جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Practical Theology
• Interdisciplinary Research
• Astrobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Storrar is an Honorary Professor at the School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh, and currently serves as Director of the Center of Theological Inquiry (CTI) in Princeton, NJ. His academic career includes teaching practical theology at three Scottish universities and extensive parish ministry. His research focuses on reflective practice in collaboration across ordained ministry, academia, and civil society. He has led major interdisciplinary projects such as The Spiritual Loop Project (2020-2023) exploring machine intelligence's pastoral potential and The Astrobiology Outreach Project (2015-2018), supported by $1.7M from the John Templeton Foundation. Notable grants include a $3.5M Templeton Foundation grant (2012-2015) for theological inquiries on evolution, religious freedom, and moral identity. His publications span edited volumes on astrobiology, public theology, and Scottish religious identity, including Life as a Planetary Phenomenon (forthcoming) and Last Doctor out of Biafra (2019). His work bridges theology and public life through initiatives like faith-based organizing in the US and global civil society studies. He has collaborated with institutions such as Princeton University's Law and Public Affairs Program and South Africa's Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study.

• Racialised Capitalism
• Migration Studies
• Critical Race Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ashli Mullen serves as a Lecturer in Sociological & Cultural Studies at the University of Glasgow, specializing in racialised capitalism and the socio-economic conditions of racialised migrant workers, particularly Roma communities in Scotland. Her research examines the intersections of welfare chauvinism, economic exploitation, and deportability through ethnographic methodologies. She concurrently holds the position of Creative Director at Romano Lav, an anti-racist Roma migrant organization based in Govanhill, Glasgow, demonstrating her commitment to community-engaged scholarship. Mullen's research program critically analyzes how racial capitalism structures migrant labor conditions, with particular attention to territorial stigmatisation and anti-racist solidarity movements. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks from critical race theory and political economy with grounded ethnographic investigations in Scottish urban contexts, emphasizing the lived experiences of marginalized communities and the spatial dimensions of racialization. Her publication trajectory reveals a sustained focus on racial capitalism's manifestations in migration contexts, evolving from early analyses of territorial stigmatisation (2018) toward comprehensive theoretical frameworks in her forthcoming monograph and co-authored book. Recent works increasingly integrate state theory and anti-racist praxis, reflecting her dual commitment to academic rigor and community activism within Glasgow's diverse neighborhoods. Scientific Awards: Neil Davidson Postdoctoral Writing Fellowship Mullen currently conducts fellowship-funded research on racial capitalism while co-authoring a theoretical text with Satnam Virdee; however, no formal student supervision or grant administration details are documented in available sources. Her community leadership at Romano Lav represents a vital extension of her academic work into practical anti-racist organizing. Through Romano Lav, Mullen maintains direct engagement with Roma migrant communities in Govanhill, ensuring her research remains accountable to the populations it studies while facilitating knowledge exchange between academic and community spheres. This organizational role informs her ethnographic approach and shapes her critical perspective on welfare systems and labor exploitation.

Liam Connellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Globalization
• Labour Theory
• Nationalism
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Liam Connell is a Senior Lecturer and Subject Lead for History and Writing at the School of Humanities and Social Science , University of Brighton. His research interrogates the intersection of politics, economics, and culture through literary and visual texts, with a focus on globalization, precarious labor, and the political novel . He is a Co-Investigator on the Horizon 2020 grant CAPONEU , mapping political novels across Europe. Connell holds a PhD in Rewriting the Nation: Nationalist Interventions in Literary History (University of Sussex, 2000), an MA in Culture and Social Change (University of Southampton, 1995), and a BA in English & Scottish Literature (University of Glasgow, 1992). His supervisory interests span 20th/21st-century literature, economic humanities, and political fiction . Research interests cluster around: Political Fiction : Reconceptualizing the political novel's role in digital eras Economic Humanities : Labour regimes in fiction (precariousness, reproductive work) Globalization & Transnationalism : Cultural texts' engagement with national identities Migration Studies : Border securitization narratives His 15 most recent publications reveal a trajectory from nationalist discourses in Scottish literature (1998-2010) to economic globalization critiques (2010-2017), culminating in digital political novel analysis (2025) and surrogacy in media (2024). A recurring theme: how labour, affect, and political consciousness are refracted through cultural forms. Supervisory activity includes: Gavin Salvesen-Sawh: Pinter's exploration of mental disintegration and political activism Edward Wells: Unreadability in narrative fiction Collaborative networks span institutions across Europe, India, and the UK , with particular emphasis on CAPPE ( Brighton's Centre for Applied Philosophy, Politics and Ethics) .

