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nottspolitics@nottspolitics· 4d

Congratulations to @nottspolitics.bsky.social's doctoral research Selim Yilmaz on passing his PhD viva 🎉 ℹ️ Find out more about Selim and his thesis here 🔗 tinyurl.com/2s3jmdz4

Media post with image of Selim Yilmaz and text 'Viva Success for Selim Yilmaz- 'An Explanation of Power-Competition Between States: The Balance of Initiatives'

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· 25d

▪️‘Repairing an aircraft mid-flight’: establishing democratic civilian control in Ukraine during war ▪️ Professor Bettina Renz co-authors new article for Post-Soviet Affairs on Ukraine’s war-driven military reforms under Zelensky Read it here 🔗 tinyurl.com/ywj7kv3u

Article abstract - This study evaluates progress made in establishing Democratic Civilian Control (DCC) in Ukraine under President Zelensky using key criteria drawn from the comparative literature: a civilian-led Ministry of Defence; clear lines of accountability; legislative oversight and a supportive civil society. War had a catalysing effect on military reforms, but this did not extend to DCC where the high external threat generated fears about Russian agents in civilian institutions, further degrading the inter-institutional trust necessary for DCC to function and enhance military effectiveness and efficiency. Although improvements to the legislative basis for DCC were made, war strengthened arguments about the risks of greater civilian oversight and helped maintain existing patronal relations.

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jul 23

In the next instalment of our 'Inspiring People' series, Dr Pauline Eadie shares how her research explores what people are capable of in the face of adversity—and why great research shouldn't happen in an echo chamber. 🌟 Read it here 🔗 tinyurl.com/3xvjfenm

Poster with heading 'Inspiring People' and quote 'I have examined what people are capable of under the most adverse of circumstances, including environmental disasters, the pandemic and abject poverty and inequality' next to an image of Pauline Eadie

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jul 17

🏆 @drnataliemartin.bsky.social and Dr Louise Kettle have received the prestigious Lord Dearing Award for their exceptional contribution to the student experience in recognition of their innovative teaching on the module 'The Middle East and the World' Full story ➡️ tinyurl.com/3fuezxuj

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jul 16

AHRC-funded research from the University of Nottingham was recently showcased at Westminster, with Dr Pauline Eadie, @drhmccabe.bsky.social and Dr Liezel Longboan presenting key findings to policymakers and stakeholders. ℹ️ Find out about the event here 🔗 tinyurl.com/252n9464

Poster with image of lone woman walking down a dark lit street and text 'Contradictions in UK Migrant Law and Women's Advocacy: the case of tracked/undocumented Filipino women' - An AHRC-funded project led by Dr. Pauline Eadie, Professor Helen McCabe and Dr. Liezel Longboan

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jul 6

Dr Andreas Fulda's new publication 'Wenn China angreift' is attracting national and international attention -including recent discussion on a leading political commentary show and calls for it to be translated into English ℹ️ Read more about Andrea's book here 🔗 tinyurl.com/bdfr8b4y

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jun 29

Congratulations to @nottspolitics.bsky.social's doctoral researcher @charliedmb.bsky.social on recently passing his viva 🎉 ℹ️ Find out more about Charlie's thesis here 🔗 tinyurl.com/8zfnv7yu

Photo of Charlie and text 'Viva success for Charlie Bradley: Property and War as Constitutional Strategies in the Political Thought of Hugo Grotius'

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jun 19

📺 WATCH: Russian defence expert Prof. Bettina Renz providing evidence to the Joint Committee on National Security Strategy inquiry 'Deterrence in an age of Russian aggression.' ▶️ Watch back here tinyurl.com/3uxuha7e More details here 🔗 tinyurl.com/3ht9p2c3

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jun 17

🏆Congrats to Prof Jan Meyer-Sahling whose article 'Does political corruption reduce pro‐social behavior by bureaucrats? Lab experimental evidence from Bangladesh' ranked among the top 10% of most-viewed papers published by @govjournal.bsky.social in 2024 ℹ️ 🔗 tinyurl.com/ynu5e9cv

Abstract inc: Numerous studies assess how politicians control and shape bureaucracy. Yet, how politicians' behavior affects the norms and behaviors of bureaucrats through role modeling has not been studied. This is a curious omission, in light of evidence that social norms shape bureaucratic behavior. Through a lab experiment with over 900 bureaucrats in Bangladesh, we explore whether political corruption affects bureaucrats' pro-social behavior and whether this effect is particularly pronounced for corruption of the current government, as a particularly relevant social norm referent. Using a political corruption prime, we present evidence that those bureaucrats who recall episodes of the current government's political corruption when prompted to think about political corruption donate significantly lower real monetary amounts to charity. By contrast, we do not find clear effects of political corruption by other actors. Our findings underscore the importance of political leaders as role models for bureaucrats and the damage that political corruption may inflict on pro-social behavior in bureaucracies.

