Dr. Ernesto Ganuza, CSIC, Spain
Dr. Ernesto Ganuza is a renowned Spanish sociologist and a Scientific Researcher at the CSIC, specializing in political sociology and participatory democracy. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from the Complutense University of Madrid (2005), he has authored numerous influential publications, including works on democratic innovations and participatory budgeting. He has led various EU-funded research projects and contributed to debates on citizen participation in political processes. Dr. Ganuza has served as an editor and director in several academic journals and research institutes. His academic excellence is reflected in a strong H-index of 27. ššš¬
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Research Excellence
Dr. Ganuza has an impressive academic trajectory, with significant contributions to the fields of sociology and political science, particularly in the area of participatory democracy. His research focuses on understanding citizens’ participation in democratic processes and the tensions within these systems. With three research accreditations (sexenios), an H-index of 27, and over 3,200 citations, his work clearly demonstrates high impact and influence in his field. His ongoing projects, such as “The rise of citizens’ voices for a Greener Europe,” funded by the EU, further attest to his continued relevance in contemporary sociopolitical issues.
Academic Mentorship and Training
Dr. Ganuza has played a significant role in mentoring the next generation of researchers. He has directed several successful doctoral theses, many of which have earned the highest distinctions (Cum Laude). His commitment to academic development is evident through his active involvement in doctoral programs and practical training at the CSIC and other institutions.
Research Focus
Dr. Ernesto Ganuza’s research primarily focuses onĀ participatory democracy,Ā participatory budgeting, andĀ deliberative processes. His work critically examines how democratic participation can be more inclusive and transformative, exploring the paradoxes and tensions within participation systems. Dr. Ganuza’s studies address theĀ rhetoric of participation,Ā public deliberation, and theĀ power dynamicsĀ in participatory governance. He has also researched the global spread of participatory budgeting as a tool for democratizing local decision-making. His work includesĀ popular democracy,Ā citizen engagement, andĀ public policy. Key themes includeĀ democracy in action,Ā social mobilization, andĀ neoliberalism’s impactĀ on participatory practices. š³ļøššš£ļø
Conclusion
Dr. Ernesto Ganuzaās significant contributions to political sociology, his leadership in research projects, and his commitment to academic excellence make him a deserving candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His extensive publication record, leadership in training new researchers, and continuous involvement in impactful research projects further solidify his eligibility for this prestigious recognition.
Publication Top Notes Ā
- Participatory budgeting as if emancipation mattered (G Baiocchi, E Ganuza), Politics & Society 42(1), 29-50, Cited by 485, 2014 š³ļøš
- Popular democracy: The paradox of participation (G Baiocchi, E Ganuza), Stanford University Press, Cited by 419, 2017 šš¤
- The Power of Ambiguity: How Participatory Budgeting Travels the Globe (E Ganuza, G Baiocchi), Journal of Public Deliberation 8, 30-2012, Cited by 388, 2012 šš¬
- The deliberative turn in participation: the problem of inclusion and deliberative opportunities in participatory budgeting (E Ganuza, F FrancĆ©s), European Political Science Review, Cited by 135, 2012 š£ļøš
- El cĆrculo virtuoso de la democracia: los presupuestos participativos a debate (E Ganuza, F FrancĆ©s), CIS, Cited by 120, 2012 šš
- Democracia participativa y modernizaciĆ³n de los servicios pĆŗblicos (E Ganuza, Y Sintomer), La DĆ©couverte, Cited by 112, 2011 šļøš
- La democracia en acciĆ³n. Una visiĆ³n desde las metodologĆas participativas (E Ganuza, L Olivari, P PaƱo, L Buitrago, C Lorenzana), AntiĢgona Procesos Participativos, Cited by 104, 2010 šš
- Democracia y presupuestos participativos (E Ganuza), Icaria Editorial, Cited by 96, 2003 šš³ļø
- ĀæA quĆ© llamamos participar en democracia? Diferencias y similitudes en las formas de participaciĆ³n (F Ganuza, E y Frances), Revista Internacional de SociologĆa 49, 89-113, Cited by 90, 2008 š£ļøš¤
- We donāt want to be officially certified! Reasons and implications of the participatory guarantee systems (M CuĆ©llar-Padilla, E Ganuza-Fernandez), Sustainability 10(4), 1142, Cited by 89, 2018 š±š¬