• Sports Policy
• Sports Marketing
• Sport Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gavin L Reid is a Lecturer and Programme Director for the MSc in Sport Policy, Management and International Development at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport. He also teaches undergraduate courses in Sport and Recreation Management. His research focuses on the politics of sports policy at local and central government levels, post-devolution Scottish sports policy, sport development, and marketing. Education: BA (Hons) Recreation (Dunfermline College of Physical Education, 1988–1992) PhD in Economics of Sport (Glasgow Caledonian University, 1992–1995) Current Research: Sport development legacy of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games Role of sport social enterprises in sustainable development Impact of community empowerment legislation on sport Recession and Scottish sports policy Edinburgh sport policy dynamics Professional Affiliations: Founding member of the Edinburgh Sports Research Group Reviewer for Leisure Studies, Local Economy, and Managing Leisure journals Teaching: Undergraduate modules: Sport Marketing, Sports Development, Politics of Sports Policy Postgraduate modules: Sport Marketing PhD Supervision: Current student: Andrew Grech (Maltese sports system analysis)

• Renewable Energy
• Energy Policy
• Environmental Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Toke is a Reader at the School of Social Science, University of Aberdeen, specializing in energy policy, renewable energy systems, and political ecology. He holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Birmingham (2001). His research focuses on renewable energy transitions, nuclear power critiques, and the intersection of energy policy with governance and cultural dynamics. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of Birmingham (2001) – Thesis: 'The Politics of Sustainable Energy' Research Interests: David Toke’s work examines renewable energy deployment, critiques of nuclear power, and the sociopolitical dimensions of energy transitions. He emphasizes community ownership models, policy frameworks, and the influence of corporate interests on energy systems. Recent projects include ESRC-funded research on solar power planning (2013–present) and analyses of feed-in tariffs’ impact on small-scale renewables. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator for ESRC project 'Solar Power in the UK – Planning for a Sustainable Future' Recipient of grants from ESRC (5 projects), EU (2), Leverhulme Trust (2), British Academy, and Scottish Insight Labs & Initiatives: Founder of 100% Renewable UK , advocating for 100% renewable energy systems Maintains a widely read blog on green energy ( David Toke’s Green Energy Blog )

• Political Geography
• European Union
• Scottish Elections
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fiona M Davidson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Arkansas, affiliated with the J. William Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences. She serves as the Director of the European Studies Program and has been a faculty member since 1992. Education: B.A. (Honors) from Newcastle Upon Tyne Polytechnic (1985) M.A. and Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln (1991) Research Interests: Professor Davidson specializes in political geography, with a focus on the European Union, Scottish elections, and devolution processes in the UK. Her work examines shifting voting patterns, the influence of the Scottish National Party, and how devolution affects sub-national governance. She has co-authored two books and numerous articles on these topics. Advising: She has supervised multiple graduate students, including Mohamed Al-Hediaf, Saeed Alkaabi, and Judy Rogers, whose research spans population dynamics, urban growth, and spatial disease clustering.

Graeme Macdonaldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Humanities
• Petrocultures
• Environmental Humanities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Graeme Macdonald is a Full Professor at the University of Warwick's Faculty of Arts, specializing in English and Comparative Literary Studies. He serves as convenor of the Environmental Humanities Masters program and leads the university's Spotlight on Sustainability initiative. MA (Joint Honors in Literature and Sociology) from University of Aberdeen PhD from University of Glasgow Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) from Warwick His research spans Energy Humanities, Petrocultures, and Environmental Humanities, focusing on climate narratives, resource extraction in global literature, and post-fossil futures. He contributes to projects like Climaginaries and collaborates with artist Paul Lemmon on the Warwick Transformations Project. His publications include Combined and Uneven Development (2015) and articles in Science Fiction Studies and Journal of Postcolonial Writing . He led the Eutopia Connected Community project (2024/25) and received the SFRA Pioneer Award (2015). Nadia Backleh: World Literature and Migration Pegah Pezeshki: Middle Eastern Revolution Narratives Former PhD supervisees include Nora Castle (Climate Fiction) and Harry Pitt-Scott (Petroculture)

Mark Shephardمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Scottish Politics
• British Politics
• Social Media & Politics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mark Shephard is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Government & Public Policy at the University of Strathclyde, where he has been since 1998. His research focuses on Scottish and British politics, social media’s impact on political discourse, elite behavior, legislatures, public opinion, parties, and elections. He is known for his Tedx talks (Glasgow 2014 and Bergen 2017) on social media’s role in education and citizenship. He served as Convenor of the Political Studies Association Annual Meeting in 2017. His work frequently explores parliamentary dynamics, misinformation on social media, and Brexit’s constitutional implications. Though no formal awards are listed, his contributions to research and public engagement are notable. He volunteers in community gardening and fundraising for charities like the Walled Peace Garden and Paisley Abbey. Research Interests: Mark’s interdisciplinary research bridges traditional political studies with modern digital media challenges. He examines how social media shapes political participation, misinformation spread, and legislative communication. His analysis of UK parliamentary processes, such as Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs), highlights shifts in political discourse and crisis governance during events like Brexit and the pandemic. Articles Trends: His publications (2020–2025) emphasize social media’s dual role as both a tool for civic engagement and a vector for misinformation. He also explores constitutional adaptations during crises and the evolving nature of parliamentary scrutiny. Key themes include public opinion dynamics, elite communication strategies, and the interplay between legislative institutions and digital platforms. Professional Challenges: Mark notes time constraints and resource competition as ongoing challenges. His volunteer work reflects a commitment to community impact beyond academia, aligning with Strathclyde’s mission of 'useful learning.'

