Hamza Bahadır ESER

Hamza Bahadır ESER is a Professor at Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of Political Science and Public Administration. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to political science, particularly in the areas of refugee studies, social psychology, and political behavior. He maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in international journals and conference presentations.

His educational background includes:

• Licence in Public Administration from Hacettepe University (2001)
• Master's degree in Public Administration from Süleyman Demirel University (2005)
• Doctorate in Public Administration from Süleyman Demirel University (2010)

Professor ESER's research primarily focuses on political psychology, social psychology, and political sociology, with particular emphasis on refugee integration, social dominance theory, xenophobia, and political ideology. His work frequently examines the psychological mechanisms behind attitudes toward refugees, especially Syrian refugees in Turkey, and how these relate to broader political and social contexts. He has developed expertise in analyzing the intersection of social psychology and political behavior, with numerous studies on how social identity, threat perception, and emotional responses shape political attitudes.

His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a consistent research trajectory focused on refugee integration, political attitudes, and cross-cultural comparisons. A notable pattern is his extensive work on Syrian refugees in Turkey, examining social distance, xenophobia, and multiculturalism through the lens of social dominance theory. His research has expanded to include comparative studies across multiple countries (Turkey, Germany, and the U.S.), particularly regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the Israel-Hamas war. The publications reveal a sophisticated methodological approach combining quantitative analysis with theoretical frameworks from political psychology.

Professor ESER has achieved an H-index of 11 with 460 citations according to Google Scholar, reflecting the impact of his research in the field. His most cited work focuses on multiculturalism, social distance, and xenophobia toward Syrian refugees.

His academic service includes editing several books on Syrian refugees and related topics, demonstrating leadership in his research community. While specific grant information isn't provided in the available data, his extensive publication record suggests successful research funding. Professor ESER frequently collaborates with international researchers, indicating strong connections within the global academic community.