I am an Associate Professor of Political Science at MacEwan University, specializing in populism, democratic resilience, and public attitudes toward political institutions. As a former Jean Monnet Chair, I have led international research projects funded by the European Union and produced scholarship that examines how citizens engage with populist narratives across different political systems. My work combines a strong background in quantitative and qualitative methods, and I have published in leading academic journals. I have also served as a country expert for the European Commission, Bertelsmann Foundation and Freedom House.