American Society of Criminology's Division of Historical Criminology 2026 Early Career Award

Many congratulations to Dr Johann Koehler who has been awarded the American Society of Criminology's Division of Historical Criminology 2026 Early Career Award. The judges said:

'Since completing your doctorate, you have established yourself as one of the leading emerging scholars in historical criminology. Your research has consistently demonstrated an exceptional ability to combine meticulous evidence-based scholarship with sophisticated theoretical analysis, producing work that has substantially advanced our understanding of crime, punishment, policing, and social control in historical context. Your work reflects the interdisciplinary spirit that characterizes historical criminology, drawing together history, criminology, sociology, and legal scholarship in innovative and impactful ways. Moreover, your research has demonstrated that historical perspectives remain indispensable for understanding both the origins and development of contemporary criminal justice institutions and practices.'