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Jun 11

To celebrate the launch of FAKERS, @waterstones.bsky.social hosted Prof Rory Cormac for a fascinating evening on propaganda past & present Rory shared some stranger-than-fiction stories and vital lessons for countering disinformation today Discover FAKERS ➡️ tinyurl.com/3fc2nz5s

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· May 20

🎉 Congratulations to Prof. @rorycormac.bsky.social on the release of his new book FAKERS (OUP)📚 It tells the remarkable story of the rise and fall of the UK's black propaganda team and reveals a host of operations-some bizarre, others serious. ℹ️ Read more here 🔗 tinyurl.com/3fc2nz5s

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· May 1

🎧 Did you catch @nottspolitics.bsky.social's Dr Dan Lomas ( @sandbaggerone.bsky.social ) on BBC Radio 1's Newsbeat on Wednesday? An intelligence and diplomacy expert, Dan shared his thoughts on King Charles' White House banquet speech. ▶️ Listen back here 🔗 tinyurl.com/56afyuyz

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· May 1

The Centre for the Study of Subversion, Unconventional Interventions & Threats is delighted to announce the appointment of its inaugural Security and Resilience Fellow, David Stanton, a PhD researcher in medical intelligence. ℹ️ Find out more🔗 tinyurl.com/4trssrpb

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Apr 29

Will the backlash against AI turn violent? 🎧 @nottspolitics.bsky.social's Dr Sean Fleming discusses anti‑technology politics on The Guardian's 'Today in Focus' podcast ▶️ tinyurl.com/4x5zxyau Learn more about his research on the subject ℹ️🔗 tinyurl.com/3kc4h85s

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Apr 27

Congratulations to Dan Lomas and Rory Cormac for their recent funding success 🎉 In collab. with @rightslab.bsky.social they will investigate if the hybridisation of forced migration and human trafficking is a weapon of secret intelligence and sabotage ℹ️🔗 tinyurl.com/553awrhd

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Apr 21

"It is great to be part of this collaborative project to see justice done for Harriet Taylor Mill, and John Stuart Mill". @nottspolitics.bsky.social Prof. @drhmccabe.bsky.social on the publication of the new edition of On Liberty 📚 Read more about it here 🔗 tinyurl.com/mwcv3sfr

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Apr 13

Dr Louise Kettle, an expert in British foreign and security policy, has been sharing her insights on the conflict in the Middle East in a series of recent media appearances. 🗞️Read our full roundup here 🔗 tinyurl.com/dj2pph27

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Apr 1

Fantastic to see 3 @nottspolitics.bsky.social academics cited in the UK Foreign Affairs Committee report 'Disinformation diplomacy: How malign actors are seeking to undermine democracy' Take a look at the evidence provided by Rory Cormac, Dan Lomas & Natalie Martin 🔗 tinyurl.com/c5hfaa8u

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 26

Fantastic to see doctoral researcher Charlie Bradley publish 2 articles recently Read 'From Civic Friendship to Civil Science: Aristotle and Hobbes on Political Unity' in Hobbes Studies - tinyurl.com/swkn2put.......

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 26

Thank you to everyone who attended our current affairs seminar yesterday, reflecting on four years of conflict in Ukraine. Special thanks to our expert speakers Dr Yelyzaveta Monastyrova, Dr @arturnadiiev.bsky.social, Anastasiia Kliuha and @albertsalimov.bsky.social for sharing their insights.

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 24

Join CRISPI tomorrow for the Ideas & Ideologies seminar series Co-director @hdrochon.bsky.social will be discussing his new publication 'Elites and Democracy' 📚 ℹ️ More book info here 🔗 tinyurl.com/4xcar4nv 🗓️ Weds 25 March ⏲️ 5-6.30pm 📍 Teams ➡️ tinyurl.com/2z35u4w8

Ideas and Ideologies Seminar Series -hosted by the Centre for Research into Ideas and the Study of Political Ideologies- Elites and Democracy - Hugo Drochon - Wednesday 25 March, 5-6.30pm on MS teams - scan the QR code for more details

