Two University of Glasgow social science academics have been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences.

Professor Sara Carter OBE and Professor Mhairi Mackenzie join an outstanding community of leading international social sciences and humanities researchers.

Spanning a range of research areas including urban governance and public policy, health technology assessment, hunger and food insecurity, migration and forced displacement, and international law, the 45 newly elected Fellows highlight the importance, breadth and relevance of the social sciences to understanding and tackling the varied challenges facing society today.

As well as excellence in research and professional use of social science, the Fellows have also made significant contributions beyond the academy, including to industry, policy and higher education. 

Professor Sara Carter, Head of the College of Social Sciences, said: “The Academy of Social Sciences champions the vital role of social sciences in understanding people, society and the economy in today’s world. It is an honour to be elected Fellow of this prestigious body of social science researchers, teachers and practitioner.”

Mhairi Mackenzie, Professor of Social Policy and Inequalities, said: “The Academy of Social Sciences, especially through its Campaign for Social Science, shines an important light on how social scientists and their work make a tangible difference to policy and wider society. I am delighted to have been nominated and elected a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and thank my nominators and the Academy for recognising my contribution.”

Will Hutton FAcSS, President of the Academy, said: “It’s a pleasure to welcome these 45 leading social scientists to the Academy’s Fellowship. Their substantial contributions to social science and wider society have furthered our understanding of the social and environmental factors related to population health, changing cultures of inequality, children and young people’s experiences of gaming and gambling, the importance of diversity and inclusion in organisations, and how businesses can contribute to the sustainable development goals, amongst many others. We look forward to working with them to further promote the important role the social sciences play in our daily lives.” 

First published: 10 September 2024

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