Hello! I’m Jack, a second‑year Sociology with Criminology student based in the UK. I am interested in researching how social structures, political ideas, and institutional practices shape political polarisation, political violence, and contemporary security policy.
Research Focus
My primary interests are political polarisation, terrorism studies, and the international political sociology of security. I aim to explore questions such as how everyday social practices and media environments amplify polarising narratives, how state and non‑state actors frame security threats, and how policy responses interact with social inequality. I aim to connect micro‑level social dynamics with macro‑level institutional change.
Methods & Skills
I use a mix of qualitative and quantitative approaches depending on the question: semi‑structured interviews, discourse and content analysis, literature synthesis, and basic statistical analysis.
Key skills: qualitative interviewing; thematic coding; academic writing; policy analysis; literature reviews; data presentation.
Experience & Approach
I have produced coursework and small research projects that emphasise ethical, participant‑centred methods and transparent reporting. I prioritise reproducibility, clear documentation, and careful anonymisation when working with sensitive material. I enjoy collaborative research and can contribute to project design, data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
Jack O' Lingo 