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Mikkel Thorup is a professor at Aarhus University in the School of Culture and Society, focusing primarily on political ideas in modern times. His research interests encompass a wide range of topics in political thought, including the history of the state’s ideas, the exercise of state and non-state violence, and the philosophy of war. Thorup's expertise also extends to the study of concepts such as democracy, liberalism, capitalism, and theories of exception and rebellion. He actively engages with subjects like the political concept itself, ethics, race, gender, and the relationship between knowledge and modernity. In addition to his academic pursuits, Thorup teaches courses related to political philosophy and the history of ideas, offering guidance in these expansive fields. His contributions to academia are reflected in extensive research outputs and collaborations, positioning him as a significant figure in the study of political thought today.
Aarhus University • Aarhus, Denmark
Teaching and researching in political ideas and history.
Department of Computer Science offers tracks in Software Efficiency, Cryptography, and Data Science.