معرفی
Dr. Ugo Gaudino is a Lecturer in Criminal Justice at Kingston University's Department of Criminology, Politics and Sociology within the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences. His teaching focuses on Sociology and Criminology with an emphasis on transnational issues. Prior to joining Kingston, he taught Comparative Politics, International Relations Theory, and Research Design at the University of Kent, University College London, and the London School of Economics.
Education
- PhD in International Relations, University of Kent (2019-2023)
- MA in Economy and Institutions of Islamic Countries, LUISS University, Rome (2017-2019)
- MA in International Relations, La Sapienza University, Rome (2015-2017)
- Bachelor's Degree in Politics and International Relations, La Sapienza University, Rome (2012-2017)
- Diploma of the Superior School of Advanced Studies, La Sapienza University, Rome (2012-2017)
Research Focus
Dr. Gaudino's primary research examines the translation of Islamophobic discourses across right-wing and left-wing political parties in the UK, France, and Italy, emphasizing securitization mechanisms and ideological adaptations. His broader interests include Critical Terrorism Studies, transnational criminology, comparative party politics, and the intersection of security and ideology in contemporary societies.
Publication Themes
His publications consistently explore securitization dynamics, particularly concerning Islamophobia, terrorism studies, and political responses to crises. Recent works analyze methodological innovations in Critical Terrorism Studies, comparative party securitization strategies, and ideological framings of COVID-19. Geographically, his research centers on Western Europe with recurring foci on France, Italy, and the UK.
