David Schmid

David Schmid is an Associate Professor at the University at Buffalo, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of English. His research focuses on cultural studies, popular culture, and 20th-century and contemporary British and American fiction.

His scholarly work explores intersections of crime fiction, globalization, and violence in media, as evidenced by his publications such as Natural Born Celebrities: Serial Killers in American Culture and Zombie Talk: Culture, History, Politics. He has contributed to critical analyses of pedagogy, spatial dynamics in crime fiction, and the representation of terror in post-9/11 cinema.

While specific scientific awards are not listed, his publications highlight expertise in contemporary literary and cultural critique. Contact him at schmid@buffalo.edu or 401 Clemens Hall, (716) 645-0679.