Murad Hasanov is a PhD candidate in International Relations at Istanbul University (since 2025). He holds a BA from Corvinus University of Budapest (2016-2019) and an MA from Central European University (2019-2023).

He has an academic background in political theory and international relations, with a strong focus on European studies. His education across Hungary and Central Europe has provided him with a comparative and interdisciplinary perspective on political systems, governance and transnational processes. He has engaged in academic research and coursework in critical theory, European integration and global politics.

• PhD candidate in International Relations, Istanbul University (since 2025);
• MA, Central European University (2019-2023);
• BA, Corvinus University of Budapest (2016-2019)

Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship (2016-2019)

His research focuses on social theory, particularly the Frankfurt School, the European Union and international relations. His work explores critical approaches to power, ideology and governance, with an emphasis on contemporary European political dynamics and integration processes.