Our research

From global anti-corruption and populism to climate change, urbanisation and knowledge production, the interdiscipinary research stemming from the Global Institutes is at the forefront of some of the most pressing issues facing the world today.

Our global perspective ensures we bring a diverse approach to our research questions. This is reflected in our cross-cutting thematic research groups, which bring together members from across the five institutes, including academic staff, early career researchers and PhD students, as well as faculty members from across King’s.

Our research groups

Urbanisation, Rural Development and Social Transformations research group

We aim to bring together those working on urbanisation, rural development and social transformations…

Knowledge Production in Lusophone and Francophone Countries research group

In line with the ALC's research agenda on knowledge production in peace and security in Africa, this…

Global (Anti) Corruption Studies research group

We promote research and knowledge dissemination on corruption and anticorruption in the Global South…

Cities, Climate and Capital in the Greater Indian Ocean World research group

We research and study cities under climate crisis within the 'Indian Ocean World'.

Authoritarianism and Populism research group

We are dedicated to increasing our understanding of the rise of populism and the deepening of…