جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Lyubov Zhyznomirskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Forced Displacement
• Regional Migration Governance
• Irregular Migration
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lyubov Zhyznomirska is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Saint Mary's University, specializing in European studies, migration governance, and democratization processes. She holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Alberta (2012), with a focus on EU migration cooperation with Eastern neighbors. Her current research examines the reception of war-displaced Ukrainians in Canada, the UK, and Germany. She has held a Jean Monnet Post-Doctoral Fellowship and is active in research networks such as the European Community Studies Association-Canada and the Migration Research Network. Teaching focuses on comparative politics, European Union politics, and migration studies. Recent SSHRC-funded projects include studies on Ukrainian refugee integration in Nova Scotia and the impact of temporary status on newcomer youth. Awards include the Jean Monnet Post-Doctoral Fellowship (2011-2012). Research interests include forced displacement, post-war societies, and EU-Ukraine-Russia dynamics. She co-edited The Routledge Handbook of the Politics of Migration in Europe (2019) and publishes in journals such as Comparative European Politics . Professional roles include Treasurer of ECSA-Canada (2021-2024) and President of the Atlantic Provinces Political Science Association (2022-2023).

Benedetta Voltoliniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• EU Foreign Policy
• Arab-Israeli Conflict
• Middle East and North Africa Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Benedetta Voltolini is a Senior Lecturer in European Foreign Policy at King’s College London’s Department of European & International Studies, part of the School of Politics & Economics. She holds a PhD in International Relations from LSE and has held roles including Marie Skłodowska-Curie Research Fellow at Sciences Po Paris and lecturer at Maastricht University. Her research focuses on EU foreign policy dynamics, particularly in the Middle East, with specialties in framing processes, occupation policies, and democracy promotion. Key research interests include EU engagement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Mediterranean policy post-Arab Uprisings, and non-state actor influence in policy-making. She has authored/co-authored books such as *Crisis and Politicisation* (2021) and *The EU in the Mediterranean after the Arab Uprisings* (2018), and contributes to journals like *Journal of European Integration* and *Geopolitics*. Her work highlights tensions between EU discourse and practice in conflict zones, emphasizing framing mechanisms and selective engagement strategies. She co-leads the European Foreign Policy Research Group at King’s, fostering interdisciplinary discussions on EU foreign policy evolution. Current projects explore EU responses to geopolitical crises and post-Trump era transatlantic dynamics.

Elena Korostelevaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global Sustainable Development
• Resilience and Adaptive Governance
• European Politics and Integration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Elena Korosteleva is a Professor of Politics and Global Sustainable Development, and Director of the Institute for Global Sustainable Development (IGSD) at the University of Warwick. She holds dual doctoral degrees from the University of Bath (2001) and Belarusian State University (1997). Her academic roles include Jean Monnet Chair of European Politics (awarded twice by the European Commission), and Visiting Professorships at Oxford Belarus Observatory, LSE IDEAS, and the College of Europe. She previously held senior positions at the University of Kent (Founder of Global Europe Centre) and Aberystwyth University (Director of Centre for European Studies). Her research focuses on resilience, governance, and EU external policies in Central Eurasia. Key projects include Horizon Europe’s SHAPEDEM-EU (2022-25), GCRF COMPASS (2017-22, shortlisted for THE Best International Collaboration), and the Belarus Oxford Observatory (2021-23). Her work bridges complex systems theory with policy analysis, emphasizing local ownership and adaptive strategies. Elena has authored over a dozen books, including *Belarus in the 21st Century: Between Dictatorship and Democracy* (2023) and *Resilient Communities of Central Eurasia* (2023). Her peer-reviewed articles address EU-Russia relations, Eastern Partnership dynamics, and post-Soviet resilience. Awards include recognition for policy impact and academic excellence from the European Commission and Times Higher Education. Her advisory roles span UK and EU institutions, including the British Academy, FCDO, and European Parliament. She advises national governments in Eurasia and collaborates with NGOs like TEPSA and SIDA. A media commentator for BBC, France24, and Sky News, she bridges academic research with public discourse on geopolitical crises and democratic challenges.

