Anna Preiser

Mag. Anna Preiser, BSc is a University Assistant (‘prae doc’) at the Institute of Political Science, University of Vienna, specializing in resource and environmental policy with a regional focus on Latin America. Currently on leave, she holds a BSc in International Business Administration from WU Vienna and a degree in International Development Studies from the University of Vienna. Her research examines socio-ecological conflicts, political ecology, and political economy through a critical lens.

Research Interests:

• Climate Crisis Governance
• Green Extractivism
• Imperial Mode of Living
• Latin American Territorial Conflicts
• Policy Effectiveness in Resource Management

Recent Publications Trends: Recent works analyze the interplay between extractivism, environmental policy failures, and grassroots resistance in Latin America. Her 2023 publications emphasize critical political education frameworks addressing climate justice, while 2022 studies focus on mining-sector conflicts and green-washed resource exploitation.

Professional Background:

• 2014: Graduated with dual degrees in International Development (University of Vienna) and International Business (WU)
• 2020-2021: CALAS Fellow (Mexico/Peru)
• Since 2010: Multiple research stays in Peru (Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Universidad del Pacífico)

Teaching: Active in political science education through courses listed on u:find platform.