Gaëtan Cliquennois – Best Paper Award

The Best Paper Award recognizes significant scholarly contributions that demonstrate academic relevance, intellectual depth, and meaningful engagement with contemporary research questions. Gaëtan Cliquennois, affiliated with the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), France, is associated with the featured 2026 publication titled Total constitutionalism in different contexts under scrutiny: Introduction to the Special Section. Co-authored with Cristina Parau, the article examines the expanding influence of constitutional principles across different institutional and political contexts. Published in the European Constitutional Law Review, the work contributes to discussions concerning constitutional governance, judicial authority, and democratic institutions.
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Abstract

The article Total constitutionalism in different contexts under scrutiny: Introduction to the Special Section examines the increasing influence of constitutional principles across contemporary political, legal, and institutional environments. Co-authored by Gaëtan Cliquennois and Cristina Parau, the publication explores the factors contributing to the expansion of constitutionalism, including judicial activism, economic globalisation, civil society demands, and institutional interests.[1]

Keywords

European Legal Institutions, Civil Society, Economic Globalisation, Constitutional Conventions, Judicial Authority, Legislative Authority, Constitutional Theory [3]

Introduction

Constitutionalism is a central concept in the study of legal and political institutions, defining the principles through which public authority is organised and constrained. Contemporary developments in Europe have expanded the influence of constitutional reasoning into different areas of governance and policymaking. These changes raise questions about the relationship between judicial institutions, legislative decision-making, and democratic accountability.[1]

Research Profile

Gaëtan Cliquennois is affiliated with the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), France. His featured scholarly contribution addresses contemporary developments in constitutional law and European legal institutions. His collaborative publication with Cristina Parau examines the expanding scope of constitutional principles and the relationship between judicial authority and democratic governance. [2]

Scientific Background

The concept of total constitutionalism concerns the expanding influence of constitutional principles beyond traditional institutional and legal boundaries. Constitutional frameworks historically focused on government organisation, separation of powers, and the protection of fundamental rights. .[1]

Methodology

The publication adopts a conceptual and analytical approach to introduce the subject of total constitutionalism. Rather than reporting an independent experimental investigation, it establishes a theoretical framework for examining the expansion of constitutional principles across different contexts.[1]

Key Findings

The article highlights the growing influence of constitutional principles across different institutional and political environments. It identifies judicial activism, economic globalisation, civil society demands, and elite interests as factors associated with this development. The discussion also raises questions concerning the relationship between judicial authority and legislative decision-making. [1]

Research Contributions

The publication contributes to contemporary constitutional scholarship by presenting a structured discussion of total constitutionalism in different contexts. Its interdisciplinary perspective connects constitutional law with political institutions, judicial practices, economic globalisation, and democratic governance.[3]

Publications

The featured publication is titled Total constitutionalism in different contexts under scrutiny: Introduction to the Special Section. It was co-authored by Gaëtan Cliquennois and Cristina Parau and published in the European Constitutional Law Review in 2026. The article is identified by  and forms part of Volume 22, Issue 3, pages 359–375, according to the journal publication record. [3]

Research Impact

The research addresses issues relevant to constitutional law, European legal institutions, political science, and democratic governance. Its discussion of total constitutionalism provides a basis for examining the changing influence of constitutional principles in contemporary societies. According to the supplied Scopus information, Gaëtan Cliquennois has 35 indexed documents, 256 citations, and an h-index of 11. [2]

Award Suitability

The publication provides a relevant scholarly contribution for consideration under the Best Paper Award category of the International Research Awards. Its academic relevance is reflected in its examination of contemporary constitutional theory, institutional relationships, and democratic governance. [1]

Conclusion

Gaëtan Cliquennois’s featured publication provides an academic examination of the expanding role of constitutional principles in contemporary political and legal environments. Through its discussion of total constitutionalism, the article addresses the interaction between judicial institutions, legislative authority, civil society, and democratic governance. Its publication in the European Constitutional Law Review establishes a traceable scholarly contribution to constitutional research. [1]

External Links

• Scopus Author Profile
• French National Centre for Scientific Research
• International Research Awards Website

References

1. 1. Cliquennois, G., & Parau, C. (2026). Total constitutionalism in different contexts under scrutiny: Introduction to the Special Section. European Constitutional Law Review, 22(3), 359–375.DOI:
      https://doi.org/10.1017/S1574019626101102
   2. Elsevier. (n.d.). Gaëtan Cliquennois – Scopus Author Profile. Scopus Author ID: 17433571000.
      https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=17433571000
   3. International Research Awards. (n.d.). Official website and award information.
      https://researchawards.net/