Dr. Emma Engdahl

Biography

Emma Engdahl is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Work Science at the University of Gothenburg. Her research primarily focuses on microsociology and social psychology, exploring themes related to symbolic interactionism, emotions, identity development, self-realization, intimate relationships, and social pathologies. Over her career, she has published around 50 works, including books, articles, and book chapters, with notable titles such as 'Depressive Love: Social Pathology' and 'Art Self'. Engdahl's academic contributions are underpinned by solid experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership, as well as international collaboration in the field of sociology. She has engaged in various interdisciplinary projects and has been a visiting researcher at prestigious institutions, including Columbia University and the University of Chicago. As a key organizer for conferences and a member of numerous academic boards, she actively contributes to the discourse in her field and supports the development of new academic programs. Engdahl's work engages with contemporary issues in society, such as cyber-activism and the role of emotions in social interactions, maintaining a connection to pressing social themes.

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