Matthijs Bogaards

Prof. Dr. Matthijs Bogaards is an Associate Research Fellow at the GIGA Institute for African Affairs since August 2015. He holds a prominent academic career with prior roles including Full Professor of Political Science at Jacobs University Bremen (2010–2014), Associate Professor (2007–2010), and Assistant Professor (2004–2007). He has also served as Visiting Professor at the University of Cape Town (2015) and Central European University (2015, 2000). His research focuses on Comparative Regional Democratization, Institutional Design in Divided Societies, and Ethnic Party Systems in Africa. His work is affiliated with the GIGA's 'Accountability and Participation' research program.

Education and Academic History:

• 2015–Present: Associate Research Fellow, GIGA Institute for African Affairs
• 2010–2014: Full Professor, Jacobs University Bremen
• 2007–2010: Associate Professor, Jacobs University Bremen
• 2004–2007: Assistant Professor, Jacobs University Bremen
• 2001–2003: Permanent Lecturer, University of Southampton

Research Interests:
Matthijs Bogaards explores democratization processes in Africa, institutional design in ethnically divided societies, and the role of political parties. His work emphasizes accountability mechanisms and the impact of ethnic party bans on democratic stability. Recent publications address factionalism in political parties and the dynamics of multiparty elections in Africa.

Publications Trends: His scholarly output spans comparative political analysis, with a focus on African political systems. Key themes include ethnic party systems, electoral reforms, and institutional frameworks for conflict mitigation.

Advising & Grants: No specific advising or grant information is detailed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams: Active within the GIGA's African Affairs Institute and its 'Accountability and Participation' program.