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Monica Simeoni is a Researcher in General Sociology (SPS/07) at the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM) at the University of Sannio in Italy. Her academic profile demonstrates a strong commitment to sociological research with particular emphasis on contemporary social issues in European contexts.
Dr. Simeoni's research interests span several interconnected fields including migration studies, populism, European integration, citizenship, multiculturalism, and religious sociology. Her work often explores the intersection of these domains, particularly examining how religious perspectives and social movements interact with political developments in Europe. She has conducted extensive research on immigration policies and citizenship rights in Italy, analyzing sociological contributions to understanding migration processes from 1985-1995 and beyond.
The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory of scholarly work focused on European sociopolitical dynamics. Her research demonstrates particular expertise in analyzing populist movements within European contexts, examining both their theoretical foundations and practical manifestations. Additionally, she has developed significant expertise in religious sociology, with recent publications exploring Catholic social teaching (particularly Pope Francis's encyclical "Fratelli tutti") and Protestant communities in Rome. Her interdisciplinary approach connects political sociology with religious studies and migration research.
Dr. Simeoni has collaborated with prominent scholars including Alberto Martinelli, Nadia Urbinati, Vittorio Cotesta, and Alain Touraine on European studies projects. She has also worked with researchers such as Ilvo Diamanti, Salvatore Abbruzzese, and Massimo Cacciari on immigration-related research. Her publication record shows consistent scholarly productivity across multiple decades, with recent work focusing on contemporary challenges to European democracy and social cohesion.
