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Organisation profile
Organisation profile
Our world-leading research enhances the criminal justice system, creating a safer society for all. Our experts are at the forefront of combating terrorism, homicide, cybercrime, and transnational organised crime, improving global security.
Research themes
- Criminology
- Policing
- International Security
Supplementing these themes are two research centres, the Centre for Criminology and the International Centre for Policing and Security. Each centre is led by individuals recognised globally for their expertise and research excellence.
Our expertise in research and innovation helps to move society towards a more positive system of social and criminal justice, while also contributing to the fight against terrorism, political violence, cybercrime and transnational organised crime.
Postgraduate Research
We welcome applications for postgraduate research in one of our areas of expertise.
Work with us
We’re passionate about working with partners to address real-world challenges. Our experts work with organisations of all sizes, and from all sectors, to develop new ideas, products and services that solve a specific problem. We help policy makers gather evidence to understand the needs and experiences of a sector or industry to better inform solutions.
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Profiles
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Cheryl Allsop
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Education - Senior Lecturer in Criminology
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Education, Criminology, Policing and Security Research and Innovation Group
Person: Academic
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Paolo Baffero
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Education - Hourly Paid Research Assistant
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Education, Criminology, Policing and Security Research and Innovation Group
Person: Academic
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Qualitative study of drug use in prison and on release
Holloway, K., Gray, D. B., Lines , D. R., Perret, S., Thomas , E., Vigar, M. & Lovell, R.
1/10/24 → 30/09/26
Project: Research
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Reducing drug-related harm in those who have used substances whilst in prison: a qualitative study
1/10/24 → 30/09/26
Project: Research
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Co-Creating Spaces of Change (COSC)
Brookman, F., Underwood-Lee, E., Kier-Byfield, S., Wallace, S. & Tutsell-Buse, S.
1/01/24 → …
Project: Research
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Accelerating the Uptake of Advanced AI and Digital Technologies for Health and Safety: Management for Sustainability (SDG 3) in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Chandra, S., Singh, B., Kaunert, C., Wongmahesak, K. & Agarwal, N., 18 Jul 2025, Unlocking Growth and Sustainability for Small and Medium Enterprises With AI. Mehra, P., Abioye, O. & Kumar, P. (eds.). IGI Global, p. 21-42 22 p. (Advances in Computational Intelligence and Robotics).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Advancing a geopolitical Europe: the new EU leadership and the Iranian conundrum
Naeni, A. & Kaunert, C., 3 Mar 2025, In: International Affairs. 101, 2, p. 665-675 11 p., iiae284.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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AI-Driven Solutions for Virtual Tourism: Balancing Visitor Experience and Ecosystem Conservation
Singh, B., Kaunert, C. & Lal, S., 10 Jan 2025, Integrating Architecture and Design Into Sustainable Tourism Development. Hosseini, F. & Bhartiya, S. (eds.). IGI Global, p. 21-40 20 p. (Advances in Hospitality, Tourism, and the Services Industry).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Activities
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External examiner role for postgraduate and undergraduate Criminology degrees at Bangor University
Harriet Pierpoint (Examiner)
Sept 2025 → …Activity: Examination
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Policing and Society: An International Journal of Research and Policy (Journal)
Helen Jones (Peer reviewer)
30 Jul 2025Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication peer-review
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7th International Conference for Missing Children and Adults
Cheryl Allsop (Speaker) & Helen Jones (Speaker)
2 Jul 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
Press/Media
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BSC Criminologist Corner(ed) Interview with Professor Harriet Pierpoint
1/12/23
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Other
Student theses
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A Case Study Analysis of How Public Order Policing is Interpreted and Practised in South Wales
Author: Harrison, M., 2020Supervisor: Brookman, F. (Supervisor), Maguire, M. (Supervisor) & Rogers, C. (Supervisor)
Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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A qualitative analysis of indigenous justice and legal pluralism in Bolivia
Author: Baffero, P., 2022Supervisor: Williams, K. (Supervisor) & Wardak, A. (Supervisor)
Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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Between Revolution and State Evolution: The Palestinian National Movement, Hybrid Warfare, and the West
Author: Diker, D., 2024Supervisor: Kaunert, C. (Supervisor), Lopes De Deus Pereira, J. (Supervisor) & Leonard, S. (Supervisor)
Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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