جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Political Economy
• Social Theory
• Biosocial Theory
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Professor John Bone is a Personal Chair in the Department of Sociology at the University of Aberdeen, School of Social Science. His work bridges sociology, political economy, neuroscience, and environmental policy, with a strong focus on just transitions, social well-being, and the biosocial impacts of contemporary capitalism. PhD in Sociology, University of Aberdeen (2004) MA Hons in Sociology, University of Aberdeen (1998) John Bone’s research centers on political economy, social and biosocial theory, and energy justice. He has developed an original biosocial framework known as the 'social map' to analyze how human biological capacities interact with social structures, affecting identity, health, and cohesion. His recent book, The Great Decline (2024), critiques the psychological and societal harms of hyper-mediated, neoliberal societies and warns of unpreparedness for AI and climate change. His empirical work examines energy transitions, particularly in Aberdeen, where he leads the Aberdeen Just Transitions Lab. His recent publications span interdisciplinary themes in just transition, climate governance, and social theory. Key trends include the development of metrics for equitable energy transitions, stakeholder engagement in nuclear decommissioning, and the role of deliberative democracy in climate assemblies. His work frequently addresses regional policy, social inequality, and the psychological impacts of economic precarity. Philip Abrams Memorial Prize 2007 (Joint Winner, Best First Book in Sociology) John Bone has supervised numerous PhD students, including David Magee, Karen Lumsden, and Lorna Watson. He has been a co-applicant on major grants such as UKRI’s Just-Systems project (£5.7M) and NIHR’s Aberdeen Health Determinants Research Collaborative (£1.3M). His leadership roles include Head of Department (2013–2019), Social Science Enterprise Champion, and Coordinator of the Aberdeen Just Transitions Lab. He has also served as Chair of the British Sociological Association (2018–2021). He leads the Aberdeen Just Transitions Lab and collaborates with the Aberdeen Health Determinants Research Centre. His research teams engage with policymakers, NGOs, and community groups, including Aberdeen City Council, NHS Grampian, and the Just Transition Commission, to ensure research has real-world impact on policy and social equity.

Jonathan Murrayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Scottish Cinema
• British Cinema
• Film Criticism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jonathan Murray is a Personal Chair of Film Theory, History, and Criticism at the School of Design , University of Edinburgh . As a renowned scholar in Scottish and British cinemas, he co-edits the Journal of British Cinema and Television and contributes to Cineaste . Active in film festivals as a host and curator, he has influenced both academic and public engagement with cinema. PhD and MA in Film and Television Studies and Scottish History, University of Glasgow Research Interests : Jonathan specializes in contemporary Scottish and British cinemas, focusing on cultural identity, adaptation, and espionage themes. His work bridges academic criticism with public discourse, emphasizing animation, documentary, and historical analysis. He explores intersections of film with popular music, design, and societal narratives. Article Trends : His recent publications highlight European cinematic duality, American adaptations, and Scottish cultural heritage. Themes span from Martin Scorsese’s ethical storytelling to Agnieszka Holland’s political narratives and Scottish film’s evolution from Whisky Galore! to Trainspotting . Scientific Awards : 2016 BAFTSS Best Monograph Award 2017 BAFTSS Best Journal Article Award (Shortlisted) 2018 BAFTSS Best Journal Article Award 2019 BAFTSS Best Journal Article Award Supervision : He supervises PhD students Dan Castro and Nelson Correia. His editorial leadership and festival involvement underscore his commitment to advancing film scholarship and practice.

Sherrill Stroscheinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ethnic and Religious Identity
• Democratization
• Authoritarianism and Hybrid Regimes
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sherrill Stroschein is a Reader in Politics at the Department of Political Science, University College London (UCL) , where she has been since 2005. Her academic career includes prior roles as an Academy Scholar at Harvard University and Assistant Professor at Ohio University . She earned her PhD from Columbia University in 2000 under the supervision of the late Dr. Charles Tilly, and a BA magna cum laude from Amherst College .

