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Professor Mary Holmes is a leading academic in the Department of Sociology at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in the Sociology of Emotions, Gender Studies, and Political Sociology. She holds the academic rank of Professor and is a founding editor of the journal Emotions and Society. Her research explores emotional reflexivity in contexts such as climate crisis, displacement, and globalized societies, with a focus on gender, social movements, and transnational relationships. Holmes has conducted groundbreaking work on maternal futures in climate change, Syrian refugees in Beirut, and the emotional dynamics of internet dating. She earned her PhD from the University of Auckland, followed by an MA from the University of York and a BA from the University of Auckland.
Her research interests include feminist theory, queer relationships, and the sociological analysis of friendship and intimacy. Notable works include Internet Dating: Intimacy and Social Change (2021) and Young Refugees and Forced Displacement (2020), co-authored with Liliana Riga and others. Holmes actively supervises PhD students in areas such as emotional reflexivity, political dissatisfaction, and mobility studies.
- Education:
- PhD in Sociology, University of Auckland, New Zealand
- MA in Sociology, University of York, England
- BA in Sociology, University of Auckland, New Zealand
Her recent publications analyze the emotional dimensions of crises, including climate anxiety, pandemic responses, and displacement legacies. Holmes collaborates internationally, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding emotions in global contexts. She has no listed scientific awards but is recognized for her impactful contributions to sociological theory and practice.
