John B. Thompson is an Emeritus Professor of Sociology at the University of Cambridge and Fellow of Jesus College, Cambridge. Internationally recognized for his research, Thompson is a leading global theorist in the study of media influence on modern societies and the digital revolution in the publishing industry.
Throughout his distinguished academic career, John B. Thompson has held Visiting Professorships at prestigious universities in the United States, Canada, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, China, and South Africa. He has authored seminal works such as “Books in the Digital Age”, “Merchants of Culture”, and “Book Wars”, which explore the transformation of the publishing industry in the digital era. He is also the author of “Political Scandal”, a groundbreaking study on power and visibility in the media age, which won the European Amalfi Prize for Sociology and Social Sciences in 2001.
Thompson has received major research grants, including from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and the Economic and Social Research Council, to study critical topics such as concentration and innovation in the publishing industry. In 2016, he was elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS), and in 2018, Fellow of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts (EASA).
John B. Thompson’s conferences are insightful, rigorous, and highly relevant. They address topics such as the digital revolution, concentration in the publishing industry, and the impact of media on modernity. Thompson combines academic depth with practical examples, offering unique perspectives on how digital technologies are transforming communication, visibility, and social interaction.
A detailed analysis of how technology is reshaping book publishing, from digital formats to new market dynamics.
An exploration of how political scandals are shaped by media and their transformative impact on global politics.
A discussion on how media and digitalization have redefined notions of space, time, and social interaction.
If you’re looking for a conference that combines academic rigor with contemporary relevance on topics such as the digital revolution, media, and the publishing industry, you can book John B. Thompson through Thinking Heads. As one of the most influential figures in the sociology of media, John offers profound and informed perspectives that will enrich any academic or professional event. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.
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