Thomas M. Klotz

Thomas M. Klotz is a research associate and doctoral candidate at the Chair of Policy Analysis, Munich School of Public Policy, Technical University of Munich (TUM). His work focuses on comparative politics, direct democracy, and species conservation policy.

• PhD in Political Science (TUM, under Prof. Dr. Miranda Schreurs)
• M.A. in Political Science, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
• B.A. in Political Science, Ca' Foscari University of Venice

Klotz's research spans political systems, right-wing populist parties in Europe, and methods of policy analysis. He has investigated participatory democratic processes, including the 'Save the Bees' referendums in Germany, and contributes to debates on cultural and environmental governance.

His publications include co-edited volumes on bioethics and analyses of right-wing populism. He teaches courses on the political system of Germany, social policy, and European policy, drawing on experience from teaching roles at Bundeswehr University Neubiberg, Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University, and Munich School of Politics. Klotz is also involved in projects like 'Sustainable AI for Colombia' and 'Mission Orientation and Innovation Clusters.'