Inauguration lecture: Professor Jakob Demant

Professor Jakob Demant was appointed as professor at the Department of Sociology on the 1st of November 2024 and is therefore giving his inaugural lecture which will be followed up by a reception.

Title:

From Online Hate to Cybercrime – A Microsociological Approach to Emerging Social Problems

Abstract: 

Crime and deviance have long been central themes in sociology. In this inaugural lecture, Professor Jakob Demant will explore how technological advancements are reshaping these phenomena, leading to the emergence of new forms of online hate and cybercrime.

A shift in online social behavior, particularly among young people, has fostered the creation of a distinct 

ecosystem where groups and individuals engage in partially hidden behaviors within otherwise open and public online spaces. Drawing on his research, Professor Demant will discuss how a microsociological perspective can enhance our understanding of online deviance and its social dynamics.

This approach offers critical insights into the limitations of existing theories while also highlighting pathways for developing effective and ethical responses to these pressing challenges.

Program:

13:00 - 14:00 Inaugural lecture (Location is pending)

14:00 - 16:00 Reception (Location is pending)