Solveig Richterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• External Democracy Promotion
• Post-Conflict Peacebuilding
• EU External Relations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Solveig Richter holds the Heisenberg Professorship for International Relations and Transnational Politics at the University of Leipzig (since 2020) and previously served as Junior Professor for International Conflict Management at the Willy Brandt School of Public Policy (University of Erfurt, 2013–2020). She specializes in external democracy promotion in post-conflict societies, EU external policies, and peacebuilding, with regional expertise in Eastern Europe, the Western Balkans, and Colombia. Her research also addresses European security architecture and the effectiveness of international organizations like the OSCE. Educated in political science, history, and communication studies (Dresden/Strasbourg), she conducted doctoral research at TU Dresden and Hamburg’s IFSH, analyzing OSCE democratization policies in the Western Balkans. Prior roles include senior research positions at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP), focusing on EU enlargement and Southeast European politics. She co-edits the Zeitschrift für Friedens- und Konfliktforschung (ZeFKo) and coordinates the German-Colombian Peace Institute CAPAZ. Recent teaching includes modules on transnational politics, EU democracy promotion, and non-state armed groups’ legitimacy. Her research projects explore Colombia’s peace process dynamics and informal power networks in peace missions.

Sarah Blodgett Bermeoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Relations
• Development Studies
• Foreign Aid
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Blodgett Bermeo is an Associate Professor in the Sanford School of Public Policy and Associate Professor of Political Science at Duke University, serving as Director of Graduate Studies for the Master of International Development Policy program and affiliate of the Duke Center for International Development. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Political Science, Princeton University (2008) M.A. in Political Science, Princeton University (2006) M.P.A., Princeton University (2001) B.A., University of Rochester (1997) Bermeo specializes in political economy at the intersection of international relations and development studies, with core expertise in industrialized-developing country relations. Her research examines strategic allocation of foreign aid, trade agreements, and climate finance through the lens of self-interested yet development-oriented donor behavior. Recent work intensively explores climate migration dynamics, health aid transitions, and the geopolitical implications of economic shifts in major donor countries like China. She investigates how negative spillovers from underdevelopment drive industrialized states to target assistance while protecting their own interests. Publication trends reveal consistent focus on aid allocation mechanisms since 2009, evolving from foundational work on democratization and trade adjudication toward contemporary climate migration and health system vulnerabilities. Her scholarship demonstrates increasing integration of environmental and health crises into development policy frameworks, with notable emphasis on data-driven analysis of donor behavior during global disruptions. Her scholarly recognition includes: Robert O. Keohane Award from International Organization (2016) for "Aid Is Not Oil" Bermeo directs externally funded research initiatives including a 2023-2024 USAID-focused study on China's economic slowdown implications and a 2020 SDG2 Leaders Alliance viability assessment. She mentors students through Bass Connections research teams and teaches graduate courses in globalization, policy analysis, and international political economy across Public Policy, Political Science, and International Comparative Studies departments. As MIDP Director of Graduate Studies, she leads curriculum development while collaborating with the Duke Center for International Development on practitioner-oriented research. Her Bass Connections teams specifically address technology-society intersections within migration and development contexts, producing policy-relevant outputs for international organizations.

Lee Edwardsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Strategic Communications
• Public Engagement
• Promotional Culture
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lee Edwards is a Professor of Strategic Communications and Public Engagement at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), within the Department of Media and Communications. Her academic career spans roles including Associate Professor at LSE (2017-2021) and the University of Leeds (2011-2017). She holds a PhD from Leeds Metropolitan University (2007), an MSc from the University of Auckland (1995), and a BSc from the University of Surrey (1991). Her research focuses on critical public relations, promotional culture, deliberation processes, and copyright policy. She has authored influential books including *Understanding Public Relations: Theory, Culture, and Society* (2018) and *Power, Diversity, and Public Relations* (2014). Professor Edwards has received awards such as the ICA Environmental Communication Division Top Faculty Paper Award (2020) and the LSE Excellence in Education Award (2018-19). She has contributed to over 100 scholarly articles, book chapters, and research reports, including studies on media literacy, misinformation, and policy design. Her professional service includes roles as Secretary of the ICA PR Division (2014-2016), editorship of *PR Inquiry* (2014-2018), and external examiner for multiple universities. She has led grants totaling over £500k, including AHRC-funded projects on deliberation and copyright. Edwards is a vocal advocate for diversity in PR and media industries, founding the Ignite Networking Group (2010-2013). She has advised organizations like the PRCA and participated in leadership programs such as the Aurora Leadership Initiative (2018-2019).

