About The EASSH Lens

The EASSH Lens is a blog space dedicated to learning and research in the social sciences and humanities (SSH) as a resource for Europe and the world. The blog aims to engage with policymakers and research funders in support of the SSH, as well as media, societal actors and the public.  

The blog covers trends in SSH research, policy for, and through, SSH aiming to encourage exchange of views. We wish to cover challenges and opportunities for researchers and their institutions, as well as illustrate the value of SSH research for issues of broad public and policy interest. This is essential in a world where research funding is associated with societal goals and scholarly work is increasingly used as evidence for policy choices.

We want the blog to be a place of scholarly discussion that makes the case for analysis and active engagement with the important issues of our times. Original pieces can present new findings and important research directions, programmes and projects. Reviews and new interpretations of existing work are also welcome, as are articles that may have been published elsewhere but could make important contributions to the aims of EASSH. 

If you have an idea for a blog post, please get in touch with nikos.kastrinos@eassh.eu with a brief outline.