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Dr. Simone Schroff is an Associate Professor in Law at the University of Plymouth's School of Society and Culture. Her work focuses on copyright law, policy analysis, and the intersection of law with creative industries and digital culture. She holds a PhD from the University of East Anglia, where her thesis compared copyright policy evolution across Germany, the UK, the US, and international frameworks.
Education:
- BA in History and Politics, Keele University
- MA in European Governance (Distinction), University of Exeter
- PhD in Law, University of East Anglia
Research Interests:
She examines authors' roles in creative industries, competition-copyright overlaps, and copyright education for professionals. Her current projects include:
- Structural position of authors in creative sectors
- Digitisation of cultural heritage and legal access
- Copyright enforcement thresholds in Japan
- Business models in content industries
Article Trends:
Her recent work explores Japanese copyright law's impact on accessibility for visually impaired individuals, the dynamics of fan culture vs. piracy, and challenges in licensing archival materials. She critically analyzes enforcement practices and licensing frameworks across jurisdictions.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Publication by a Postgraduate Research Student Award (UEA Law School, 2013)
Teaching & Collaboration:
Dr. Schroff has taught modules like Intellectual Property Law, European Integration, and Research Methods. She has held fellowships at institutions including the RCUK CREATe Centre and Waseda University, focusing on collective management organizations and copyright in digital contexts.
