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Kasper Grotle Rasmussen is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in American History with a focus on U.S. foreign policy, transatlantic relations, and conspiracy theories. His scholarly work encompasses the analysis of power, democracy, culture, and technology in shaping America's global relationships and the impact of ideas, people, and capital across the Atlantic. His current research projects include an extensive examination of President Kennedy's foreign policy advisors during the Berlin Crisis of 1961-1962, exploring motivations and cultural contexts influencing decision-making. He is also investigating the evolution of New World Order conspiracy theories from their origins with British writer Nesta Webster to contemporary interpretations by right-wing media figures. In addition, he studies Danish children and adolescents' awareness and attitudes towards conspiracy theories, positing that early exposure shapes belief systems differently than among adults. He has contributed to regional analyses of conspiracy theories in the Nordic countries, aiming to understand the current landscape in a post-Covid context. With a robust academic background, Kasper completed his PhD in History in January 2013 and holds a Master's degree in History from August 2009. Through his work, he actively engages in teaching, public speaking, and peer reviewing in the field.
University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark
Teaching and supervising courses related to American Studies, American Foreign Relations, and broader historical contexts.
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