Professor Chris Murray
Professor in English Literature
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Biography
Professor Christopher Murray is Chair of Comics Studies and Associate Dean for Knowledge Exchange and Partnerships at the School of Humanities, University of Dundee. He is Director of the Scottish Centre for Comics Studies and Dundee Comics Creative Space.
Murray co-edits Studies in Comics, a peer-reviewed academic journal and is co-organiser of the International Graphic Novel and Comics Conference. He researches British Comics, superhero comics, horror comics, and is particularly interested in the work of writers Grant Morrison and Alan Moore.
Murray also works on Public Information Comics, and has authored several comics for research projects and public engagement purposes.
Teaching
Comics Studies
Film Studies
English
Media availability
I am available for media commentary on my research.
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Areas of expertise
- Comics and graphic novels
- Literature
Second supervisor
Awards
| Award | Year |
|---|---|
| Engagement Project of the Year | 2021 |
| Commendation for Engagement Project of the Year | 2020 |
Stories
News
A comic produced by the School of Dentistry and Scottish Centre for Comics Studies (SCCS) is designed to start conversations about microaggressions.
Press release
When Dr Calum Laird crosses the Caird Hall stage to officially receive his PhD, it will mark an incredible eighth qualification for his family from the University of Dundee and its predecessors.
Impact case study
Research into comics has led to new partnerships and publications tackling issues of public interest.