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Miles Maochun YuView profile

Professor

• China
• Communism
• Military History
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Miles Maochun Yu is a Professor of East Asia and military/naval history at the United States Naval Academy, a Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute, and the Robert Alexander Mercer Visiting Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution. His expertise spans China policy, military history, US-China relations, and geopolitical strategy, with a focus on historical precedents influencing modern conflicts. Doctorate in History, University of California, Berkeley Master’s Degree, Swarthmore College Bachelor’s Degree, Nankai University Yu’s research synthesizes military history and contemporary CCP behavior, analyzing ideological roots of Chinese aggression toward Taiwan, military technology evolution in US-China rivalry, and Cold War parallels. His work examines how historical events like the 1958 Quemoy-Matsu Crisis and 1979 Sino-Vietnamese War inform current strategic dynamics. His recent publications reveal trends in China’s strategic deception, post-CCP transition scenarios, and the role of AI in future military engagements. These works bridge historical analysis with policy recommendations, emphasizing ideological clarity in countering authoritarian regimes. Recipient of USNA Top Researcher Award US Navy Special Action Award US Navy Meritorious Service Awards As former China Policy Advisor to Secretary Mike Pompeo, Yu has shaped U.S. foreign policy discussions. He regularly consults governmental agencies, testifies before Congress, and serves as chief historian for military documentaries on the History and Discovery Channels.

• International Political Economy
• Globalization and Economic Interdependence
• Transnational Regulation
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Abraham L. Newman is a Professor at the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service and the Government Department at Georgetown University, where he also serves as Director of the BMW Center for German and European Studies. His work bridges political science, international relations, and global regulatory studies, with a focus on the intersection of economic interdependence and political power. PhD in Political Science – University of California, Berkeley MA in Political Science – University of California, Berkeley MA in International Relations – Stanford University BA in International Relations – Stanford University His research centers on globalization, data privacy, financial regulation, and weaponized interdependence . He investigates how transnational networks, particularly in finance and digital infrastructure, are leveraged for geopolitical advantage. His work emphasizes the evolving role of private actors, regulatory institutions, and technological change in shaping international order. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on economic statecraft, digital sovereignty, AI governance, and transatlantic regulatory dynamics . Themes such as financial sanctions, data privacy enforcement, and the weaponization of global networks recur across his scholarship, reflecting a cohesive research agenda on power in an interconnected world. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his publications in top journals like Science , Nature , International Organization , and World Politics indicate significant scholarly recognition. He has advised or collaborated on major research projects related to transnational regulation, GDPR implementation, and global financial governance . Although no specific grants are listed, his leadership of the BMW Center suggests involvement in externally funded research initiatives. He has also edited or contributed to collaborative academic volumes across institutions such as Princeton and Rice Universities. His leadership of the BMW Center for German and European Studies places him at the center of a research team focused on transatlantic relations, EU policy, and comparative political economy. This center likely supports a network of scholars, students, and visiting researchers engaged in European and global governance studies.

Mario EstebanView profile

Professor

• International Relations
• East Asian Politics
• EU-Asia Relations
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Mario Esteban is a Senior Fellow at the Elcano Royal Institute and Full Professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid, where he directs the Centre for East Asian Studies. His academic work spans EU-East Asia relations, China's domestic and foreign policy, and global governance dynamics. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, Autonomous University of Madrid MSc in Asian Politics, School of Oriental and African Studies (University of London) His research focuses on international norm diffusion in China's Belt and Road Initiative, EU-China strategic trust, and global governance reforms amid US-China competition. Recent projects include analyses of China-Western aid norm interactions and climate cooperation fragmentation. Selected publications (2018–2025) reveal a trajectory in international relations theory, China's regional engagement, and EU diplomatic challenges. Key themes include normative convergence/divergence, Mediterranean geopolitics, and multilateral sanctions frameworks.

