Comparative Criminal Politics
The topics of internal security and crime prevention are omnipresent in political debates, but comparatively rare in political science research. In this seminar, we develop a …
Courses
Here are some examples of classes I have taught in the area of comparative politics and human rights measurement.
Every Vote Counts? Comparing Electoral Systems in the Global ‘Super Election Year’
The “super election year” of 2024 has drawn attention to national elections in countries around the world. Elections are considered the cornerstone of a democracy, but even most …
Understanding Human Rights Data and How (Not) to Use Them
Quantified data has become ubiquitous in human rights advocacy and research on topics as diverse as press freedom, political imprisonment, human rights defenders, academic freedom, …