• Macroeconomics
• Economic Policy
• Decision Making under Uncertainty
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr Angus Armstrong is a Professorial Research Fellow at the UCL Institute for Global Prosperity, University College London, directing the ESRC-funded Rebuilding Macroeconomics network that has produced 80+ papers and 100+ public events. His work reinterprets macroeconomics as a knowledge-creation system under fundamental uncertainty. Research focuses on decision-making under uncertainty, collective intelligence, agent-based modelling, and macroeconomic policy within ecological economics, comparative systems, and experimental frameworks. He emphasizes institutions and social interactions as foundations of prosperity in complex adaptive systems. Analysis of 2015-2019 publications reveals concentrated expertise in Brexit fiscal impacts, devolution economics, monetary policy at zero bounds, and Scottish independence. Works integrate macroeconomic modeling with political economy, addressing UK/European policy challenges through institutional and uncertainty-focused lenses. Armstrong serves as Chief Economic Advisor to Lloyds Banking Group (2017) and leads the Rebuilding Macroeconomics network. His 'New Economics of Prosperity' teaching reimagines prosperity as emergent from socio-economic interactions rather than an end state, reflecting his view of economies as open systems defined by fundamental uncertainty.

Anne-Maree Farrellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Law
• Bioethics
• Medical Jurisprudence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Anne-Maree Farrell holds the Chair of Medical Jurisprudence at the University of Edinburgh's Edinburgh Law School, a position first established over 210 years ago. She is the first woman to occupy this role. Her academic expertise spans health law, bioethics, and medical jurisprudence, with a focus on the intersection of politics, regulation, and healthcare. She serves as Director of the Mason Institute, leading interdisciplinary research on health law, ethics, and governance at global scales. Current research projects include studies on post-Brexit public health law, organ donation policy across the UK, and legal responses to technological transformations in sexual health. Professor Farrell has secured over £1.76 million in research funding from bodies like the Wellcome Trust and the British Academy. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and actively advises governmental bodies such as the UK Home Office’s Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group and the Scottish Government’s Abortion Law Review Expert Group. Education: BA, LLB, BLitt, MA, PhD. Research Interests: Public health law, devolution in healthcare systems, human tissue regulation, clinical negligence, and no-fault compensation schemes. Her work examines legal frameworks for emerging technologies, including online harms and digital sexual connections. Key Projects: 'When Borders Change: Public Health, Trade and Law' (Royal Society of Edinburgh-funded), 'Legal Transplants and Policy Transfers in Organ Donation' (British Academy/Leverhulme Trust), and 'Tech-Sex: The Technological Transformation of Sex' (Australian Research Council). Labs/Teams: Mason Institute for Health, Ethics, and Law at Edinburgh Law School.

Monica Germanaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Fiction
• Gothic Studies
• Popular Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Monica Germana is a Reader in Gothic and Contemporary Studies at the University of Westminster since 2020, with a focus on Gothic literature, contemporary fiction, Scottish culture, and fashion studies. She has previously taught at the University of Derby and Roehampton University, and was a tutor at the University of Glasgow during her PhD studies. Executive Secretary, International Gothic Association (2011–present) Member, International Association for the Study of Scottish Literatures Member, Scottish Society for Northern Studies Her research spans interdisciplinary intersections of gender, Gothic traditions, and cultural identity , including Scottish literature, Arctic narratives, and James Bond studies. She has explored hauntings in postcolonial spaces, 21st-century monsters, and the Gothic's role in environmental humanities. Recent publications analyze the James Bond franchise's gendered fashion, Gothic landscapes in Scottish and Italian cinema, and Arctic-Scottish cultural links. Her work has been recognized with the Emily Toth Award honourable mention (2020) and a shortlisting for the Allan Lloyd Smith Prize (2019). Supervision: Currently advising Valeria Ryrak (autofiction/memory) and Kevin MacNeil (Buddhism in writing) Former Students: Aisling McKeown (migrancy in Irish narrative), Kate Turner (queer Scottish fiction)

