Jan Weyand

PD Dr. Jan Weyand is affiliated with the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy and the Institute of Sociology. His research focuses on the Sociology of Knowledge, Cultural Sociology, Antisemitism Research, and Sociological Theory. He has contributed to interdisciplinary projects such as the Alfred Schütz Complete Works and the DFG-funded project on 'Conditions of Knowledge Production in the Knowledge Society.'

Research Interests: Weyand’s work explores the intersection of modernity, cultural myths, and sociological theory, with a particular emphasis on historical analyses of antisemitism. He investigates how social structures and ideologies shape collective action and cultural memory, particularly in transnational and European contexts.

Publications Trends: His recent work (2010–2018) emphasizes critical analyses of progress narratives, antisemitism, and cultural dynamics in labor relations. He frequently collaborates on interdisciplinary studies linking phenomenology with pragmatism, and explores the role of media and communication in societal integration.

Grants & Projects: He led the DFG-funded 'Bedingungen der Wissensproduktion in der Wissensgesellschaft' project and contributed to research on European worker cooperation and migration integration via media studies. His research often involves institutional partnerships, such as with the Hans Böckler Foundation.

Labs/Teams: He collaborates with the Home Institute team and Secretariat team at the Institute of Sociology, contributing to initiatives like the Erlangen 2030 urban research project.