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Shigeki Uno is a Professor at the Institute of Social Science, University of Tokyo, specializing in Political Philosophy and History of Political Thought. His career spans over three decades with key appointments including Visiting Professor at Free University of Berlin (2018) and École des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales (2000–2002).
- Ph.D. in Law from University of Tokyo
- Editorial roles in academic journals and symposiums
- Director of multiple academic societies including Japan Political Science Association
Research focuses on democracy and religion, labor and local governance, and comparative political philosophy across America, France, and Japan. His work examines the history of French political thought and contemporary challenges to democratic systems, particularly in post-crisis contexts like Fukushima and the pandemic.
Key publications include monographs on Tocqueville, democracy in Japan, and edited volumes on governance. Recent articles analyze secularization, post-crisis societal transformation, and authoritarian legitimacy. Awards include the Ishibashi Tanzan Award (2021) and Suntory Prize (2007).
- Principal investigator for 19 competitive research grants from JSPS (2004–present)
- Current project: The Changing Face of Liberalism (2024–2027)
