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Johan Eriksson is a Professor of Political Science and Vice Dean of the Faculty at Södertörn University, Sweden. His work focuses on international relations with a specialization in technology politics, space policy, and cybersecurity. He leads the 'Russia in Space' research project (funded by Östersjöstiftelsen), investigating space exploration narratives, private-public actors in space, and connections between politics and popular culture. His teaching and research emphasize the digital transformation of global governance, cyber infrastructure vulnerabilities, and geopolitical competition in space.
- Education: Not explicitly detailed in the text but implied through academic roles.
- Key Projects:
- 'Russia in Space' (2023 conclusion)
- J.E.D.I. project on EU defence industry collaboration
- Advising: Supervises PhD candidate Roman Privalov
Research interests span the politics of outer space, cyber governance, and the interplay between technological advancements and state power. Recent work explores the EU's technological challenges, Swedish pandemic governance, and the militarization of space. His publications bridge constructivist theory with contemporary issues like digital diplomacy and space security.
Publications trends highlight a focus on space policy, cybersecurity, and the evolving role of technology in international relations. Key themes include geopolitical competition in space, the EU's digital future, and the theoretical foundations of technology-driven global power shifts.
- Grants: Östersjöstiftelsen funding for 'Russia in Space'
- Labs/Teams: Research group focused on space policy and cyber-security intersections
