Juliette Galonnier is an Assistant Professor at CERI, Sciences Po, specializing in the sociology of religion, race, and Muslim minorities. She teaches courses on Religion, Politics, Society; Islam in Europe and North America; and qualitative methods at both Bachelor's and Master's levels. Co-editor of Religions et classes sociales (2023) and Politiques de lutte contre la radicalisation (2022) Recipient of ASA's Best Dissertation Award (2018) for research on Muslim converts in France and the U.S. Co-leader of the Writing Seminar for CERI PhD students Her research explores racial/religious category intersections through ethnographic fieldwork and interviews across India, France, and the U.S. Current projects include studies on French Caribbean migration and Islamic socializations. Scientific Awards: Best Dissertation Award (ASA, 2018) She contributes to journals such as Genèses, Archives de sciences sociales des religions, and Tracés, while maintaining active involvement in research networks like 'Race, religion, secularism' and ANR's 'Islamic socializations' project.
Dr. Tony Craig is an Associate Professor at Staffordshire University, specializing in Intelligence History, British and Irish History, and Security Studies. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has published extensively on Northern Ireland’s Troubles, counterinsurgency, and decolonisation. Craig founded the student journal 'Set in Clay' and the department’s online research seminar, fostering academic engagement. His research spans covert diplomacy, propaganda, and political violence, with global presentations from Oslo to Tokyo. Academic qualifications include a PhD (Cambridge), MPhil (Cambridge), PgCHPE (Staffordshire), and BA (Trinity College Dublin). Professional memberships include the Royal Historical Society and the Higher Education Academy. He teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, covering topics like US History, Modern Irish History, and intelligence studies. Recent research includes grants such as the BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grant (2022) and the Stanton Foundation Prize (Harvard University). His work explores themes like internment policies, peace process dynamics, and cyber threats to Ireland. Craig’s publications span journals like Intelligence and National Security , Small Wars and Insurgencies , and Jane’s Intelligence Review . Awards include the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 for Facilities and Social Inclusion. He organizes student field trips to locations like Dublin, Belfast, and London, emphasizing experiential learning. Craig’s interdisciplinary approach bridges historical analysis with contemporary security challenges, offering critical insights into conflict resolution and intelligence strategies.
Paul Dresser is a faculty member at Northumbria University specializing in counter-terrorism, radicalisation studies, and criminology. His research focuses on intelligence gathering, deception analysis, and policing strategies related to counter-terrorism and radicalisation prevention. Dr. Dresser holds a PhD in Criminology (awarded July 2015), an MRes in Research Methods (November 2011), and a BSc (Hons) in Criminology (July 2010). His academic foundation provides a strong basis for his current research in security studies and intelligence analysis. His research interests span counter-terrorism strategies, radicalisation processes, deception detection in intelligence gathering, and the psychological aspects of counter-terrorism policing. Dresser examines how law enforcement agencies handle human intelligence sources, analyze deception in informant accounts, and implement counter-radicalisation programs like the UK's PREVENT strategy. His work critically assesses the impact of counter-terrorism measures on minority communities and explores the balance between security and human rights. Dresser's publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory from theoretical analysis of counter-terrorism legislation toward more applied research on police practices and intelligence gathering. His recent work increasingly focuses on deception analysis in human intelligence sources and the operational challenges faced by police officers implementing counter-radicalisation policies. The interdisciplinary nature of his work bridges criminology, psychology, and security studies, with particular emphasis on evidence-based approaches to counter-terrorism. Dr. Dresser currently supervises Sarah Driver, who is researching "Preventing and Addressing the Radicalisation of Men and Boys into Inceldom from the Perspectives of Former Incels and Counter-Terrorism Practitioners" (starting October 2024). This supervision reflects his ongoing commitment to mentoring the next generation of security studies researchers.