Kirsty Oggمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Curating
• Emerging Art Practice
• Arts Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kirsty Ogg is a Lecturer in Curating within the Art Department at Goldsmiths, University of London. She serves as Interim Director of Mimosa House, a space dedicated to promoting diversity and access in the arts. Previously, she was Director of New Contemporaries (2013-2023), where she expanded support for emerging artists, and held curatorial positions at Whitechapel Gallery (2009-2013) and The Showroom (1998-2008). Kirsty's research focuses on the intersection of emerging art practice, arts education, and access. Her work is informed by her background in grassroots, DIY artist-led organizations, with particular interest in understanding and overcoming socio-economic and cultural barriers that prevent artistic emergence. She is currently exploring parallels between artist-led cultures and pre-18th century egalitarian pirate communities, investigating how radical democratic principles from the Golden Age of Piracy might inform contemporary curatorial and institutional practices. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on emerging artists, digital curation platforms, and the evolving landscape of contemporary art institutions. Ogg has produced numerous exhibition catalogs for the Bloomberg New Contemporaries series and has organized conferences addressing critical issues in curatorial practice, artist development, and the relationship between art schools, museums, and the academy. Kirsty serves as External Examiner for the MLitt Curatorial Practice Contemporary Art program at Glasgow School of Art (2022-2025) and previously for the Curating Contemporary Art MA at Royal College of Art (2018-2020). Her professional activities demonstrate significant engagement with artist development, institutional critique, and creating pathways for emerging talent in the contemporary art world.

Micha Fiedlschusterمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Democracy
• Globalization
• Transnational Social Movements
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Micha Fiedlschuster is Assistant Professor of Politics at York University, specializing in democracy, globalization, and transnational social movements. His research examines EU democracy assistance and democratic practices in alter-globalization movements. Education includes PhD in Global Studies from Leipzig University. Held postdoctoral positions at York University and Leibniz Science Campus. Current role is DAAD Visiting Assistant Professor co-funded by German Academic Exchange Service. Research employs political sociology frameworks to analyze: EU democracy promotion in European Neighborhood Policy; World Social Forum's organizational democracy; and COVID-19 solidarity initiatives. Fieldwork includes participation in World Social Forums in Tunis. Publications critically examine concepts of democracy in global governance, with recent focus on pandemic-era mutual aid networks. Book 'Globalization, EU Democracy Assistance and the World Social Forum' compares institutional and movement-based democratic practices. Teaches comparative politics and international relations. Coordinates Graduate Diploma in German and European Studies. Research emphasizes transnational political agency and democratization of globalization.

• International Relations
• African Politics
• Conflicts in Africa
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sadaharu Kataoka is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of International Research and Education, School of International Liberal Studies. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Professor Kataoka specializes in African politics, international relations, and security studies, with particular expertise in Franco-African relations and the political dynamics of the Sahel region. Professor Kataoka's educational background reflects his deep engagement with international affairs and African studies: Doctorat en Sciences Politiques from Universite de Paris I (Pantheon-Sorbonne), completed between 1993-2000 Diplome des Etudes Approfondies en Sciences Politiques from Universite de Paris II Maitrise de Sciences Politiques from Universite de Paris II Diplome from L'Institut des hautes études de défense nationale (2005), focusing on Conflicts in Africa and Security Studies Undergraduate studies at Waseda University's Faculty of Political Economics Professor Kataoka's research focuses on critical areas of international relations with a particular emphasis on African politics. His work examines the complex interplay between security, development, and governance across the African continent. He has made significant contributions to understanding the evolving nature of European-African relations, particularly France's shifting policy toward its former colonies. His research also delves into the dynamics of regional security organizations, election processes in African democracies, and the impact of external powers including Russia's growing influence in Africa. His scholarship bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications, often drawing on extensive fieldwork across multiple African countries. Professor Kataoka has developed particular expertise in the political economy of conflict, examining how resource distribution, historical legacies, and international interventions shape contemporary African politics. An analysis of Professor Kataoka's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the evolving geopolitical landscape of Africa. His work increasingly addresses the multipolar competition for influence on the continent, with particular attention to how traditional powers like France are adapting to challenges from Russia, China, and other emerging actors. The thematic progression in his scholarship shows a deepening engagement with security challenges in the Sahel region, electoral politics across the continent, and the complex interplay between governance and development. Professor Kataoka has held numerous leadership positions in professional organizations, including serving on the administrative council of the Société franco-japonaise de sciences politiques since 2015 and as Director of the African Development Association since 2014. His professional memberships span multiple associations including the African Studies Association and the Japan Association of International Relations. His research has been supported by various grants including Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research, particularly for his work on governance in Sub-Saharan Africa. He has also conducted numerous commissioned studies for the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on topics ranging from NEPAD (New Partnership for Africa's Development) to African legislative support. Professor Kataoka maintains active engagement with policy communities through regular media appearances and participation in international forums. He frequently provides expert commentary on African affairs for major media outlets including NHK International Broadcasting and Radio France International.