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 23

The Centre for the Study of Subversion, Unconventional Interventions & Terrorism invites staff and students from across the University to join us for a current affairs seminar reflecting on 4 years of conflict in Ukraine 🗓️ Weds 25 March ⏲️ 1-2.30pm 📍A42, Sir Clive Granger building, University Park

Poster with event details inccluding title, date, location and time and details of guest speakers:
Speakers:

Dr Yelyzaveta Monastyrova (Rights Lab) – forced labour and other coercion in the occupied territories
Dr Artur Nadiiev (School of Politics and International Relations/SUIT) – Ukrainian domestic politics and diplomacy
Anastasiia Kliuha (Rights Lab) – human rights violations and deportation of Ukrainian children
Albert Salimov (School of Politics and International Relations alumnus, parliamentary staffer and humanitarian volunteer with Casus Pax) – humanitarian situation in Ukraine

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 12

Dr Louise Kettle, @drnataliemartin.bsky.social & 3 of our third year students recently attended the 7th annual #BISAFCDOModelNATO Summit at the FCDO Eve Jones, Heather Maltman & Oscar Mckevitt Flack were all tasked with representing Slovenia Read their reflections of the day ➡️ tinyurl.com/ms33t6jj

Photo of Eve Jones, Heather Maltman and Oscar McKevitt-Flack

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 12

📚 Congratulations to @hdrochon.bsky.social on the publication of his new book 🎉 'Elites and Democracy' (@princetonupress.bsky.social) explores the idea that democracy is more accurately and usefully understood as a perpetual struggle among competing elites ℹ️ More info here 🔗 tinyurl.com/4xcar4nv

Poster with book cover and text "if we are always ruled by elites, then what can democracy mean in that setting?" - new publication from Dr Hugo Drochon

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 11

The Centre for Subversion, Unconventional Interventions & Terrorism collaborates with colleagues across @uniofnottingham.bsky.social to host a roundtable on the current war in Iran 🗓️Fri 20 March ⏲️ 12.30-2pm 📍A01 Highfield House All students & staff welcome ℹ️➡️🔗 tinyurl.com/ycym8etv

The War in Iran - Friday 20 March, 12.30-2pm, A01 Highfield House, with expert participants:

Rory Cormac (Politics & International Relations)

Victor Kattan (School of Law) Louise Kettle (Politics & International Relations)

Louise Kettle (Politics and International Relations)

Maria Ryan (Department of American Studies)

Bettina Renz (Politics & International Relations)

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Mar 4

In CRISPI's Ideas and Ideologies speaker session today, Teresa Bejan (Oxford) will present her paper 'First Among Equals?', based on her upcoming book with Harvard University Press. Register your attendance ➡️ tinyurl.com/53d4f6bh

Ideas and Ideologies Seminar Series -hosted by the Centre for Research into Ideas and the Study of Political Ideologies- First among equals? - Teresa Bejan (Oxford University) Wednesday 4 March, 5-6.30pm on MS teams - scan the QR code for more details

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Feb 25

What is China attacks and Taiwan falls? Join the Taiwan Research Hub and the Centre for the Study of Subversion, Unconventional Interventions and Terrorism for a pre-publication discussion with @amfchina.bsky.social 🗓️9 March ⏰ 2-3pm 📍A02 Highfield House ℹ️https://tinyurl.com/mv2vs2cn

Poster for event with book cover and text 'what if China attacks and Taiwan falls? Pre publication discussion with Dr Andreas Fulda, Monday March 9, 2-3pm, A02 Highfield House

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Feb 18

Prof. Jan Meyer-Sahling recently joined a panel discussion for the presentation of the first National Survey of Public Servants in Jordan. Jan was an integral part of the SIGMA research team who designed and implemented the survey. ℹ️ Find out more here 🔗 tinyurl.com/56xups5v

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Feb 12

'Voting like their rights depended on it: why more LGBTQ+ vote' As part of #LGBTQ+ history month, the Research Centre for the Study of Parties and Democracy will be welcoming Dr Stuart @turnbulldugarte.com to present at this research seminar 📅 Weds 25 Feb ⏰4pm 📍A4 Law and Social Sciences

Poster for event with text 'Voting like their rights depended on it: why more LGBTQ+ vote' - Dr Stuart Turnbull-Dugarte (University of Southampton) - Wednesday 25 February from 4pm - A4 Law and Social Sciences building, University Park

nottspolitics@nottspolitics· Feb 11

In CRISPI's Ideas and Ideologies speaker session today, Balázs Trencsényi (Central European University) will present: 🗣️Interwar Crisis Discourses and the Future of Liberal Democracy Register your attendance ➡️ tinyurl.com/53d4f6bh