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Betül Özkaya is a PhD candidate at Aalborg University, focusing on the sociology of anger, social conditions, and normative expressions of emotion among young people. Her research examines how social positions, class, gender, and ethnicity impact the recognition and legitimacy of anger in everyday life. Özkaya's PhD project, entitled 'The (Limited) Space of Anger: Unequal Conditions of Anger among Young People Across Social Positions in Society,' explores diverse generational perspectives on anger, particularly between the Baby Boomer generation and Generation Z. In addition to her research, she contributes to the academic community through teaching at both Bachelor's and Master's levels, conducting lectures, tutorials, and examinations in sociology. Her work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the social conditions influencing emotional expression. Özkaya is actively involved in projects addressing issues related to social justice and engagement, having participated in numerous conferences and public discussions on the subject. She has also contributed to several publications and collaborative projects, highlighting the significance of emotions in the sociological discourse.
Aalborg University • Aalborg, Denmark
Conducting research on the sociology of anger and teaching courses related to sociology at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Requirements apply generally to Master's programs across departments including Sociology, Business, and Engineering at Aalborg University.