Fiona Mackayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and Political Representation
• Feminist Institutionalism
• Gender and Institutional Change
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Fiona Mackay is a Professor of Politics at the School of Social and Political Science, University of Edinburgh. Her research focuses on gender and political representation, feminist institutionalism, and gender equality legislation. She leads projects such as the AHRC-funded Gender Equalities at Work (2021–2023), examining UK anti-discrimination laws, and directs initiatives like Integrating Gender Equality into GCRF Funding . She has held leadership roles in global collaborations, including the Teaching Feminisms project (2017–2020) with India and the Political Settlements program (2015–2018). Awards include the 2019 European Conference of Politics and Gender Career Achievement Award. Her work emphasizes institutional change, feminist pedagogy, and gender mainstreaming in policy and academia. Education: PhD in Politics (University of Edinburgh, 1996), specializing in gendered discourses of political access and action. Research Themes: Gender and public policy, UK devolution, feminist institutionalism. She co-leads the Gender Politics Research Group and contributes to the Global Justice Academy. Grants & Projects: AHRC, ERC, and SFC-funded initiatives. Current projects include a longitudinal study of UK gender equality laws and a tool for gender-sensitive global research. Media & Outreach: Regular media contributions on gender in politics, including BBC, Herald, and Sunday Herald. Co-curates the annual 16 Days Blogathon on gender-based violence.

James Mitchellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Policy
• Devolution Studies
• Scottish Politics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James Mitchell is a Professor of Public Policy at the University of Edinburgh’s School of Social and Political Science . He holds a MA (Political Studies) from the University of Aberdeen and a D.Phil. (Oxford). His research focuses on British politics, devolution, public policy, territorial politics, and Scottish nationalism. He has supervised over 30 years of PhDs and Masters in public policy, devolution, and constitutional politics. Key research themes include fiscal accountability in Scotland, party membership surges post-referendum, and multi-level governance. Research Projects: ESRC-funded study on SNP and Scottish Greens’ post-referendum membership growth Investigation of fiscal devolution’s accountability gaps Analysis of Scotland’s constitutional questions and local governance Research Interests: Mitchell explores territorial politics, public service reform, and political behavior in sub-state governments. He has contributed to debates on Scottish independence, EU referendum impacts, and intergovernmental relations. Recent work includes studies on the SNP leadership contest (2023) and Holyrood’s fiscal structures. Grants & Awards: He has secured grants from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) for projects on party membership and constitutional dynamics. No specific scientific awards are listed, but his work is widely cited in political science and public policy. Labs & Teams: He is part of the Territorial Politics Research Group and has collaborated on regional economic forecasting and governance studies. His work often bridges academia and policy, influencing debates on devolution and public finance.

• Comparative Politics
• Nationalism Studies
• Animal Rights Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paul Hamilton is Associate Professor of Political Science and Graduate Program Director at Brock University. He holds a PhD from the University of Alberta, an MA from McMaster University, and a BA from Brock University. His research focuses on comparative nationalism, animal rights politics, and regional political systems. His scholarly work examines nationalism in Western democracies, secession movements, and the political dimensions of animal welfare. Geographic expertise includes European and American politics. Recent publications analyze intersections of political science with animal ethics and comparative nationalist movements. Courses taught include: Comparative Politics: Political Institutions and Approaches Government and Politics of the USA Nationalism and Ethnic Politics Graduate seminars in Comparative Politics

