Matthias Quent

Professor Matthias Quent is a sociologist at Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences, specializing in right-wing extremism, democratic transformation, and the societal implications of the Metaverse. He co-edits the Journal for Right-Wing Extremism Research and contributes extensively to academic and public discourse on political polarization, climate crisis, and digital democracy.

• Research Focus: Right-wing radicalization, democratic resilience, climate policy, and Metaverse ethics
• Public Engagement: Regular commentary in Guardian, Focus, and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
• Recent Work: Interdisciplinary analyses of Metaverse impacts on democracy and critical assessments of AfD's political strategies

His publications span empirical studies on right-wing terrorism, educational frameworks for combating extremism, and sociological analyses of digital and ecological crises. Collaborative projects examine youth perspectives, spatial dynamics of right-wing movements, and the intersection of technology with democratic principles.