Biography of Greg Philo

Greg Philo is Professor of Communications and Social Change and Research Director of the Glasgow Media Unit.

Professor Philo has led the Media Unit in pioneering research methods focused on the use of language in news and other media formats. The influence of his work has extended well beyond the normal boundaries of media/communications studies. It is used extensively across the social sciences and by researchers in areas such as risk analysis, mental health and other areas of social policy. Visit his staff page.

Summary

Greg Philo
Sociologist
University Link: Alumnus, Professor
GU Degree:
Occupation categories: sociologists
Record last updated: 10th Sep 2015

University Connections

University Roles

• Alumnus
• Professor

Academic Posts

Professorships:

• Personal Professorships

World Changing Achievements

Greg Philo is listed on the University of Glasgow World Changing website.

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Images

Greg Philo

Greg Philo with Chinese students, 2008