Anwen Eliasمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Comparative Regionalism
• Nationalism
• Secession
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anwen Elias is a Reader in Politics at the Department of International Politics, Aberystwyth University. Her research and teaching focus on European politics, comparative regionalism, nationalism, political parties and party systems, and secession. She serves as Director of Research and Co-Director of the Centre for Welsh Politics and Society. BA Hons, University of Cambridge MA, College of Europe, Bruges PhD, European University Institute, Florence Her research explores comparative regionalism, nationalism, and secession in Western Europe. She investigates nationalist/regionalist parties' attitudes toward European integration, their adaptation to constitutional changes, and current projects include analyzing the role of regionalist parties in political/economic/social justice (Horizon2020) and citizen perspectives on secession debates (ESRC). Notable research trends span territorial strategies of regionalist parties (2023), secessionist rhetoric in Catalonia (2021), economic arguments for Scottish independence (2019), and Basque-Catalan political evolution (2017). Earlier works examine EU institutional adaptation (2005) and nationalist party responses to European integration (2006). She leads externally funded projects such as Integrative Mechanisms for Addressing Spatial Justice and Territorial Inequalities in Europe (IMAJINE) and Creating Wales' Constitutional Future . Collaborations include Sophie Bennett, Alexandra Hird, Eli Jones, and Evan Wall (PhD candidates). Her work intersects with political representation, democratic innovations, and party strategies in multinational democracies, reflecting extensive engagement with European regional politics and governance.

Lesley McAraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of Punishment
• Criminology
• Youth Crime
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lesley McAra is a Professor of Penology at the University of Edinburgh’s School of Law and Director of the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH). She has held leadership roles, including Assistant Principal for Community Relations and former Dean of the School of Law. Her research focuses on youth crime, juvenile justice, gender justice, and penal policy. She co-directs the Edinburgh Study of Youth Transitions and Crime, a longitudinal research project influencing youth justice policies in Scotland. McAra has been recognized with awards like the CBE and ESRC Prize for Policy Impact. She is also a co-editor of the Oxford Handbook of Criminology and founder of initiatives like the Leadership Foundation for Women in Law. Education : - Alumna of the University of Edinburgh - Open University Research Interests : - Sociology of punishment and law - Youth crime and juvenile justice - Gender justice and community well-being - Comparative criminal justice systems Awards : - Howard League Research Medal (2013) - Chancellor’s Award for Research Impact (2016) - ESRC Prize for Outstanding Public Policy Impact (2019) - CBE (2018) - Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (2021) Advising & Grants : - Supervised doctoral candidates in criminology - Secured funding from ESRC, Nuffield Foundation, and Scottish Government for the Edinburgh Study - Advises Scottish Government on youth justice and antisocial behavior Labs/Teams : - Edinburgh Study of Youth Transitions and Crime team - Empirical Legal Research Network - Collaboration with interdisciplinary groups at Edinburgh Futures Institute

Robert Laneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• EU Law
• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robert Lane is a Senior Lecturer in EU Law at the School of Law, University of Edinburgh. His expertise spans EU constitutional and administrative law, the jurisprudence of the European Court of Justice (ECJ), internal market law, and competition law. He holds a BA, MA, and PhD in Law. **Research Interests**: Dr. Lane's work focuses on the constitutional dynamics of the European Union, particularly the administrative and judicial frameworks governing EU institutions. He examines the methods and reasoning of the ECJ, the evolution of competition law post-Lisbon Treaty, and the interplay between EU law and national legal systems. His research also addresses contemporary issues such as the legal implications of the Scottish Independence Referendum and the impact of crises like the COVID-19 pandemic on EU legal frameworks. **Education**: PhD in Law MA in Law BA in Law **Advising and Grants**: No formal advisees or grants are listed in the provided information. His academic contributions are primarily through research publications and books. **Labs/Teams**: No specific research labs or collaborative teams are mentioned in the profile.

• Territorial Politics
• European Union
• German Federalism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carolyn Rowe is Reader in Politics and co-director of the Aston Centre for Europe (ACE) at Aston University's School of Politics, History and International Relations. She is an expert in territorial politics within the European Union, German federalism, and devolution in the United Kingdom. Dr. Rowe has provided analysis on Brexit, devolved governance, and the role of German Länder in the EU to various organizations including EU institutions, the Scottish Parliament, and the UK Shadow Europe team. She currently leads research projects funded by DAAD and the James Madison Charitable Trust, focusing on multi-level governance post-pandemic and intergovernmental relations in the UK after Brexit. Her research primarily examines how subnational entities interact with the European Union and how governance structures adapt to political changes like Brexit and pandemics. Her work spans territorial politics, federalism studies, and the evolving dynamics of paradiplomacy across European regions. Member of Editorial Advisory Board for German Politics (since 2021) Former guest editor for German Politics (2008) Research referenced in news outlets, academic platforms, and Wikipedia As an educator, Dr. Rowe teaches courses on European Union institutions and policies, political communication, and European integration. Her teaching directly connects with her research expertise in European politics and governance, providing students with cutting-edge insights into contemporary political challenges.