Maya Argüello Gómez is a Lecturer in Law and Criminology at Swinburne Law School, Swinburne University of Technology, with a focus on AI in justice systems, terrorism, and human rights. She operates within the School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship and holds an interdisciplinary background in humanities and law. Current PhD candidate at Swinburne Law School Research member: AVERT (Addressing Violent Extremism and Radicalization) and International Law Association Teaching areas: Criminal Law, Sentencing, International Law, Digital Criminology Her research intersects AI governance with counter-terrorism, emphasizing ethical implications and algorithmic justice. She has contributed to policy discussions through a 2024 Senate submission on wrongful detention of Australians overseas. Key publications include analyses of digital extremism (2020-2025), AI sentencing ethics (2023), and medieval legal-literary contexts (2016-2020). Recent grant: Hardball on Hate (2025-2028) with the adidas Foundation. Scientific awards: Julia Peluso Memorial Prize (2020), Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (UK) Training: Atrocity Crimes Documentation (2022), Peace Negotiation Summer School (2024)
Linda Schlegel is a Research Fellow at the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (PRIF) in the Research Department Transnational Politics and at modus Centre for Applied Research on Deradicalization. She serves as co-project leader of the RadiGaMe project since 2023 and is a founding member of the Extremism and Gaming Research Network (EGRN). Schlegel also holds membership in the Expert Pool of the Radicalisation Awareness Networks (RAN) since 2022 and is part of the European Expert Network on Terrorism Issues (EENeT) since 2025. Her educational background includes a PhD from Goethe University Frankfurt/M. (completed 2020-2023), an M.A. in Extremism Studies from King's College London (2016-2017), and a B.A. in Liberal Arts from University College Maastricht (2012-2015). Schlegel's research centers on the intersection of gaming and extremism, with particular focus on how digital gaming platforms facilitate radicalization processes and how narrative campaigns can counter extremist messaging. Her work explores the gamification of extremist content, user behavior in gaming environments, and the development of positive interventions within gaming communities. She has pioneered research on how fictional storytelling can enhance the effectiveness of counter-extremism narrative campaigns, arguing that fantasy elements increase persuasive impact in digital P/CVE efforts. Analyzing her publication trajectory reveals a clear evolution from theoretical explorations of online radicalization processes toward practical interventions in gaming spaces. Her early work examined foundational concepts like 'user types' in digital radicalization processes and the role of perceived self-efficacy in radicalization. More recently, her research has shifted toward actionable strategies, including toolkits for practitioners, positive gaming interventions, and policy recommendations for gaming platforms. A consistent thread throughout her work is the emphasis on narrative approaches to counter extremist messaging in digital spaces. Schlegel leads significant research initiatives including the RadiGaMe project on radicalization processes on gaming platforms and messenger services. She has provided policy advice to the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, the European Commission's Knowledge Hub on Prevention of Radicalization, and the Radicalisation Awareness Network. Her work bridges academic research with practical counter-extremism efforts, particularly through her involvement with GIFCT working groups focused on gaming communities. She is actively engaged with multiple research networks including ACONA, ANCIP, CBWNet, and the Leibniz Cooperations. Schlegel co-founded the Extremism and Gaming Research Network to specifically address the nexus between gaming culture and extremist activities, recognizing gaming platforms as emerging spaces for both radicalization and prevention efforts.
Peter Neumann is Professor of Security Studies at King's College London's Department of War Studies and founding director of the International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation (ICSR). His research examines terrorism, radicalization, and counterterrorism strategies, with expertise in jihadist movements, prison deradicalization, and online extremism. He has authored influential books including 'Bluster: Donald Trump's War on Terror' (2020) and 'Radicalized: New Jihadists and the Threat to the West' (2016). Neumann served as OSCE's Special Representative on Countering Violent Extremism (2017) and has advised UN Security Council counterterrorism initiatives. Recent work analyzes ISIS defector narratives, extremist offender management in European prisons, and the crime-terror nexus. His policy reports have shaped counterterrorism approaches globally, and he regularly testifies before parliamentary committees internationally.