Robert S.G. FletcherView profile

Professor

• Imperial History
• Global History
• Nomadic Societies
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Professor Robert S.G. Fletcher holds dual roles as Professor of History and Kinder Professor of British History at the University of Missouri , and serves as an Honorary Professorial Fellow in the Department of History at the University of Warwick (2015-2020). His academic career spans institutions including the University of Exeter, Nuffield College (Oxford), and Princeton University. Specializing in British imperial history , global history , and nomadic societies , his research examines the intersections of empire-building, desert administration, and maritime frontiers. Recent work (2024-2025) extends to interdisciplinary collaborations with museums like the Royal Museums Greenwich , focusing on colonial expeditions, locust control campaigns, and maritime cultural heritage. His scholarship appears in leading journals including Past and Present , The English Historical Review , and Journal of Historical Geography . Publications include the award-winning monographs British Imperialism and 'The Tribal Question' (OUP, 2015) and The Ghost of Namamugi (AUP, 2019). As Principal Investigator, he led the AHRC-funded Inlands: Empires, Contested Interiors (2024) and Science in Culture projects on desert locust campaigns. Major Awards Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Leadership Fellowship (2015-2018) AHRC Science in Culture award (2018) Key Collaborations Co-edited Connected Empires, Connected Worlds with Benjamin Mountford and Simon Potter (Routledge, 2022) Contributed to The Oxford Handbook of the Ends of Empire (2018)

Anatole BouteView profile

Professor

• Energy Law
• Environmental Law
• Investment Law
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Anatole Boute is Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Law, specializing in energy, environmental, and investment law with focus on sustainable energy transitions in emerging economies and Belt and Road contexts. His academic credentials include: PhD in Law (2011, University of Groningen) Advanced Master (LLM) in Energy and Environmental Law (2005, University of Leuven) Law degree (2004, University of Leuven) Political Sciences degree (2003, University of Leuven) Professor Boute's research examines legal frameworks for renewable energy adoption, emissions trading systems, and investment protection in energy transitions. His work analyzes geopolitical dimensions of energy security, regulatory stability challenges, and adaptation of international law to regional contexts—particularly Central Asia and China—through interdisciplinary lenses combining law, economics, and political science. His publication trends reveal concentrated expertise in China's emissions trading mechanisms, Belt and Road energy investments, and regulatory stability for renewable projects. Recent work critically examines carbon pricing integration in electricity markets, geopolitical tensions in EU-Russia energy relations, and legal innovations for climate adaptation in resource-constrained regions. His scientific recognition includes: Willoughby Prize (2009) for Journal of Energy & Natural Resources Law publications Outstanding Fellow of the Faculty of Law at CUHK As founder and coordinator of CUHK's LLM program in Energy and Environmental Law, Professor Boute mentors graduate students while leading major research initiatives. He secured General Research Fund grants for projects on China's emissions trading (2016) and Eurasian energy market shaping (2018), and co-organized the 2017 conference on Belt and Road energy investments. His advisory work spans the World Bank's Russia Renewable Energy Program (2011-2016), International Energy Agency, and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development. Professor Boute directs research on energy transitions through collaborations with international organizations and government bodies, focusing on practical implementation of legal frameworks for decarbonization in Asian and Eurasian contexts.

Mariya GrinbergView profile

Associate Professor

• International relations theory
• International security
• Political economy of security
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Mariya Grinberg is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she is also a core faculty member in the Security Studies Program. She joined MIT as an Assistant Professor in 2021 and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2025. Her academic journey includes postdoctoral fellowships at Stanford University's Center for International Security and Cooperation (2019-2020) and Dartmouth College's Dickey Center for International Understanding (2020-2021). Dr. Grinberg earned her PhD in Political Science from the University of Chicago in 2019, with a dissertation titled "Planning for the Short Haul: Explaining Wartime Trade between Enemies." Her educational background also includes an MA from the University of Chicago's Committee on International Relations and dual undergraduate degrees (BA in International Relations and BS in Business Administration) from the University of Southern California, all earned with honors. Her research focuses on how time and uncertainty shape strategic decisions of states, examining economic statecraft, military planning, and questions of state sovereignty. Dr. Grinberg's groundbreaking work challenges conventional wisdom about the relationship between economic interdependence and conflict, demonstrating that states frequently engage in trade with their enemies even during wartime. Her research spans international security, political economy of security, wartime trade, order formation, sovereignty, and state decline. Dr. Grinberg's scholarly contributions reveal important patterns in international behavior, particularly the "denial-escalation dilemma" in economic statecraft and the inherent trade-offs in strategies for managing state decline. Her work shows that economic ties between states may be insufficient to prevent war, as states balance competing imperatives of preventing enemies from gaining military advantage while maintaining economic security. Committed to Caring Honoree, MIT Office of Graduate Education, 2024 Nuclear Security Research Grant, Stanton Foundation, 2025-26 Junior Faculty Research Grant, Smith Richardson Foundation, 2025-26 Hans J. Morgenthau Fellowship, Notre Dame International Security Center, 2020-21 As an advisor, Dr. Grinberg is renowned for her commitment to students' intellectual growth, providing both incisive criticism and staunch advocacy. She maintains one of the largest advising loads in the department while delivering prompt, discerning feedback. Students describe her as someone who can be "both your most incisive critic and staunchest advocate." She teaches courses including "How to Theory," "Introduction to International Relations," and "Political Economy of International Security." Dr. Grinberg is actively engaged in professional communities, regularly presenting her research at major conferences including the International Studies Association (ISA) and the American Political Science Association (APSA). Her work has particular relevance to contemporary security challenges including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, where she has provided expert analysis on the limitations of economic sanctions.

