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Dr. William Knox is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the School of History, University of St Andrews. His academic career includes roles in research and teaching, focusing on Scottish social, economic, and labor history. He holds an MA and PhD from the University of Edinburgh.
His research explores interpersonal violence in Scotland (1700-1850), its implications for gender and class dynamics, and the impact of industrialization. He also examines US investment in Scotland (1945-1970), particularly Dundee, and contributes expertise in labor movements, trade unions, and women's history.
Recent publications highlight homicide trends, industrialization's societal effects, and labor relations in Scottish industries. He has supervised doctoral research, including work on interwar male sexual violence.
Key areas of focus include the Scottish Labour Party, cotton industry history, and the intersection of class and criminality. His interdisciplinary approach bridges economic, social, and cultural dimensions of Scottish history.