Dr. Alastair Reed is an Associate Professor at Swansea University's Cyber Threat Intelligence Center (CyTIC), with affiliations at TU Delft and King's College London. His expertise spans counter-terrorism, insurgency strategies, and strategic communication. Previously Director of the International Center for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) in The Hague, he advises governments globally on terrorism-related policies. His research focuses on foreign fighters, propaganda, and radicalization, leading the CTSC_Project collaboration. Education: PhD from Utrecht University (Ethno-Separatist Conflicts in India/Philippines), eight years as UK policy advisor/campaign manager. Research Interests: Terrorist propaganda dynamics, extremist content regulation, strategic counter-terrorism communication. Current projects include analyzing social media algorithms' role in radicalization and post-incident communication frameworks. Publications span counter-terrorism strategies, foreign fighter pathways, and historical narrative analysis in extremism. Collaborates internationally through Europol's ECTC advisory board and NATO. Supervises PhD topics like 'Terrorism in the Age of AI' and 'Paramilitarism in Northern Ireland.' Active in policy-oriented research addressing global security challenges.
Dr Farhaan Wali is a Senior Lecturer in Religion at Bangor University's School of History, Law and Social Sciences. He holds a doctorate from Royal Holloway, University of London, focusing on radical Islam. His research spans radicalisation/de-radicalisation, Islamism, and Muslim communities in Britain and South Asia. He has authored multiple monographs, including Hizb ut-Tahrir in Britain (2024) and Leaving Islamism (2022), and contributed over 450 commissioned legal reports on asylum, human rights, and terrorism cases since 2017. His work integrates sociological fieldwork with theoretical analysis, addressing issues like Islamist group dynamics, community segregation, and healthcare disparities. Teaching includes modules on the Sociology of Religion and Debating Islam, emphasizing critical analysis of religion's role in modern society. His research interests also encompass interfaith relationships, political movements, and healthcare access in South Asia. Collaborations with legal firms and NGOs inform his applied work in asylum processes and policy. Education: PhD in Radical Islam (Royal Holloway, University of London) Publications highlight his expertise in Islamist groups, counterterrorism, and socio-political factors affecting Muslim communities. His commissioned reports address topics such as healthcare access in India, political parties in South Asia, and minority rights.
Miraji Hassan Mohamed is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Dublin City University's School of Law and Government, working on the Tech Against Terrorism Europe Project since August 2023. His research focuses at the intersection of conflict analysis, peace studies, and youth studies, critically examining conceptualizations of 'radicalisation' and 'extremism' and their impact on the Youth, Peace and Security agenda and security interventions. His educational background includes a PhD in Politics and International Relations from Dublin City University (2017) and a Master's in Development Studies from the International Institute of Social Studies, Erasmus Universiteit (2014), specializing in human rights, gender, and conflict studies. Dr. Mohamed's research critically engages with gendered dimensions of online extremism and countering violent extremism (CVE), emerging radicalisation discourses, and alternative PVE approaches. His work spans extremism and new media, gender dynamics in extremism, critical/content analysis methodologies, and gendered media representations, emphasizing critical interrogation of security frameworks affecting youth. His recent publications analyze Kenyan counter-terrorism contexts through political agency and youth perspectives, revealing tensions between securitization narratives and political expression. These works demonstrate consistent thematic focus on African security dynamics, gender-power intersections, and youth agency within counter-terrorism frameworks across both publications. He actively contributes to academic discourse as a reviewer for Ethnic and Racial Studies, International Journal of Adolescence and Youth, and Perspectives on Terrorism, while maintaining leadership roles in the VOX-Pol Network of Excellence and affiliation with Swansea University's Cyber Threats Research Centre (CYTREC). Dr. Mohamed has taught undergraduate modules on gender and politics at DCU and leverages multilingual proficiency in English, Swahili, Dutch, and Arabic to support research across diverse cultural contexts, particularly in East Africa.