Abhimanyu Sharmaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Language Policy
• Critical Discourse Analysis
• Sociolinguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abhimanyu Sharma is a Teaching Associate in German Linguistics at the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics, University of Cambridge. His academic work focuses on language policy, critical discourse analysis, and sociolinguistics. He serves as the Communications Secretary of BAAL's Language Policy Special Interest Group and founded the Cambridge Sociolinguistics Circle to promote sociolinguistic research at Cambridge. Dr. Sharma's educational background includes: PhD in Linguistics from the University of Cambridge (2019), with thesis on language policies of the EU and India MA in German Linguistics from the University of Bern Double degree MA from Bremen and Palermo in Medieval German Literature Dr. Sharma's research centers on language policy with particular focus on power dynamics, critical discourse analysis, and language in social contexts. His work examines policies across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Luxembourg, the EU, and India, with significant contributions to understanding how language policies impact minority communities, migrants, and deaf populations. He employs Historical Structural Analysis and Critical Discourse Analysis to investigate sociopolitical factors shaping language legislation. His publications reveal a consistent comparative approach to language policy analysis across multiple continents, examining how policies address linguistic minority needs in education, healthcare, legal systems, and media. A notable pattern is his examination of shifts in language policy texts through modal verbs (from 'may' to 'shall'), reflecting changing sociopolitical contexts. Monograph: 'Reconceptualising Power in Language Policy. Evidence from Comparative Cases' (Springer, 2022) Established Malati Sharma Memorial Award (2019) for PhD students As an educator, Dr. Sharma teaches Introduction to German Studies, German Linguistics modules, and translation courses. His teaching integrates sociolinguistic theory with practical language instruction, particularly regarding German language education during the pandemic. Dr. Sharma leads the Cambridge Sociolinguistics Circle and delivered the Kapuscinski Development Lecture on 'Language Policy, Development and Inclusion' at Maqsut Narikbayev University in April 2025.

Malcolm Petrieمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Scottish Politics
• Constitutional History
• Brexit
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Malcolm Petrie serves as Senior Lecturer in the School of History at the University of St Andrews, where he contributes to the Institute of Legal and Constitutional Research. His academic profile centers on modern Scottish political history, constitutional developments, and the political ramifications of Brexit within the UK's evolving governance framework. Dr. Petrie's research explores critical intersections of political identity and constitutional change in Scotland, with particular emphasis on post-devolution independence movements, historical party realignments, and Brexit's impact on democratic representation. His work reveals how historical narratives around unionism, nationalism, and political rhetoric continue to shape contemporary Scottish politics and constitutional debates. His publication trajectory demonstrates a clear evolution from foundational studies of mid-20th century Scottish political culture toward urgent analyses of current constitutional challenges. Recent works consistently address themes of political representation, referendum consequences, and the shifting dynamics between Scottish and UK-wide political institutions, reflecting deep engagement with both historical contexts and present-day constitutional crises. Dr. Petrie has received significant recognition for his scholarly contributions: Royal Historical Society David Berry Prize (2017) He actively mentors doctoral researchers including C. E. McKinven on Scottish legal history topics and has secured substantial research funding from major bodies including the Arts and Humanities Research Council, Carnegie Trust, and Leverhulme Trust for projects examining conservatism, unionism, and Scottish political culture. As Principal Investigator for the ongoing 'Conservatism and Unionism in the UK, 1968-1997' project (2023-2026), he collaborates within the Institute of Legal and Constitutional Research while contributing to the Scottish Magazines Network, maintaining active engagement with both academic and public discourse on Scotland's political future.