Dr. Didier Bigo

Biography

Didier Bigo is an Emeritus Professor of War Studies at King's College London and part-time professor at Sciences Po Paris-CERI, France. With a focus on International Political Sociology, he has contributed to various fields such as conflict studies, security, and international relations. Bigo’s scholarship includes significant works on data politics, surveillance, and human rights, particularly in the context of border controls and migrant issues. He has co-directed various international research projects, including the GUARDINT project and has an extensive publication record including journals and books edited under his name. His research is characterized by a transdisciplinary approach that connects security studies with sociological perspectives and explores the challenges posed by contemporary security practices and policies. He has served as a director at the Centre for the Study of Conflicts, Liberty, and Security, and is a co-editor of several academic journals. Bigo's work is highly regarded within the academic community and has influenced critical discussions around state security and civil liberties in the digital age.

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