Dr. Suraj Lakhani is an Associate Professor in Sociology and Criminology at the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, University of Sussex. He is an internationally recognized researcher in the fields of violent extremism, online radicalization, and counter-terrorism policy. He holds multiple external affiliations, including Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), Research Fellow at VOX-Pol, and Core Member of the Extremism and Gaming Research Network (EGRN). He also contributes to the Christchurch Call, GIFCT, and the UK Home Office’s ACE Research Network. His research interests focus on the gamification of extremism , violent extremism and the internet , radicalisation processes , and counter-terrorism policy , particularly the UK’s Prevent Duty in educational settings. He has published extensively in leading journals and with major publishers like Oxford University Press and Routledge. His recent book, The Sociology of Violent Extremism , offers a comprehensive theoretical framework for understanding extremism through sociological lenses. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward analyzing digital and gaming environments as spaces for extremist recruitment and identity formation. He increasingly explores the metaverse , gamification mechanics , and online far-right ecosystems , combining empirical analysis with theoretical innovation. His work bridges criminology, sociology, and digital studies. Associate Fellow, Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) Research Fellow, VOX-Pol Core Member, Extremism and Gaming Research Network (EGRN) Ambassador for Women in Games Member, Christchurch Call New Technologies Working Group Member, GIFCT Gaming Community of Practice Member, European Working Group on Radicalization, European Society of Criminology Member, UK Home Office ACE Research Network Member, Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN), European Commission Dr. Lakhani has served as Principal Investigator on multiple competitive grants from the Home Office , British Academy , Leverhulme Trust , ESRC , Research England , and the European Commission . His projects examine online terrorist content takedowns, the impact of Prevent Duty in schools, far-right digital ecosystems, and the role of gaming in radicalization. He actively supervises PhD students including Sam Bernard, Mark Peden, and Maddy Clark, and teaches courses such as Terrorism and the Internet (MA) , Critical Perspectives on Terrorism , and Thinking Like a Criminologist . He leads interdisciplinary collaborations and knowledge exchange initiatives, including a grant from Swansea University on extremist subcultures. Dr. Lakhani is a core member of the VOX-Pol leadership team and contributes to the Extremism and Gaming Research Network (EGRN) , where he helps shape research agendas on digital extremism. His work is highly collaborative, involving international consortia and policy-facing outputs.
Karin Creutz is a Doctoral Researcher at the Swedish School of Social Science, University of Helsinki, and a key participant in the Helsinki Inequality Initiative (INEQ) and the Doctoral Programme in Social Sciences. Her research focuses on social exclusion, polarisation, and security in Nordic welfare states, with specific interest in media representations of Islam, nationalist movements, and radicalisation processes. Projects: SEPOS (NordForsk), KOKOM (Svenska kulturfonden), Språkhat (hat speech against linguistic minorities) Collaborations: Migration and Diaspora Studies Research Group (MIDI), European research networks Her work combines critical discourse analysis, epistemology, and complexity theory to examine how media constructs narratives around migration, multiculturalism, and ethnic relations. She actively engages with public debates through media appearances and serves on boards like the Foundation for Pluralism and Turvallinen Helsinki network. Scientific Awards: Westermarck Thesis Award (2010) Contact: karin.creutz@helsinki.fi
Nadia Ismaïli serves as a Visiting Fellow at the Department of Private Law, Faculty of Law, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, following her tenure as Assistant Professor there from January 2018 to January 2025. She concurrently holds an Assistant Professor position in Family Law at Utrecht University and serves on the board of Verblijfblog.nl. Her research spans migration law, family migration, human rights law, Dutch family law, custody and access, and the critical intersection of extremism with child protection systems. She investigates judicial approaches to radicalization cases, ideological influences in legal frameworks, and international human rights implications in family migration contexts, with significant contributions to understanding how Dutch courts balance security concerns against child welfare in radicalization scenarios. Recent publications reveal a distinct trend toward interdisciplinary analysis connecting migration policy evolution, family law reforms, and counter-radicalization strategies within child protection systems. Her 2024-2025 works demonstrate increasing focus on practical implementation challenges in Dutch legal frameworks, particularly regarding family reunification policies and judicial decision-making in complex extremism cases involving minors. Key recognitions include: Gezina van der Molenfonds Grant (2024) Toezicht kwaliteit en gebruik van ideologische duidingen Grant (2022) Toezicht kwaliteit en gebruik van ideologische duidingen Prize (2022) Dr. Ismaïli leads significant research projects including 'Gezinsmigratie 3.0' (2024) on family migration policy modernization and 'Toezicht en kwaliteit ideologische duidingen' (2022-2023) examining ideological assessment protocols in youth protection. Her teaching portfolio at VU Amsterdam encompasses foundational and advanced family law courses, while her peer review activities for journals like Netherlands Quarterly of Human Rights demonstrate active scholarly engagement.