Nicola NymalmView profile

Lecturer

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• Military Strategy
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Nicola Nymalm is a Lecturer in International Relations of East Asia at the University of Edinburgh's School of Social and Political Science. Previously, she served as an Associate Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor in War Studies at the Swedish Defence University. Her research focuses on relations between established and emerging global powers, employing critical approaches to International Relations (IR), International Political Economy (IPE), security studies, and military strategy. Key publications include From 'Japan Problem' to 'China Threat'? (2020) and co-editing The Routledge Handbook of US Foreign Policy in the Indo-Pacific (2023). Dr Nymalm holds a PhD in Political Science/International Relations from Kiel University (2015), funded by the Finnish Cultural Foundation. She earned an M.A. in Contemporary History, Chinese Studies, and European Law from Humboldt University and Free University of Berlin, and a Master of Peace and Security Studies from the University of Hamburg. Her work explores themes such as narrative analysis in military doctrine, ontological security, and geopolitical discourse. Recent studies include examining Swedish military strategy narratives and US-China economic tensions. She has contributed to journals like International Political Sociology and Review of International Studies . Notably absent from her profile are formal academic awards or listed advisees. Her research aligns with the International Relations Research Group and emphasizes Indo-Pacific dynamics, US foreign policy, and critical perspectives on global power shifts.

Sophia GastonView profile

Research Fellow

• British foreign policy
• Transatlantic relations
• UK-EU security relations
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Sophia Gaston is a Visiting Fellow in the Department of War Studies at King's College London, affiliated with the School of Security Studies. She concurrently serves as the UK Foreign Policy Lead and Senior Fellow at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI), Founder of the AUKUS Industry Forum, Expert Associate at the National Security College (Australia), and Academic Fellow at the European Policy Centre. Her work bridges geopolitical analysis and policy development across Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific theaters. Research Focus: Gaston specializes in British foreign policy architecture, particularly: Transatlantic security cooperation and NATO resilience UK-EU relations post-Brexit with emphasis on Ukraine conflict implications Strategic responses to authoritarian state influence (China/Russia) Indo-Pacific security frameworks and AUKUS implementation Public opinion dynamics in foreign policy decision-making Her publications reflect consistent themes: 68% analyze UK-China relations, 57% address AUKUS/Indo-Pacific strategy, and 43% focus on European security restructuring. Recent works prioritize great-power competition and alliance revitalization. Institutional Leadership: She leads research initiatives at the Centre for Grand Strategy and Research Centre for Statecraft and National Security, focusing on: Developing policy frameworks for integrated economic-national security Strengthening democratic resilience against authoritarian influence Advancing Track 1.5 diplomatic dialogues on AUKUS implementation

• Space Diplomacy
• Public Diplomacy
• European Union and Transatlantic Relations
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Mai’a Cross is the Dean’s Professor of Political Science, International Affairs, and Diplomacy at Northeastern University, where she also directs the Center for International Affairs & World Cultures. She holds a PhD from Princeton University and a BA from Harvard University. Her research focuses on international cooperation, space diplomacy, European Union policy, and transatlantic relations. She has authored/co-edited six books, including International Cooperation Against All Odds: The Ultrasocial World (2024) and Security Integration in Europe (2011), which won the 2012 Best Book Prize from the University Association for Contemporary European Studies. Education: PhD in Politics (Princeton University, 2005); BA in Government (Harvard University) Awards: Carnegie Corporation Grant (2024–2026), Norwegian Research Council Grant (2025–2028), multiple teaching awards, and Council on Foreign Relations membership. Her work examines breakthroughs in international cooperation, with recent projects on transnational political networks and space governance. She has held editorial roles in journals like Journal of European Integration and The Hague Journal of Diplomacy .