Hayley Bennettمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Social Security
• Labour Market Programmes
• Anti-Poverty Initiatives
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Hayley Bennett is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Social Policy at the University of Edinburgh, School of Social and Political Science. Her work focuses on social security, welfare state governance, and multi-level policy-making in the UK and Europe. Qualifications: PhD in Social Policy (University of Edinburgh, ESRC CASE studentship) MSc by Research in Social Policy (University of Edinburgh, ESRC CASE studentship) MA in Local and Regional Economic Development (Aberystwyth University, IGES award) BA in Human Geography (Aberystwyth University, UWA scholarship) Her research explores the design and delivery of social security systems, devolution, digital welfare interfaces, and participatory methods to address poverty. She investigates how policy changes at national and local levels impact vulnerable populations, emphasizing qualitative and collaborative approaches. Hayley’s recent projects include Social Security in a Devolved UK (Nuffield Foundation, 2024-2027) and Navigating Digital Welfare (Challenge Investment Fund, 2021-2022). Her work spans comparative European studies on minimum income provision and devolution. Scientific Awards: IGES award (for MA studies) Hayley contributes to teaching courses on qualitative research, public policy, and social inequality. She supervises PhD students on topics including UK welfare state, poverty, devolution, and participatory methods. She is an Executive Member of the Social Policy Association, co-convenor of the Employment and Social Security Policy Group, and active in knowledge exchange with organizations like the Poverty Alliance and Scottish Parliament’s Expert Panel on Social Security.

Stephen Noonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Scottish Politics
• Political Theory
• Theological Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Noon is a Researcher (part-time) at the Centre for Public Policy, University of Glasgow, and part of Weber Shandwick’s Public Affairs team in Scotland. His work bridges politics, theology, and ethics, focusing on Scotland’s post-devolution political landscape and a 'politics of love' influenced by Bernard Lonergan’s theological anthropology. Education: MDiv & STB, Regis College, University of Toronto (2021) LLM by Research in European Constitutional Law, University of Edinburgh (2011) MA (Hons) Scottish Historical Studies, University of Edinburgh (1996) Research: Explores whether Scotland’s 'new politics' aligns with devolution’s promise, emphasizing consensus over tribalism. Examines Lonergan’s framework of societal progress through attentiveness and responsibility. Recent work includes analyzing the role of love in political discourse, published in 2023. Professional Background: Former Chief Strategist for Yes Scotland (2014 independence referendum), followed by seven years as a Jesuit, including spiritual exercises and community service. Combines academic and practical experiences to critique and reimagine political structures.

• Welsh Cultural Identity (16th-20th centuries)
• Celtic Cultural Representations
• Dual Culture Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anne Hellegouarc'h-Bryce serves as a Lecturer in English at the Breton and Celtic Research Center (CRBC, EA 4451) within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Brest. Her academic work bridges Celtic studies, cultural representation, and interdisciplinary approaches to coastal communities, with sustained focus on Wales and Brittany across historical periods from the 16th to 21st centuries. Her research centers on Welsh cultural identity formation, dual culture dynamics, and autogenous/allogenous representations of Celtic nations. She investigates how coastal environments shape cultural expressions, emphasizing art-science synergies in projects like Hands Across the Sea . This work examines Wales' evolving visibility, language loss impacts in Brittany, and comparative studies of Celtic regions including Cornwall and Scotland through historical, sociolinguistic, and media lenses. Her publication trajectory reveals deepening engagement with interdisciplinary methodologies, evolving from historical analyses of Welsh nationalism to contemporary explorations of coastal cultures and art-science collaborations. Recent work integrates environmental humanities with cultural studies, reflecting broader scholarly trends while maintaining core focus on Celtic identity politics. Academically, she directs the Master's program Langues et Sociétés: Langues et cultures celtiques en contact since 2019, previously co-directing the English Department (2017-2018) and managing international relations for the Faculty. She leads the Hands Across the Sea research project through SEA-EU, organizing conferences like Bretagne/Amérique du Nord while serving on editorial boards for Studia Celto-Slavica and scientific committees for Celtic studies initiatives. Her institutional presence includes membership in CRBC research axes, coordination of Erasmus exchanges with Welsh/Scottish universities, and jury responsibilities for national teaching certifications. She actively disseminates research through conference keynotes on coastal cultures, Breton identity, and Celtic representations, extending scholarly impact beyond academia through media engagements.