Sir Julian King is a Visiting Professor at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII) and a member of its Advisory Board. He previously served as the European Commissioner for the Security Union, focusing on counter-terrorism, cyber threats, and political disinformation. With over 30 years of diplomatic experience, he held roles such as UK Ambassador to France and Ireland, and Director General at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. He holds a BA in Philosophy and Theology from the University of Oxford. His research interests center on internet security policy, digital governance, and the intersection of technology with democratic processes. At the OII, he collaborates with scholars to address cybersecurity challenges and misinformation. Key projects include the Programme on Democracy and Technology, examining algorithmic impacts on public life. King has participated in high-profile discussions on European elections, far-right dynamics, and 5G cybersecurity risks. His work bridges policy and academia, emphasizing practical solutions for emerging technological threats.
Dr. Natalie-Anne Hall is a Lecturer in Social Sciences at Cardiff University's School of Social Sciences since March 2024. Her research focuses on the transnational dynamics of online political engagement and misinformation, particularly in English and Japanese contexts. She holds expertise in interpretive qualitative methods, addressing contentious politics and right-wing populism online. Previously, she conducted postdoctoral research on the Everyday Misinformation Project at Loughborough University and worked at HM Inspectorate of Prisons. Her research interests include digital social and political life, transnational right-wing movements, and online racism in Japan. She is a member of CIRAF (Cardiff Interdisciplinary Research on Anti-Racism and the Far Right). Notable works include her monograph Brexit, Facebook, and Transnational Right-Wing Populism (2023), shortlisted for the Philip Abrams Memorial Award, and contributions to Migration, Aging, and Japan's Sustainable Society (2025). Dr. Hall teaches modules on qualitative research methods, criminology, digital political communication, and contemporary inequalities. She has been interviewed by BBC Radio Wales and the Guardian for her public-facing research. Awards include shortlisting for the Philip Abrams Prize and a public engagement award from the University of Manchester. Professional memberships: British Sociological Association, Association of Internet Researchers, Media, Communication and Cultural Studies Association Previous roles: Research Associate at Loughborough University, Dialogue About Radicalisation and Equality (DARE), and consultant for global media research projects Languages: Japanese (fluent), Mandarin and Spanish (intermediate)
Dr Sue Roberts serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Politics and International Relations within the School of Area Studies, Sociology, History, Politics, and Literature at the University of Portsmouth. Affiliated with the Centre for European and International Studies Research, she teaches Politics, Strategic Management, Youth Violence and Knife Crime while supervising PhD students and leading Masters in Public Administration programs. Her role includes managing student placements and serving as Course Liaison tutor for the MRes in Politics and IR. Her research centers on knife crime and community safety with specific expertise in youth violence, multi-agency partnerships, and UK public sector policy. Key interests include trust dynamics in collaborative working, policy transfer mechanisms, and practical interventions for knife crime reduction. This focus stems from her 15-year public sector career in UK government management prior to academia. Analysis of her 2016-2022 publications reveals consistent thematic development from local partnership studies toward specialized knife crime research, culminating in her 2020 book Solutions to Knife Crime: A Path Through the Red Sea? . Her work increasingly addresses policy transfer applications and EU transparency issues while maintaining emphasis on community-level interventions and data-driven analysis of urban violence trends. Dr Roberts actively supervises PhD candidates and leverages her experience managing an EU-funded partnership project in Romania and Bulgaria (with University of Macerata) to inform current research on international policy transfer. Her practical background in public sector partnerships directly shapes her approach to criminal justice delivery and community safety initiatives. She contributes to the Centre for European and International Studies Research through ongoing projects examining knife crime policy transfer and multi-agency collaboration frameworks. Her work bridges academic research and practical application through continued engagement with UK public sector partnerships and international comparative studies.
