معرفی
Tuna Kuyucu is an Associate Professor at Bogazici University specializing in urban sociology, sociology of law, and economic sociology. His research focuses on nationalism, urban regeneration, institutional conflicts, and neoliberal penality. He has led multiple research projects including studies on Turkish nationalism, urban transformation failures in Istanbul, and housing economies in medium-sized Turkish cities.
Research Projects:
- Turkish Nationalism's Diverse Manifestations (2022-present)
- Institutional/Social Reasons for Urban Transformation Failures (2015-2018)
- Housing Economy Changes in Industrializing Cities (2011-2014)
Research Interests: Urban regeneration policies, legal frameworks affecting urban development, nationalism's sociological dimensions, and the interplay between economic structures and social inequality. His work often employs comparative analysis and case studies to explore how institutional conflicts and social movements shape urban outcomes.
Key Article Themes: His publications consistently address urban regeneration challenges in Turkey, the role of legal ambiguity in property disputes, and the political implications of neoliberal policies. He critically examines how centralized governance structures limit local initiatives and fuel social resistance.
Awards & Grants: Supported by multiple BAP (Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey) grants including BAP-19365, BAP-10500, and BAP-6331. No specific awards explicitly mentioned.
Labs/Teams: Active in urban studies research groups at Bogazici University, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects involving law, economics, and political science.
