Dr. Paula Meth

Professor

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Biography

Paula Meth is a Professor in Urban Studies at the University of Glasgow, focusing on Southern Urbanism and the everyday lives in the global South. She has a background in Human Geography and urban planning, having worked across various disciplines to investigate urban research topics. Since joining the Urban Studies faculty in early 2024, Paula has been involved in several impactful research projects, including co-investigating the TRUCIT project on urban citizenship and leading studies on the intersection of youth, housing, and social dynamics in regions like Ethiopia and South Africa. She has published numerous articles in esteemed journals and has co-authored significant works addressing housing informalities and development practices. Her commitment to public engagement in research is evident through her curated exhibitions and collaborative media outputs. Paula actively supervises doctoral candidates on topics like urban change and social inequalities, demonstrating her dedication to mentoring the next generation of scholars.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

University of Glasgow • Glasgow, Scotland

Teaches courses on urban policy and supervises doctoral projects.

Courses

Social & Public Policy 2B: Policy, Politics Power Housing Policy Welfare Housing Inequality & Society