• International Conflict Resolution
• Ethno-National Conflict
• Peace Processes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor John Doyle serves as Vice President for Research at Dublin City University, leading cross-border collaboration initiatives on the island of Ireland. Previously, he held roles as Director of DCU's Institute for International Conflict Resolution and Reconstruction and Professor of International Conflict Resolution in the School of Law and Government. His research focuses on ethno-national conflicts, peace processes in Northern Ireland and South Asia, and Irish foreign policy. He chairs the ARINS project steering committee and contributes to the Centre for Cross Border Studies. Doyle's work examines Brexit's impact on Ireland's constitutional future and promotes North-South cooperation through policy frameworks and citizen engagement. His academic biography includes extensive contributions to conflict resolution theory, including analyses of power-sharing mechanisms, post-conflict governance, and the role of external actors in peacebuilding. He serves as Editor of Irish Studies in International Affairs , emphasizing scholarly contributions to global peace studies and international relations. Doyle's research has explored the spatial dynamics of de-segregation, gendered policy frameworks in cross-border contexts, and the economic implications of Irish unity debates. He regularly publishes on topics ranging from EU security cooperation to the temporal/spatial analysis of conflict resolution strategies.

Alicia Blanco-Bayoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Early Childhood Education
• Relational Pedagogy
• Emotional Competence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alicia Blanco-Bayo is a Senior Lecturer in Early Years Education and External Examiner at Middlesex University. Her research focuses on relational pedagogy, emotional development, and assessment methodologies in early childhood, emphasizing the role of emotional connections in learning. She holds a PhD from Lancaster University (2022) titled 'CARIÑO IS THE PEDAGOGY': Assessing 4-year-olds whilst making sense of their behaviors. Education: PhD in Education and Social Justice from Lancaster University, 2022 Her work explores how assessment practices can nurture emotional competence and well-being in young children, particularly through the 'CARINO' pedagogical approach. Key interests include social-emotional development, mental health (SEMH), and caring assessment methods in early childhood education. She integrates global perspectives from her fieldwork in Nepal, India, and Jordan. Recent research trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches linking child rights, democracy, and nature-based learning. Projects like 'Las raices de 'una chica de pueblo'' emphasize community-rooted education initiatives. Grants/Projects: Alicia Blanco-Bayo: Las raices de 'una chica de pueblo' (Ongoing since 2023) Thinkids-Guidelines for implementation of key competences (2023–2024) Special Needs/SEMH Assessment Framework project (2023–2025) She contributes to research networks such as the International Centre for Early Years Education and the Children's Rights and Wellbeing Research Network, promoting equity and social justice in early childhood settings.

Florian Traunerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• EU Migration Policy
• Asylum Systems
• Internal Security Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Florian Trauner is a Professor of Political Science and Dean of the Brussels School of Governance at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). He specializes in EU migration, asylum, and internal security policies, with a focus on governance dynamics and external policy impacts. He co-founded the VUB's Brussels Interdisciplinary Research centre on Migration and Minorities (BIRMM), uniting over 100 researchers across 11 disciplines. His work bridges academic research and policy, including ERC-funded projects on coercive EU mobility rules and EU-West African migration cooperation. Education: PhD (2008, Vienna and Copenhagen) and Habilitation (2015, Political Science). He has held visiting positions at institutions like the College of Europe (Warsaw) and University of Renmin (China). His research appears in journals like West European Politics and Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies , addressing topics such as EU deterrence messaging, bureaucratic migration politics, and the impact of crises on asylum systems. Key projects include analyzing EU migration cooperation with West Africa and the role of supranational institutions in Justice and Home Affairs. He has advised the European Commission, Parliament, and IOM, contributing to policy debates on return policies, border management, and the rule of law. Recent media engagements address Frontex oversight, Greek pushbacks, and EU migration hubs. Teaching includes EU immigration policy at the College of Europe. Supervised student theses include analyses of EU-Turkey cooperation, economic sanctions, and China’s diplomatic strategies. His awards include the EU Consent PhD Award (2007) and recognition for special issue curation (2011).

