Hugo Cadenas

Hugo Cadenas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology and Department of Social Work at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Chile. He serves as Director and Editor-in-Chief of the scientific journal MAD and Associate Editor of Kybernetes. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the Cybernetics Society of the UK.

Hugo Cadenas specializes in Social Systems Theory, with research interests spanning Sociology, Anthropology, Sociology of Law, and Economic Sociology. His work critically engages with Niklas Luhmann's theoretical framework, examining its applications to legal systems, social organization, and contemporary societal challenges. He has made significant contributions to understanding functional differentiation in Latin American contexts and the relationship between society and nature.

His recent publications reveal a strong focus on theoretical developments in social systems theory, particularly exploring the body-agency relationship, the society-nature distinction, and applications to contemporary issues like the pandemic. His work shows consistent engagement with Luhmann's framework while incorporating insights from other theoretical perspectives including actor-network theory and critical theory.

• Fellow of the Cybernetics Society of UK

As Director and Editor-in-Chief of MAD journal and Associate Editor of Kybernetes, Cadenas plays a significant role in academic publishing within his field. His editorial work supports the dissemination of research in social systems theory and related areas. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the available materials, his extensive publication record suggests successful research funding.

Cadenas is deeply involved in the international scholarly community focused on social systems theory, particularly through his editorial roles and participation in academic networks centered around Niklas Luhmann's work. His collaborations extend across Latin America and Europe, reflecting the global nature of systems theory research.