جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Joel Busherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Far Right Studies
• Anti-Minority Activism
• Political Violence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joel Busher is a Professor of Political Sociology at Coventry University's Research Centre for Peace and Social Relations. His research focuses on far-right activism, political violence, counter-terrorism, and the societal impacts of security policies. He holds a PhD in Development Studies from the University of East Anglia and an MA in Philosophy and Italian from the University of Edinburgh. Busher has led numerous funded projects, including studies on anti-minority activism funded by CREST and evaluations of Prevent duty implementation in schools. He is an award-winning scholar, having received the Philip Abrams Memorial Prize (2016) and the Skirving Prize for Philosophy (2003). His work bridges academia and policy, engaging with international practitioner networks. Busher serves on the advisory board for DRIVE: Far Right and Islamist Extremism in North-Western Europe, and as an external examiner at the University of St Andrews. His research emphasizes understanding the micro-social processes underlying mobilization and social control, with a focus on how everyday lives intersect with collective action. Education: PhD in Development Studies, University of East Anglia MA in Philosophy and Italian, University of Edinburgh Research Interests: Far-right and anti-minority activism Political violence escalation and inhibition Counter-terrorism policy evaluation Social movements and mobilization Policy enactment dynamics Awards: Philip Abrams Memorial Prize (2016) Skirving Prize for Philosophy (2003) Advisory Roles: Advisory Board Member, DRIVE Project External Examiner, University of St Andrews Member, UNESCO Prevention of Radicalisation Expert Bank Labs/Teams: Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations (CTPSR)

• Criminal Justice Policy
• Policing Strategies
• Gender-Based Violence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Melissa Bull is a Professor affiliated with Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specializing in criminal justice policy, policing strategies, and gender-based violence. Her work spans interdisciplinary research in drug policy, immigration detention, and human rights within criminal justice systems. She leads the QUT Centre for Justice’s initiatives, including the Women’s Butterfly Project addressing housing stress among mature women. Key collaborations include Pacific Island policing reforms and analyzing disaster resilience frameworks. Her research emphasizes intersectional approaches to justice system reform, with a focus on marginalized communities. Recent outputs include studies on sentencing disparities, digital policing legitimacy, and gender violence prevention in Vanuatu. Research Interests: Criminal Justice Policy, Policing Technology, Gender Violence Prevention, Drug Diversion Programs, Human Rights in Detention, and Policy Transfer. Her work links theoretical frameworks with practical interventions, such as the Women’s Butterfly toolkit for early responders. Grants & Projects: Led the Department of Housing-funded Women’s Butterfly Project (2023), contributed to disaster resilience analyses for Senate Select Committees (2023), and authored Palgrave’s Critical Policing Studies series on Pacific Islands policing (2023). Collaborates internationally with organizations addressing LGBTQ+ rights and Muslim community integration. Labs/Teams: QUT Centre for Justice, QUT School of Justice teams, and global partnerships with Brazilian and Argentine women’s police station initiatives. Her work often involves multidisciplinary teams across law, criminology, and social policy.

• Counter-Terrorism Law and Policy
• Legal Oversight of National Security Measures
• Human Rights in Counter-Terrorism Contexts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jessie Blackbourn is an Associate Professor in Public Law and Human Rights at Durham Law School (joined 2019). Previously held positions at the Oxford Centre for Socio-Legal Studies and the Gilbert + Tobin Centre of Public Law at UNSW. Specializes in counter-terrorism law's legal and policy dimensions, with focus on oversight mechanisms, child radicalization responses, and civil liberties balances. Research adopts socio-legal interdisciplinary methods. Institutional Affiliations: Associate Professor, Durham Law School ORCID-registered researcher Research Interests: Counter-terrorism legal frameworks Judicial review of security laws Human rights impacts of anti-terror measures Far-right extremism policy responses Publications highlight comparative analyses of national security laws (UK/Australia), critiques of preventive detention practices, and evolving legal definitions of terrorism. Over 30 scholarly outputs including authored books, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed journal articles. Advisory work includes supervision of PhD student Julien Nappey. Active in policy debates on balancing security imperatives with civil liberties preservation. Current projects explore: Administrative justice in counter-radicalization programs Far-right terrorism legislative gaps Cross-jurisdictional review mechanisms