Solveig Richterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Democracy Promotion
• Post-Conflict Peacebuilding
• International Organizations
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Solveig Richter is a University Professor at the Humanities Centre , University of Leipzig , holding the Heisenberg Professorship for International Relations and Transnational Politics . Previously, she was Junior Professor for International Conflict Management at the Willy Brandt School of Public Policy, University of Erfurt, and worked at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP) on EU foreign policy and Southeast Europe. Education: Political Science, History, Communication Science (Dresden & Strasbourg) PhD in International Relations at TU Dresden and IFSH Hamburg Research Focus: External democracy promotion in post-conflict societies, peacebuilding mechanisms, EU crisis management tools, and informal power networks. Her regional expertise spans Eastern Europe , Western Balkans , and Colombia . Publications Trends: Recent work examines social solidarity economies in peacebuilding, EU missions in Kosovo, environmental conflicts in Colombia, and Ukrainian post-war reconstruction. She explores intersections of governance, gender, and local ownership in hybrid peace processes. Scientific Contributions: Editor-in-Chief of the ZeFKo (2021-2023) Co-Editor of the Rowman and Littlefield Handbook on Peace and Conflict Studies Advising & Collaborations: Supervises 10+ doctoral candidates at Leipzig and Erfurt. Collaborates with researchers across Europe, India, and Colombia on peace missions, democratic transitions, and conflict analysis. Labs & Teams: Leads the Department of International Relations and Transnational Politics team, integrating global PhD researchers, visiting scholars, and external guests in projects spanning EU security, post-conflict Colombia, and Ukrainian crisis management.

Milja Kurkiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Political Theory
• Conceptual Analysis
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Milja Kurki is Professor and EH Carr Chair in the Department of International Politics at Aberystwyth University . She is Co-director of the Planetary Challenges and Politics Centre and has held major research grants from the European Research Council, British Academy, and Horizon Europe. Her work bridges theoretical international relations, political philosophy, and planetary challenges. Education: PhD, University of Wales, Aberystwyth MScEcon, University of Wales, Aberystwyth BA, University of Hull Her research interests center on the theoretical and conceptual foundations of international politics, with a focus on causality, democracy promotion, relationality, and cosmological imagination. Since 2015, she has advanced a relational ontology in IR, culminating in her 2020 book International Relations in a Relational Universe . Her current agenda explores planetary and multispecies politics, with implications for climate change and democratic governance. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace, justice, and planetary stewardship. Her recent publications reflect a deep engagement with pluralism in the Anthropocene, planetary justice, AI and imagination, and the epistemic foundations of IR. The articles show a clear trend toward interdisciplinary, posthumanist, and cosmologically informed approaches to global politics, moving beyond traditional state-centric and Western paradigms. Scientific Awards and Recognition: No specific awards listed in the text, but her sustained funding from top-tier bodies (ERC, British Academy, Horizon Europe) indicates high scholarly recognition. Advising and Grants: She has supervised doctoral students and leads externally funded research projects. Notable grants include an ERC project on democracy promotion (2008–2012), a British Academy grant on relationality and pluriversal IR (2020–2022), and a Horizon Europe project on transregionalism (2024–2026). She has also collaborated with the University of Warwick on resilience studies. Labs and Research Centers: She is Co-director of the Planetary Challenges and Politics Centre at Aberystwyth University, a hub for interdisciplinary research on global political challenges. Her work fosters collaboration across epistemic traditions and engages with policy communities internationally.

Julia Baderمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International relations
• Comparative regime studies
• Foreign relations of authoritarian regimes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Julia Bader is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science within the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and affiliated with the Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research (AISSR). She serves as co-director of the Political Economy and Transnational Governance research group and is actively engaged with the External Democracy Promotion (EDP) Network and the International Diffusion and Cooperation of Authoritarian Regimes (IDCAR) network. Dr. Bader holds a Master of Arts in Politics and Management from the University of Konstanz and a PhD in Political Science from the University of Heidelberg. Prior to joining UvA in 2012, she worked as a research fellow at the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) in Bonn. Her research focuses on the intersection of international relations and comparative regime studies, specifically examining China's foreign relations with authoritarian regimes. She investigates how China targets specific actors in autocracies versus democracies, how the non-interference policy translates into support for autocratic leaders, and China's influence on authoritarianism diffusion globally. Dr. Bader is currently researching the international network of the Chinese Communist Party and soft power dynamics in authoritarian contexts. Her seminal work "China's Foreign Relations and the Survival of Autocracies" (2015) analyzes China's bilateral relations with Burma, Cambodia, and Mongolia, revealing that while China shows preference for economic cooperation with autocracies, only specific forms of engagement increase autocratic survival prospects. Her research demonstrates how China exploits secretive decision-making in autocracies to secure resources and strategic advantages. Member of External Democracy Promotion (EDP) Network Member of International Diffusion and Cooperation of Authoritarian Regimes (IDCAR) Former external partner of "Undermining Hegemony" project (US, China, Russia, and International Public Goods) Associate Fellow at German Development Institute (DIE) Dr. Bader's scholarship bridges political science, international relations, and Asian studies, providing critical insights into authoritarian resilience and great power politics in the contemporary international system.