Abi O'Connor

(she/her)

Abi is an urban sociologist whose research explores the political economy of land and housing, focusing on the role of the local state in financialisation and the relationship of this to processes of stigmatisation. More broadly her work explores regional inequality in the UK, local politics, governance and economics. She holds a PhD in Sociology and Social Policy from the University of Liverpool.

Experience

  • 2023–present
    Fellow , University of Liverpool
  • 2018–2023
    PhD Researcher, University of Liverpool

Grants and Contracts

  • 2018
    +3 Studentship
    Role:
    PhD researcher
    Funding Source:
    Economic and Social Research Council

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