• Terrorism
• Counter-Terrorism
• Radicalisation and Extremism
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr Anthony Richards is a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at the Department of Law and Criminology, School of Law and Social Sciences, Royal Holloway, University of London. He serves as co-Director of the MSc in Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Studies and as School Director of Postgraduate Taught (PGT) Education, reflecting his leadership in academic administration and curriculum development. His research focuses on critical issues in terrorism and counter-terrorism, including radicalisation, extremism, jihadist ideology, homeland security, and the societal impacts of terrorism. He has extensively published on UK counter-terrorism policy, public and Muslim community attitudes, terrorism in Northern Ireland, and the security challenges associated with major events like the Olympics. His work also explores emerging areas such as cyberterrorism, gender dimensions of extremism, and narrative-based counter-radicalisation strategies. His recent research outputs—spanning books, chapters, and digital media—demonstrate a multidisciplinary and policy-relevant approach. Themes across his 2022 publications include the conceptual foundations of terrorism, European jihadist networks, gendered aspects of radicalisation, and innovative communication strategies to combat extremist narratives. This body of work reflects a sustained commitment to advancing both academic understanding and practical responses to terrorism. Dr Richards is the Editorial Director of ‘Combating Jihadist Terrorism and Extremism’ (cojit.org), an independent research project contributing to public discourse and policy development. He supervises postgraduate students and contributes to academic leadership through program direction and editorial roles. Although no specific awards are listed, his publications with Oxford University Press, Routledge, and Bloomsbury attest to his scholarly impact.

• peace and conflict studies
• civil wars and insurgencies
• foreign fighters
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Nicola Mathieson serves as a Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Liverpool's Department of Politics since 2023, following her role as Research Director at the Global Network on Extremism and Technology (GNET) within King's College London's International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation (ICSR). Education: PhD in International Relations, Australian National University MPhil in International Relations, University of Oxford Research Interests: Peace and conflict studies Civil wars and insurgencies Foreign fighters Terrorism and counter-terrorism studies Gender and online violent extremism Her publication trajectory (2021-2025) demonstrates evolving expertise from drone warfare ethics and foreign fighter dynamics to contemporary analyses of online radicalization pathways and counterterrorism policy impacts. Recent work increasingly integrates decolonial perspectives, culminating in her 2025 anticolonial education reform proposal for the University of Liverpool.

Julien Bellaicheمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Terrorism
• Extremism
• Radicalisation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julien Bellaiche is a Research Fellow affiliated with the Global Network on Extremism and Technology (GNET) and a PhD candidate at the Department of War Studies , School of Security Studies , King’s College London. His research explores the intersection of conspiracy theories, violent extremism, and digital platforms. BA in Political Science and Middle East Studies from Tel Aviv University MA in Terrorism, Security and Society from King’s College London (with Distinction) Research focuses on: Social and functional roles of conspiracy theories in extremist groups Far-right and Islamist radicalisation dynamics Social media monitoring and analysis Neo-Nazi and Salafi-Jihadi cross-ideological synergies Recent publications highlight trends in online antisemitism, QAnon violence, and ISIS outreach strategies. Key themes in his work include digital propaganda, demographic threat narratives, and post-caliphate continuity. He is supervised by Dr. Alexander Meleagrou-Hitchens and Dr. Shiraz Maher during his PhD research.

Amarnath Amarasingamمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Radicalization
• Terrorism Studies
• Diaspora Politics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Amarnath Amarasingam is an Assistant Professor in the School of Religion at Queen's University, Canada, with a cross-appointment in the Department of Political Studies and affiliation with the Centre for International and Defence Policy. His research focuses on radicalization, terrorism, diaspora politics, and the sociology of religion, with expertise in Sri Lankan Tamil activism, foreign fighter dynamics, and far-right extremism. He holds a dual appointment in Political Studies and is affiliated with the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (Senior Research Fellow) and the International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation (Associate Fellow). His work bridges academia and public discourse, with contributions to The New York Times , Foreign Affairs , and media outlets like CNN and BBC. Research interests include online extremism, conspiracy theories, post-conflict reconstruction, and the intersection of religion and politics. His recent studies analyze far-right movements in Canada and Sweden during the pandemic, foreign fighter motivations, and extremist narratives in gaming communities. He has conducted fieldwork in conflict zones like Syria, Iraq, and Sri Lanka, and led studies on ISIS recruitment and QAnon conspiracy networks. Publications span peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes (e.g., Sri Lanka: The Struggle for Peace ), and timely analyses of geopolitical issues. His work emphasizes methodological rigor, including interviews with former combatants and extremist groups, while addressing ethical challenges in extremism research.

