Dr Asli Ceren Cinar, a political scientist, is featured in the School of Social Sciences and Philsophy's bi-monthly Spotlight Series for her innovative research into nonverbal communication in politics. Her work focuses on how subtle cues—such as body language and facial expressions—shape political behaviour and influence candidate–voter interactions. By examining these often-overlooked signals, Asli’s research offers valuable insights into how political messages are conveyed and received beyond words alone.