Marco Brunazzo

Marco Brunazzo serves as Full Professor of Political Science and Director of the Department of Sociology and Social Research at the University of Trento, where he has held academic positions since 2005. He is a member of the University Council and maintains active roles in European Union studies through Jean Monnet programs and international collaborations.

Education:

• PhD in European and Comparative Politics (Doctor Europaeus), University of Siena, 2004
• M.S.T. in European and Comparative Politics, University of Siena, 2001
• MA in Politics in Europe, University of Siena, 2000
• Laurea (MA Equivalent) in Sociology, University of Trento, 1998

Born from extensive fieldwork across Southeast Asia and Europe, Brunazzo's research examines European integration through the lens of differentiated governance models. His work uniquely bridges simulation-based pedagogy with empirical analysis of EU crisis response mechanisms, particularly focusing on how populist movements reshape institutional dynamics. Recent publications demonstrate growing emphasis on Indo-Pacific/EU strategic partnerships and pandemic-era policy coordination, revealing persistent tensions between national sovereignty and supranational governance frameworks.

Grants & Leadership:

• Principal Investigator for multiple EU-funded Jean Monnet projects (2008-2021)
• Co-Investigator for H2020 EU IDEA project on differentiated integration
• Director of Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence (2011-2017)
• Recipient of DAAD, Erasmus, and International Credit Mobility fellowships

Brunazzo leads the University of Trento's participation in the EU-ASEAN academic network, directing simulation modules on EU decision-making processes. His teaching portfolio spans participatory democracy, EU political systems, and local governance, reflecting his dual commitment to theoretical rigor and practical civic engagement.