Christian Maggiori

Christian Maggiori is a full-time Professor at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO), affiliated with the School of Social Work and Applied Research and Development Department. His work focuses on old age and aging, ageism, retirement transitions, and professional resources. He applies quantitative methods to study life course perspectives and vulnerability mitigation in Switzerland's population.

He co-edits the LIVES Working Paper series and serves as a reviewer for journals like International Journal for Educational and Vocational Guidance. His projects include 'Professional transitions and pathways' (with Prof. J. Rossier) and 'Health in the workplace' for the Canton of Fribourg's Health Leagues.

Recent publications highlight social network analysis in lifespan psychology, well-being determinants in young adults, and multicultural dynamics in migration contexts. Collaborations span institutions including the University of Geneva and University of Lausanne, with a focus on Swiss National Centre of Competence in Research 'LIVES'.