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Prof. Dr. Markus Klein is a Professor at the Institute of Political Science, Faculty of Philosophy, Leibniz University Hannover. His research focuses on election research, value research, party membership research, empirical social research methods, and social science statistics.
- Current affiliations: Institute of Political Science (Executive Management, Board), Joint Examination Board for Political Science Programs
Research Interests: Dr. Klein examines voter behavior, political personalization, party systems, and the impact of social factors like physical attractiveness and value orientations on electoral outcomes. He explores how candidate characteristics influence voting decisions and analyzes trends in right-wing populism (e.g., AfD, Sarah Wagenknecht Alliance) and gender dynamics in political participation.
Recent Publications: His work includes longitudinal studies on AfD voters, analyses of recall elections, and empirical investigations into party quotas affecting women's political ambition. He also investigates the role of chancellor candidates in federal elections and the social selectivity of party membership.
Methodological Expertise: Dr. Klein employs conjoint analysis, vignette analysis, and multilevel modeling in his research. He has contributed to methodological handbooks and political communication encyclopedias.
