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Dr Christopher Till is a Reader in Sociology at Leeds Beckett University, based in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and affiliated with the Centre for Applied Social Research. He teaches core and specialist modules on social theory, technologies, and health, and is actively involved in supervising PhD students in related areas.
Education:
- BA Sociology – Nottingham Trent University
- MA Social Research – University of Leeds
- PhD Sociology – University of Leeds
Research Interests: Dr Till’s research is unified by a theoretical interest in how technologies frame social life and intersect with political economy. His work spans the datafication of health and exercise through self-tracking technologies (e.g., Fitbit, Spotify), the financialization of wellness, corporate wellness programs, and the sociotechnical dimensions of misinformation and disinformation. He is currently leading a British Academy/Leverhulme-funded project exploring the use of image, audio, and video in vegan activism on Instagram and TikTok.
Research Trends: His recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with the political economy of digital platforms, the commodification of health and exercise, and the role of social media in shaping public discourse. There is a clear trajectory toward understanding how digital infrastructures mediate behavior, identity, and power.
Grants & Projects:
- British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grant – Vegan activism and social media
- CrossFit community research with Sociology group
- Health inequalities study with School of Sport and University of Leeds School of Medicine
Collaborations: Dr Till collaborates extensively within and beyond Leeds Beckett University, including interdisciplinary work with colleagues in sport science and medicine. He emphasizes collaborative pedagogy and research, fostering co-learning environments with students and peers.