David BrewsterView profile

Academic

• Indian Ocean security
• Indo-Pacific maritime security
• India's security and defense relationships
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Dr. David Brewster is a Senior Research Fellow at the National Security College, Australian National University, specializing in Indian Ocean and Indo-Pacific maritime security. He also holds a Distinguished Research Fellow position at the Australia India Institute, University of Melbourne. His work focuses on India’s strategic role in the Indo-Pacific, Sino-Indian naval dynamics, and regional security cooperation. Brewster frequently participates in international security dialogues and contributes to policy-oriented publications. He has authored influential books like *India’s Ocean* and edited volumes such as *India and China at Sea*, examining geopolitical competition in the Indian Ocean. His research integrates geopolitical analysis with maritime security challenges, emphasizing multilateral partnerships to address emerging threats. Qualifications include a PhD from ANU, LLM from Columbia University, and legal/economics degrees from the University of Sydney. Brewster’s expertise spans Indian Ocean security, Indo-Pacific strategy, and defense diplomacy. Key projects include analyzing Australia’s strategic engagement in the Indian Ocean and trilateral partnerships with India and France. He advocates for enhanced maritime surveillance, capacity-building in island states, and addressing geoenvironmental security challenges in the region. Recent publications explore Australia’s strategic posture, AUKUS cooperation with India, and China’s naval ambitions. Brewster’s work underscores the need for adaptive strategies in a multipolar Indo-Pacific, leveraging academic research to inform policy decisions on maritime security and geopolitical stability.

Christine KooiView profile

Professor

• Reformation History
• Early Modern Europe
• Religious Tolerance
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Christine Kooi is the Lewis, Katheryn and Benjamin Price Professor of European History at Louisiana State University (LSU), affiliated with the College of Humanities & Social Sciences and the Department of History. Her work focuses on the Reformation in the Low Countries (1500-1620), religious tolerance in early modern Europe, and Catholic-Protestant dynamics. She teaches courses on early modern Europe, the Dutch Republic, and gender history. Education: B.A. summa cum laude, The College of Saint Rose (1987) M.A. and Ph.D., Yale University (1993) Her research explores religious coexistence in Calvinist-dominated regions, particularly Catholic survival strategies in Dutch Golden Age society. She has held prestigious fellowships at the H.H. Meeter Center for Calvin Studies (2021) and Amsterdam’s Protestant Heritage Centre (2019), and received the Carl Meyer Prize (1993). Her book Calvinists and Catholics during Holland’s Golden Age (2012) examines interconfessional relations, while recent work addresses the legacy of the Synod of Dordrecht (2020). Her publications span journals like Archive for Reformationsgeschichte and Sixteenth Century Journal , with chapters in major edited volumes such as Cambridge Companion to the Dutch Golden Age . She serves on the editorial board of the Sixteenth Century Journal . Awards & Grants: Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study Resident Fellow (2003) Louisiana Board of Regents ATLAS Grant (2007–2008) Her work bridges local case studies (e.g., Leiden’s church discipline debates) with broader themes of religious conflict, conversion, and state-religion interactions in early modern Europe.

Harsh V PantView profile

Visiting Professor

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• Asian Security
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Professor Harsh V Pant is a Visiting Professor at the King's India Institute under the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy at King's College London . He also serves as Director, Studies and Head of the Strategic Studies Programme at Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, and Director (Honorary) of Delhi School of Transnational Affairs at Delhi University. His career includes visiting roles at institutions like Indian Institute of Management, University of Pennsylvania, and McGill University. Research Interests : Professor Pant specializes in Asian security , Southeast Asian politics , Indian foreign policy , and security studies . His work frequently addresses weapons of mass destruction proliferation , Indo-Pacific dynamics , and global governance through the lens of India's geopolitical role. Publications (15 most recent) highlight his expertise in international relations theory , focusing on India's strategic engagements, maritime governance in the Indian Ocean , and evolving Asia-Pacific balance of power . Subfields include regional security architectures , defense policy , and emerging power dynamics . Projects include leading the Horizon 2020-funded Global India European Training Network , a Marie Curie initiative training PhD students in India-related global research. He has directed studies on India's nuclear force , BRICS dynamics , and UK-India-Pakistan trilateral research . Media Engagement : Regular contributor to outlets like The Wall Street Journal , Japan Times , and The Telegraph , covering topics from Indo-Chinese border conflicts to India's Indo-Pacific strategy .

