Bronner, Gérald

Gérald Bronner (born 22 May 1969) is a French social scientist and author. Bronner is a professor of sociology at Sorbonne University and is a member of the Institut Universitaire de France (University Institute of France). He is one of the main proponents of cognitive sociology in France and is known for his work on collective beliefs as well as for his involvement in jihadist radicalization prevention programs with the French government. More generally, his research has focused on the key success factors of a belief in social contexts.