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Professor Andrew Silke holds a Chair in Criminology at Royal Holloway, University of London. His expertise spans terrorism, conflict, and counterterrorism strategies. He has collaborated with numerous international organizations, including the UN, NATO, and the FBI. Silke's research focuses on radicalisation, de-radicalisation, counterterrorism policies, and the intersection of climate change with terrorism. He is the author of influential works like The Routledge Handbook of Terrorism and Counterterrorism (2018) and A Research Agenda for Terrorism Studies (2023). Currently, he is a Visiting Professor at Cranfield University and serves on editorial boards for journals such as Journal of Criminal Psychology and Perspectives on Terrorism. His teaching includes modules on the psychology of terrorism and counterterrorism strategies. Silke advises governments and agencies globally on security and extremism issues, emphasizing evidence-based approaches. His recent work explores conflicts where terrorists succeeded and how governments could have responded differently, as detailed in his upcoming monograph The Triumph of Terror.
Research interests include prison radicalisation, terrorist risk assessment, and the effectiveness of counterterrorism measures. Silke’s external roles include Senior Research Fellow at RAND Europe and participation in expert groups like the European Commission’s Radicalisation Awareness Network. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace, justice, and strong institutions.
Key collaborations involve universities, think tanks, and government bodies worldwide. He frequently presents at international conferences and workshops on topics such as climate change and terrorism, prison management of extremists, and disengagement programs. Silke’s publications reflect a blend of empirical research, policy analysis, and historical case studies, offering actionable insights for academics and practitioners alike.
