Josu Mezo Arancibia

Josu Mezo Arancibia is a faculty member at the University of Castilla-La Mancha, affiliated with the Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, Sociology and Aesthetics. His academic career spans political science, media criticism, and environmental policy.

• Academic Rank: Professor (Profesor Contratado Doctor)
• Key Research Areas: Political Geography, Language Policy, Environmental Governance, Media Studies, and Electoral Systems.

His research focuses on regional governance in Spain, language policy in sociopolitical contexts (e.g., Basque Country and Ireland), and water policy dynamics with implications for democracy. A recurring theme in his work is the critical analysis of media representation of science, politics, and economic data.

Analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary studies combining political science, environmental policy, and media literacy. His publications frequently address spatial electoral patterns, public participation in governance, and the methodological challenges of surveys and sampling.