Dr. Magnus Öberg

Biography

Magnus Öberg is an Associate Professor at Uppsala University and serves as the Senior Lecturer and Director of the Uppsala Conflict Data Program (UCDP). He has been a prominent figure in the field of conflict research, particularly focusing on the causes and consequences of civil wars. Öberg has extensively researched the psychological underpinnings of grievances and escalation processes in conflict situations, as well as the dynamics of forced migration and social preferences. His work has been published in reputable journals like the Journal of Peace Research, the European Journal of International Relations, and Conflict Management and Peace Science. A significant aspect of his research involves applying moral psychology to understand how various moral dimensions can generate grievances strong enough to lead to armed conflict, specifically through the lenses of nationalism, religion, and authoritarian mobilization. His findings contribute to a broader understanding of how moral values intertwine with social, political, and economic factors to influence intrastate conflicts. Öberg's research aims to bridge the gaps in knowledge regarding moral motivations in conflict and how these dimensions shape societal narratives.

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