Leslie Paul Thiele

Leslie Paul Thiele is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Florida, where he also serves as Director of the Sustainability Studies program and the Center for Adaptive Innovation, Resilience, Ethics and Science (UF CAIRES). His interdisciplinary research bridges moral and political theory with sustainability and technology governance.

• Current Role: Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Florida
• Leadership: Director, Sustainability Studies program; Director, UF CAIRES

Thiele's research focuses span sustainability ethics, climate engineering governance, and the intersection of political theory with emerging technologies. His recent work examines the Anthropocene's moral challenges and the implications of geoengineering for human rights.

His publications reflect a strong focus on environmental ethics and technology governance, with recent articles addressing solar radiation management, post-sovereign power dynamics, and ecological human rights. The majority of his peer-reviewed articles (7/8) were published between 2019-2020.

• Awards: Distinguished Professor, University of Florida