Jonathan Lehne

Jonathan Lehne is an Assistant Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE), affiliated with both the Mistra Center for Sustainable Markets and the Stockholm Institute of Transition Economics. His research focuses on political systems, electoral processes, and sustainable economic frameworks, with notable work on democratic backsliding, autocratic governance, and the intersection of media and conflict dynamics.

Recent research trends emphasize geopolitical conflicts (e.g., Ukraine-Russia war analysis), comparative political systems, and the evolution of democratic norms. His studies utilize mixed-methods approaches, including manifesto analyses and social media data.

No scientific awards are listed in the provided materials. His work is supported by institutional research grants through SSE's affiliated centers. He is actively involved in policy-oriented research teams focused on sustainable markets and transitional economies.