Derek Silva is an Assistant Professor of Criminology at King’s University College. His work is situated at the nexus of sociological and criminological approaches to radicalization, counter-radicalization, and policing. Dr. …
Gilbert’s research examines two aspects of the ‘war on terror.’ The first concerns the relationship between terrorism, borders and citizenship, with a particular focus on North America. This includes a …
As a counselor working with various public and private organizations, Vixamar’s previous and ongoing work has been focused on the personal and professional development of young adults with complex needs, …
Historically Hockley’s research has focused on the Air India bombings of 1985 and the September 2001 attacks against the United States and the discourse and policy surrounding them. After graduating …
While Timbury’s undergraduate research and course work initially spurred her interest in terrorism, security and the effects on society, her time at the Perth County Crown Attorney’s office furthered this …
Rowsell’s PhD thesis will analyze the impacts of Morocco’s religious public policy. The cornerstone of this policy is the fight against radicalization with the promotion of what the Moroccan regime …
Ahsan’s research focuses on neoliberalism within the Global South – particularly within the Middle East. Over the past few years he has researched issues related to Islam, the Middle East, …
As the son of a terrorism victim, Hamid is striving to understand how to protect future generations from becoming the victims of terrorists and terrorist recruitment. Hamid completed his bachelor’s …
As an incoming Juris Doctor candidate, Shaharyar’s main interests lie in the field of national security law and its intersection with international human rights and domestic civil liberties. He is …
Evan Balgord has been researching the overlapping anti-Muslim and white nationalist movements in Toronto and Canada since February, 2017. He frequently collaborate with Anti-Racist Canada, and has provided information to …
As the son of a terrorism victim Hamid Durrani is striving to understand how to protect future generations from becoming the victims of terrorists and terrorist recruitment. Durrani completed his …
As a Master’s candidate Muna is specializing in intelligence, she is interested in radicalization, counterterrorism, the role of the public, and terror groups’ organizational structures. She has taken courses in …
Josiah Witherspoon is an M.A. Candidate at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) at Carleton University, where he specializes in Intelligence and International Affairs (IIA). His research interests …
David Jones is a graduate of the the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Political Science. In the fall of 2017 he will begin a Master …
Christopher’s research thus far has encompassed three key areas: policing, youth, and the social impacts of oil and gas. Increasingly, his research areas are beginning to intersect with terrorism related …
During her undergraduate studies in International Affairs, Stephanie majored in security and developed an interest for terrorism, which led her to NPSIA’s Intelligence and National Security program at Carleton University. …
Matthew’s work will focus on how police services measure the performance of officers engaging in CVE police work. To date, there are very few academic studies that analyze police metrics, …
Andrea is entering her second year of a MA Criminology program at Wilfrid Laurier University and is interested in furthering my development and understanding in these areas. Her thesis will involve applying …
Kyra is interested in investigating and comparing the process of becoming a non-violent extremist with the process of becoming a violent extremist, in order to examine the differences between these …
Noorin is a second-year PhD. candidate in the Faculty of Education of the University of Ottawa. Her research interests include radicalization and de-radicalization in the educational systems of Muslim majority …
Ousmane Aly is a second-year PhD student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Wilfrid Laurier University. Her doctoral thesis is on the regional response to the Mali conflict and …
Lauren Leighton obtained her PhD in 2013 in Criminal Justice with a focus on terrorism and international affairs. Her Masters of Arts (M.A.) and my Masters of Philosophy (MPhil) in …
Hillary is the co-author (with Laura Huey, UWO) of “Cheering on the Jihad: An Exploration of Women’s Participation in Online Pro-Jihadist Networks” for the TSAS working paper series as well …
Mehmet Bastug is a Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. He received his PhD degree in Global Affairs from Rutgers University. His research interests include terrorism …
Mariful Alam is a senior PhD candidate at York University in the Socio-Legal Studies program. His doctoral dissertation investigates the relationship between legal regimes, state surveillance, and political dissent. The …
Julius’s dissertation research examines the impact of direct and vicarious police-citizen encounters on youth from racialized and marginalized backgrounds in Toronto, ON. In particular, he is concerned with the impact …
Rachel’s current research is on the recruitment, demobilization, and reintegration of women and girls in non-state armed groups. This is an extension of her Master’s research (NPSIA), where she completed …
Tabasum’s doctoral work, under the supervision of David Lyon in the Surveillance Studies Center, was based on an understanding of theoretical and practical issues concerning surveillance, national security policy and …
For his SSHRC funded doctoral project, Fahad Ahmad will be studying how the work of community organizations that provide social and economic support to immigrant and Muslim communities mitigates radicalization. …
Throughout his graduate studies at both Ryerson University and Carleton University Brandon’s research has focused entirely around security, organized crime, and terrorism. His main interests have been the way in …
Aziz Douai is Associate Professor of Communication and Digital Media Studies, Managing Editor of the American Communication Journal, and Director of Digital Life Media Lab at the University of Ontario …
Throughout Ashlee’s studies at the University of Guelph and the Balsillie School of International Affairs she has focused her research on terrorism, security and society. While in her final year …
Jenna’s dissertation seeks to analyze the development of Canadian national security and counter-terrorism policies utilizing archival research, key informant interviews, and Access to Information strategies. She will apply Foucault’s theorization …
Chris Case is an Assistant Fire Chief in Chatham-Kent. Originally from the UK, Chris was a senior officer in Liverpool, England as well as a lecturer on terrorist matters at …
Abel Brodeur is an Assistant Professor of Economics, University of Ottawa. Brodeur’s research interests centre around the economics of crime and labor markets. In a recent paper (2015), he examined …
Wright’s current work with Abel Brodeur, examines the effect of terrorist attacks on physical activity, and explores whether or not there exists bias in terrorist sentencing. His doctoral research agenda …
Casey Babb is a PhD student at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs. Casey’s research is primarily focused on the theories of conventional deterrence and compellence, particularly as they …
Grant’s research examines the changing role of border security in an increasingly globalized world. Arguing that the push from nation states and the global economy for the free movement of …
Jeff Sole is a medical professional with 10 years’ experience in regulated healthcare. Professionally trained in public safety and public health, with expertise in disaster management and counter-terrorism. He is …
Kent Roach is a Professor of Law, and the Chair of Law and Public Policy at the University of Toronto. He also serves as the Director, Counter-Terrorism Law and Policy …
Genevieve Zingg is a young Canadian researcher, whose interests include the relationship between digital privacy and national security; the role of gender in terrorism and international security; the relationship between …
As an intelligence analyst at the SecDev Group, Neil Hauer is responsible for his organization’s Syria and Iraq Conflict Monitor, a biweekly report which analyzes military and security developments in …
Dr Susan Brown is a Professor in the School of English and Theatre Studies at the University of Guelph and holds a Canada Research Chair in Collaborative Digital Scholarship. As …
Dr Alati’s has published three articles, and focused much of his doctoral work, on the development and implementation of terrorism and national security policy in Canada (and in the United …
Lieutenant Colonel Patrick O’Halloran is an Assistant Professor at the Royal Military College of Canada. He is also a serving member of the Canadian Armed Forces with over 30 years …
Michael King conducts research on the social-psychological factors involved in the legitimization of terrorism. His research is published in the academic journals Studies in Conflict & Terrorism and Terrorism & …
Dr. Benjamin Zyla is an Assistant Professor in the School of International Development & Global Studies at the University of Ottawa. His previous work concentrates on peace-keeping/building in the context …
Dr Perry is especially interested in the area of right wing extremism, which is very much under-represented among terrorism scholars. She has recently completed a Kanishka funded three year national …