Jack Liddallمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Political Science
• Comparative Politics
• Public Administration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jack Liddall is a researcher at the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with St John’s College. His work focuses on parliamentary scrutiny within the UK Union, analyzing intergovernmental relations across the UK Parliament, Scottish Parliament, and Senedd Cymru from 2010 to 2024. His research spans Political Science , Comparative Politics , and Public Administration , with a specific emphasis on Legislative Studies , Intergovernmental Relations , and UK Politics . The study explores institutional dynamics in devolved governance frameworks.

Mark Bailoniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Geopolitics
• Territorial Governance
• Regionalism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mark Bailoni is a Lecturer in the Geography Department at the University of Lorraine's College of Human and Social Sciences, where he has served since 2008. He previously held significant administrative roles including Director of the College of Human and Social Sciences (2017-2022) and Director of the Geography Department (2014-2017). Education: Doctorate in Geography (Geopolitics specialization) from University of Paris 8 (2007) Graduate studies at University of Cergy-Pontoise and French Institute of Geopolitics Research Fellow at Newcastle University's CURDS (2003-2004) His research critically examines geopolitical dynamics in territorial governance , focusing on regional identity construction, energy transition conflicts, and post-industrial renewal. He investigates how communities navigate socio-technical transitions through cultural revitalization and confront territorial disparities, with particular expertise in British Isles geopolitics and European territorial planning. Recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a concentrated focus on energy transition geopolitics , analyzing coal heritage in decarbonization contexts, wind energy conflicts in rural communities, and Scottish nationalism's evolution from petroleum to wind power. His work consistently bridges British electoral geography with broader European territorial governance challenges. Bailoni actively supervises doctoral research, currently co-directing Dorian Maillard's thesis on decarbonization in declining territories under the SESAME/PEPR SPLEEN program. He secures competitive research funding including PEPR/ANR grants for industrial decarbonization projects. He contributes to LOTERR laboratory's interdisciplinary work through technical platforms in hydrometry, sedimentology, and drone-based remote sensing, supporting research on territorial transitions and environmental governance.

James Kennedyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Comparative Sociology
• Historical Sociology
• Political Sociology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. James Kennedy is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology and Director of the Centre of Canadian Studies at the University of Edinburgh's School of Social and Political Science. His roles include editorial board memberships at the British Journal of Canadian Studies and Studies on National Movements . He holds a PhD from McGill University and an MA from the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on comparative/historical sociology, nationalism, and federalism, with emphasis on Scotland and Québec. Key themes include the role of the state in societal relations, civil society dynamics, and the sociology of nationalism. He has explored topics like postwar settlements in East Central Europe and US policy influences on ethnic nationalism. Dr. Kennedy has supervised numerous PhDs on nationalism, civil society, and regional identity across diverse regions, including Peru, Chile, and Kyrgyzstan. His work has been recognized with awards such as the 2014 John Porter Book Award for Liberal Nationalisms . Current research includes projects on binaries in nationalism studies and the interplay between federalism and national diversity. He teaches courses on nationalism, globalization, and socio-cultural theory. His interdisciplinary approach bridges historical sociology, political theory, and empirical case studies, contributing to debates on nation-building, citizenship, and comparative political systems.

• Social Policy
• Criminology
• Political Economy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Gerry Mooney is a Senior Lecturer in Social Policy and Criminology at the Open University's Faculty of Social Sciences. He holds affiliations with the International Centre for Comparative Criminological Research (ICCCR) and the Open Space Research Centre. A member of the academic community since the mid-1980s, he has held roles as a tutor and later Staff Tutor in Social Sciences at the Open University in Scotland. He concurrently serves as a Visiting Professor of Scottish Studies at the University of Wisconsin River Falls and has held a Visiting Professorship at the University of Strathclyde (2008–2011). Dr Mooney's research focuses on neoliberal theories and their impact on social policy, Scottish devolution, territorial inequality, and the role of criminal justice in nation-building. His recent projects include analyses of austerity's effects on welfare systems and class divisions in contemporary Scotland. He completed his BA in Social Sciences at the University of Paisley (now the University of the West of Scotland) and earned a PhD in Sociology from the University of Glasgow. Since 2006, he has been an Honorary Fellow at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin's Centre for British Studies, where he regularly lectures. Dr Mooney is actively involved in curriculum development at the Open University, leading the design of their new Social Policy module and chairing its Honours Criminology course.