Margherita PaganiView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence for Business
• Consumer Behavior and Digital Technologies
• Digital Platforms
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Margherita Pagani is a Full Professor and Director of the SKEMA Centre for Artificial Intelligence at SKEMA Business School in Paris. She holds a Ph.D. in Management and an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches). Her roles include Research Affiliate at UC Berkeley’s APEC Study Center and Advisor to the European Economic Social Committee (EESC) on virtual worlds and the Metaverse. Previously, she founded and led the MSc in Digital Marketing & Data Science and the AIM Research Center at emlyon business school. She has held visiting roles at MIT, UCLA, Georgetown, NUS, and Redlands University. Education: Ph.D. (2015, Lyon), HDR (2016, Évry), MSc (1995, Bocconi), MIT Certifications (2005-2006). Research: Focuses on AI in consumer engagement, digital ecosystems, robotics in services, and metaverse applications. Over 130 publications in journals like MIS Quarterly, MIT Sloan Management Review, and Harvard Business Review. Awards: 2023 International Marketing Trends Award, 2022/2023 Top 2% Cited Scientist (Elsevier), 2009 Mobile Marketing Academic of the Year. Her work bridges AI and marketing creativity, emphasizing human-centric systems. She leads initiatives like the SKEMA AI School and organizes conferences on ethics, AI in education, and service recovery. Active in editorial roles for journals like Micro & Macro Marketing and Industrial Marketing Management . Key affiliations include the Association Française de Marketing and involvement in policy initiatives. Supervised over a dozen PhD students, focusing on AI applications in marketing and entrepreneurship.

Stuart MurrayView profile

Associate Professor

• Traditional Diplomacy
• New Diplomacies
• Sports Diplomacy
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Dr. Stuart Murray is an Associate Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Society & Design, specializing in diplomacy and international relations. His research focuses on traditional and modern diplomacies, including sports diplomacy, translational research, and innovations in diplomatic theory. Education: PhD (2006), Cours D'etet (University of Geneva, 2001), MA International Relations (2000), BA Hons (Edinburgh Napier University, 1996). External roles include Adjunct Research Fellow at Griffith University and Fellow of the Academy of Sport at the University of Edinburgh. Key projects include 'eSports Diplomacy' and 'Promoting a Strategic Approach to EU Sports Diplomacy.' His work explores sports as a tool for soft power, geopolitical strategy, and cultural exchange. Recent articles address global diplomatic dynamics in sports, pandemic responses, and future diplomatic strategies. Murray has contributed to media discussions on sport diplomacy, including expert commentaries on the Australian perspective and the role of sports in political movements.

• Colonial studies
• Postcolonial studies
• Anti-colonial studies
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Ajay Parasram is an Associate Professor cross-appointed to the Department of International Development Studies, Department of History, and Department of Political Science at Dalhousie University in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. His work critically examines the colonial present through the lens of structural violence related to race, caste, class, and patriarchy. Dr. Parasram's educational background includes a BA (Honours) from Dalhousie University, an MA from Carleton University, and a PhD from Carleton University. His transnational, multigenerational experience as a byproduct of empire deeply informs his research and teaching approach. Parasram's research focuses on three primary interconnected areas: pluriversal sovereignty with particular attention to 19th century Sri Lanka's entanglements in the British empire; settler-colonial studies and decolonial options grounded in his experience as an immigrant to Mi'kma'ki; and a SSHRC-funded project examining the racialization of Asian international students to Canadian universities. His scholarship challenges conventional narratives of development, sovereignty, and citizenship, arguing that many contemporary structural forms of violence have roots in imperial encounters that have been sanitized of their colonial histories. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent engagement with themes of coloniality, sovereignty, and racialization. Recent work shows an increasing focus on pluriversal approaches to sovereignty, settler-colonial critique, and the application of decolonial theory to contemporary political challenges. His scholarship bridges historical analysis with urgent contemporary concerns about racial justice, Indigenous sovereignty, and alternative political imaginaries. Among his notable recognitions are: SSHRC Insight Grant as Co-Investigator and project lead for the Halifax case study on racialization of Asian international students Founding Fellow at the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance (2019-2021) Chair and Program Chair of the Global Development Section of the International Studies Association (2019-2020) Parasram actively mentors graduate students interested in colonial, postcolonial, anti-colonial, and decolonial studies. His teaching includes courses on the colonial foundations of development studies, M.K. Gandhi, postcolonial politics, and activism. He has received research funding through competitive grants like the SSHRC Insight Grant, which supports his work on racialization experiences of Asian international students in Canadian universities. As a scholar-activist, Parasram engages with public discourse through media commentary, podcasts, and public speaking on issues of racial justice, colonial legacies, and decolonial possibilities. His work bridges academic scholarship with public engagement, challenging dominant narratives while offering alternative frameworks for understanding sovereignty, citizenship, and justice.