Many of our academics have professional and academic experience in the subjects they teach, and others are involved in public engagement projects, offering students a dual insight into their subjects.
Dr Sarah Wolff is a Reader in European Politics and International Relations and Director of the Centre for European Research. Dr Wolff is leading the research on the future of UK-EU relations. The project explores this fascinating subject area via policy briefs, and regular public and digital events which centre on themes such as populism, migration, and democracy.
Prior to joining Queen Mary, Dr Wolff’s experience on EU politics and foreign policy was gained in various public, think tanks and higher education institutions.
Dr Christopher Phillips is a Reader in International Relations and currently teaches on the 'International Relations of the Middle East' module. His research focuses on identity and power in the politics and international relations of the Arab Middle East. His book ‘The Battle for Syria: International Rivalry in the New Middle East', accounts for the different international and regional actors whose roles have shaped the current conflict in Syria. He also co-curated an exhibition for the Imperial War Museum which helped to break down the complexity of the Syrian civil war (and beyond the way that it is presented in the media) through inviting the public to view everyday objects which provide a commentary on the political climate.
Dr Patrick Diamond held a number of senior posts in British central government between 2000 and 2010, and was formally Head of Policy Planning in 10 Downing Street. His forthcoming book 'The British Labour Party in Opposition and Power 1979-2019: Forward March Halted?' explores the history of the Labour party from 1979 when opposition leader Margaret Thatcher triggered a vote of no confidence in the Callaghan governement until its ideological response to the crash of 2009 and thereafter.