• Law and Religion
• Legal History
• Children's Rights
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Rebecca Riedel is a Lecturer in Law at the School of Law and Politics, Cardiff University, a position she has held since January 2023. She previously served as a Postgraduate Tutor (2019–2022) and Tutor (2022–2023) at the same institution. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and the Centre for Law and Religion, and actively participates in postgraduate supervision. Her educational background includes an LLB (2018) and a PhD (2024) from Cardiff University. Her doctoral thesis, 'A Critical Legal Study of the Prevent Duty: The Religious Dimension,' reflects her deep engagement with law and religion. Dr Riedel’s research focuses on the intersection of law and religion, with particular attention to religious radicalisation, children's rights, legal history, and counter-terrorism. She is broadly interested in law and the humanities, contributing to socio-legal and ecclesiastical law discourse. Her teaching responsibilities include co-leading the Legal History module and instructing on LLB modules such as Land Law, Equity and Trusts, Public Law, and Family Law, as well as the LLM Canon Law module. Her recent publications and conference presentations center on religious freedom, non-belief in the UK, and the legal implications of the Prevent Duty. These works span disciplines including legal history, human rights, and religious studies, demonstrating a consistent thematic focus on religion-state dynamics in British law. Dr Riedel is an active member of the academic community, presenting at conferences such as the Socio-Legal Studies Association (SLSA) and the Law and Religion Scholars Network (LARSN). She serves as the NSS Lead and Student Voice Co-ordinator for Law at Cardiff, reflecting her commitment to student engagement and academic excellence. She is available to supervise PhD students in law and religion, religious freedom, religion and counter-terrorism, and religion and children's rights. She has no listed scientific awards to date. Dr Riedel is affiliated with key research networks including the Ecclesiastical Law Society and the Socio-Legal Studies Association, and contributes to interdisciplinary dialogue through her involvement in the Centre for Law and Religion.

Emo Pearceمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Human Rights Law
• Conflict Resolution
• Counter Radicalisation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Emo Pearce serves as a Senior Lecturer in Law at Canterbury Christ Church University's School of Law, Politics and Economics, teaching since 2019. Previously, they held the position of Assistant Chief Legal Officer at Nigeria's National Human Rights Commission, directing investigations into human rights violations and developing social change programs focused on counter radicalisation and conflict resolution. Academic qualifications include: LLB from University of Jos, Nigeria BL (Solicitor and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria) LLM from University of Jos, Nigeria MSc in International Business from University of Hertfordshire PhD in Law from Canterbury Christ Church University Research concentrates on Human Rights Law, Conflict Resolution, and Counter Radicalisation, drawing directly from field experience in Nigeria's human rights sector. Their work examines legal frameworks for social change and conflict mitigation in volatile political environments, with emphasis on practical implementation of human rights standards in developing nations. No scientific awards or student advisement details are documented in available materials.

• Counter-Terrorism
• Strategic Communications
• Extremism Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alastair Reed is a Professor at the Research Centre for Peace and Security . His research focuses on counter-terrorism strategies, strategic communication in counter-extremism, and the ethical dimensions of countering violent extremism. He has contributed to policy-relevant studies on communication campaigns, social media algorithms, and radicalization dynamics. Key research interests include: Design and evaluation of counter-messaging campaigns Ethical frameworks for online counterpropaganda Strategic communication across counterterrorism pillars Social media's role in radicalization Recent publications analyze communication strategies against terrorism (2024), ethical online counterpropaganda (2021), and the intersection of social media algorithms with extremist content (2019). His work frequently engages with policy communities such as Europol and the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI).

Elizabeth Pooleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media Studies
• Religious Studies
• Media Representation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Poole is a Professor of Media and Communications at Keele University's School of Humanities. She holds roles as Admissions Officer, Faculty Research Integrity Lead, and Humss Library Representative. Her research focuses on media representation of Islam/Muslims, digital media hate speech, and ethnic content production/reception. She has authored three books and led projects like the AHRC-funded 'Contesting Islamophobia' study. Her work engages with advocacy groups and parliamentary bodies addressing Islamophobia and religion policy. Education: Media and Cultural Studies degrees from Warwick and Leicester Universities. Current projects include examining Islamophobia on Twitter and analyzing post-Christchurch attack discourse. Teaching includes modules on digital media, news production, and research methods at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Research collaborations include work with Dr. Eva Giraud (hate speech analysis) and Dr. Siobhan Holohan (European mediascapes). Her work bridges media theory with societal impact, influencing both academic discourse and public policy initiatives.

• Civil War Studies
• Conflict Order Dynamics
• Peacebuilding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alex Waterman is a Lecturer in Peace Studies and International Development at the University of Bradford's School of Social Sciences (Faculty of Management, Law & Social Sciences) since September 2023. Previously, he served as a Research Fellow at the German Institute for Global and Area Studies (Hamburg, 2021-2023) and University of Leeds (2015-2021), where he also earned a teaching award in 2021. His research focuses on civil war dynamics, particularly order construction in conflict zones, knowledge processes in warfare, and ceasefire mechanisms. He co-edits the journal Civil Wars since 2022 and has affiliations with institutions like the Modern War Institute at West Point and Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies. His work combines field research from Northeast India with comparative global analysis, emphasizing policy-relevant insights for conflict resolution. Research Interests: Order dynamics in civil war contexts Knowledge generation in conflict zones Ceasefire negotiations and implementation Insurgency/counterinsurgency strategies South Asian security studies Publications reflect a focus on India's Northeast conflicts and global COIN practices, with recent work exploring post-pandemic insurgency challenges. Awards include the 2020 Global Policy North Outstanding Thesis Prize for doctoral research. Current projects involve a book manuscript on Northeast India's conflict landscapes under review. Professional networks include the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) and Tata Institute of Social Sciences. His interdisciplinary approach bridges academia and policy, aiming to improve global governance responses to civil war challenges through better understanding of micro-level political processes.

Hilary Pilkingtonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology
• Youth Studies
• Post-Socialist Societies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Hilary Pilkington is a leading sociologist at the University of Manchester, specializing in youth studies, radicalisation processes, and qualitative research methods. She holds a prestigious position as a Fellow of the UK Academy of Social Sciences and has coordinated major EU-funded projects like DARE and PROMISE. Her work critically examines youth engagement with extremist milieus through ethnographic approaches, challenging deterministic radicalisation theories. She actively contributes to counter-extremism policy development through initiatives like the Academic-Practitioner Countering Extremism Network (APCEN) and the Independent Commission on UK Counter-Terrorism Law. Her research spans post-socialist societies, with prior leadership roles at the University of Birmingham and Warwick. Key projects include studying Russian youth drug cultures (ESRC), punk subcultures (AHRC), and UK government Prevent programme impacts (PROMISE). She co-developed a 'mediated dialogue' toolkit with the Tim Parry Jonathan Ball Peace Foundation to address community polarization. Education: Advanced studies in Russian society and culture Affiliations: Bingham Centre for the Rule of Law, APCEN, Manchester's Digital Futures initiative Research focuses on non-linear radicalisation trajectories, emphasizing community-led solutions over security measures. She critiques current CVE approaches for neglecting youth agency and has advised local and national policymakers post-Manchester Arena attack. Major Grants: DARE (€6.5M), PROMISE (€3.8M), MYPLACE (FP7) Public Engagement: Regular media contributions on far-right dynamics and extremism

Azim Zahirمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Political Science
• International Relations
• Religion and Politics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Azim Zahir is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the School of Social Sciences, University of Western Australia (UWA) and a Research Fellow at UWA's Centre for Muslim States and Societies. He holds a PhD in Political Science and International Relations from UWA, alongside a BA in Politics and Philosophy (Flinders University) and a Master of Human Rights (University of Sydney). His research focuses on religion's role in politics, particularly religious nationalism, political violence, and democratization in South Asia. Current work examines the India-China rivalry's religious dimensions in the region. Methodologically, he employs intersectional and discursive institutional approaches. Key research areas include Islam's institutionalization in governance, reformist Islam's impact on Maldivian politics, and terrorism dynamics. Notable publications include Islam and Democracy in the Maldives (2022) and edited volumes on radicalisation. Received Khalifa Al-Falasi Prize in Muslim Studies (2021) Recipient of the Oxford-BYU Young Scholars Fellowship (2023) He has secured grants from Australian and Western Australian government bodies for projects integrating human rights into counter-terrorism policies and gender-focused community programs. Engages in editorial activities for Asian Studies Review and media commentary on South Asian political Islam.

Akil Awanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Political Violence
• Terrorism
• Radicalisation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Akil Awan is a Senior Lecturer in Modern History, Political Violence, and Terrorism at the Department of History , Royal Holloway, University of London. He co-directs the Conflict, Violence and Terrorism Research Centre (CVTRC) and founded the Political Science Association’s Specialist Group on Political Violence & Terrorism. Specialized in terrorism, radicalisation, and political violence Interdisciplinary approach combining history, political science, anthropology, and sociology Active in public engagement and policy advisory roles His research explores terrorism from historical and interdisciplinary perspectives, linking topics like 19th-century anarchists , anti-colonial movements , and modern jihadism . He investigates how popular culture, especially film and video games, represents conflict and history. Recent research trends focus on media’s role in radicalisation , AI warfare , and genocide activism among Gen Z , reflecting contemporary security challenges through historical frameworks. Awarded three Royal Holloway Excellence in Teaching Prizes (2013, 2015, 2019), Awan’s innovative teaching integrates student-driven research and creative assessment methods like the 'Unessay.' Advisory roles with UN, NATO, UK Parliament, US Departments of State and Defense Contributor to New Statesman , The Independent , and Conversation