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• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Ultrafast Magnetism
• Orbitronics
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Peter Oppeneer is a Professor in the Materials Theory group within the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University, Sweden. His research program focuses on theoretical condensed matter physics with emphasis on ultrafast phenomena and magnetic materials. His research interests span femtosecond magnetism, ultrafast spin and orbital currents, out-of-equilibrium magnon and phonon dynamics, unconventional superconductivity, multipolar and hidden order parameters, and orbitronics. The group develops both analytical theories and numerical simulation codes, combining ab initio methods with model Hamiltonian approaches. Key research thrusts include ultrafast demagnetization mechanisms, spin-crossover materials, molecular spintronics, and topological quantum states in magnetic materials. Analysis of recent publications reveals strong focus on altermagnetism, terahertz spin dynamics, Dirac semimetals, and laser-induced phase transitions. The group's work bridges fundamental quantum theory with applications in next-generation spintronic devices and ultrafast magnetic switching technologies. Collaborative activities include work with experimental groups on ultrafast spectroscopy, X-ray magnetic circular dichroism, and terahertz emission studies. The group maintains active collaborations across Europe and internationally, particularly in the areas of femtosecond magnetism and topological materials. Research infrastructure includes development of specialized computational codes for Eliashberg theory, dynamical mean field theory, and ultrafast spin dynamics simulations. The group contributes to major international facilities including synchrotron and free-electron laser sources for time-resolved studies.

Alexander CooleyView profile

Professor

• International Relations
• Political Science
• Global Governance
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Alexander Cooley is the Claire Tow Professor of Political Science at Barnard College, Columbia University, and serves as Vice Provost for Research and Academic Centers. He previously directed Columbia’s Harriman Institute (2015–2021), a leading center for Russian, Eurasian, and Eastern European studies. His research focuses on external actors’ influence in post-Soviet states, kleptocracy, and the decline of American hegemony. Cooley has authored/co-authored eight books, including *Exit from Hegemony* (2020) and *Dictators Without Borders* (2017). He advises international bodies, testifies before Congress, and publishes in *Foreign Affairs*, *Foreign Policy*, and *New York Times*. Educated at Swarthmore College and Columbia University (MA, MPhil, PhD), his work spans global governance, international rankings, and authoritarian resilience. Grants from Open Society Foundations and Carnegie Corporation support his research. Education: BA (Swarthmore), MA/MPhil/PhD (Columbia) Leadership Roles: Harriman Institute Director, Barnard Vice Provost Research Themes: Eurasian geopolitics, authoritarianism, US-Russia military bases, global rankings His recent articles analyze Russia’s post-Soviet influence, America’s declining hegemony, and Central Asia’s adaptation to shifting global powers. Cooley’s work bridges academia and policy, addressing contemporary challenges like kleptocracy and multipolarity through rigorous scholarship and public engagement.

Yanan SongView profile

Associate Professor

• US Foreign Policy
• NATO Commitment
• US-China Relations
• +4 more

Dr Yanan Song serves as Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Global Politics at SOAS University of London, where she also holds the position of Co-Director of Distance Learning Programmes within the Department of Politics and International Studies. Prior to her current appointment, she was a Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Exeter. PhD in Politics, Durham University MSc in International Public Policy, University College London Dr Song's research centers on US foreign policy with particular emphasis on America's commitment to NATO in the post-Cold War era. Her work examines military operations in Kosovo, Afghanistan, Libya, and Ukraine through the lens of foreign policy analysis, with special attention to intra-administration bureaucratic politics. She is currently investigating US-China relations, focusing on how misperceptions and misinterpretations of each other's policies shape bilateral strategy, with specific interest in the reconfiguration of the relationship within the context of the One Belt One Road initiative. Analysis of Dr Song's publication record reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory examining US foreign policy commitments, NATO dynamics, and evolving US-China relations. Her recent work addresses contemporary challenges including the Ukraine crisis impact on transatlantic relations, trilateral dynamics in a multipolar world, and the reconfiguration of US-China relations in the post-pandemic era. Her scholarship consistently employs foreign policy analysis methodology to investigate how strategic misperceptions influence international relations and policy formulation. Dr Song actively supervises PhD students at SOAS and contributes to academic leadership through her role as Co-Director of Distance Learning Programmes. Her research appears to be supported by academic grants focused on international relations, US foreign policy, and China studies, though specific grant details are not publicly enumerated in her profile.

T.V. PaulView profile

Professor

• International Relations
• International Security
• India/Rising Powers
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T.V. Paul is a Distinguished James McGill Professor of International Relations at McGill University's Department of Political Science, part of the Faculty of Arts. He has held leadership roles including President of the International Studies Association (ISA, 2016-2017) and founded the Global Research Network on Peaceful Change (GRENPEC). His research focuses on international security, rising powers (especially India and China), nuclear proliferation, and IR theory. Paul has been honored with prestigious awards such as the Royal Society of Canada Fellowship (2018) and the ISA-Canada Distinguished Scholar Award (2024). Education: PhD in Political Science from UCLA (1991), MA from UCLA (1988), MPhil from Jawaharlal Nehru University (1984), and BA from Kerala University (1977). Research interests span international security dynamics, globalization impacts on state behavior, regional security in Asia, and nuclear non-proliferation. His work emphasizes peaceful change mechanisms and soft balancing strategies in global politics. Recent articles analyze deglobalization trends, China-India rivalry, and institutional adaptations to power shifts. Grants include SSHRC funding for studies on peaceful grand strategies and FRQSC support for international security research. He has organized major conferences on topics like 'Globalization and National Security' and 'Accommodating Rising Powers'. His advisory roles include directing GRENPEC and serving on editorial boards for Georgetown University Press' South Asia series. Labs/Teams: Leads GRENPEC, a global network analyzing peaceful change in world politics, and previously directed McGill/Université de Montréal's Center for International Peace and Security Studies (CIPSS).

Gëzim VisokaView profile

Associate Professor

• Peace and conflict studies
• Peacebuilding
• Critical theory
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Dr Gëzim Visoka serves as Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Dublin City University (DCU), where he also completed his PhD in Politics and International Relations. A prolific scholar, he has authored or co-edited 10 books, published 25 journal articles, and contributed 20 book chapters, establishing himself as a leading voice in critical peace studies and state recognition theory. Education: PhD in Politics and International Relations, Dublin City University Visoka's research interrogates the intersections of peacebuilding, state formation, and global governance, with particular emphasis on diplomatic recognition practices, the foreign policy of small states, and Kosovo's contested statehood. His critical approach challenges liberal peacebuilding paradigms while exploring emancipatory alternatives through concepts like 'normal peace' and 'peace multitudes,' grounded in extensive fieldwork across the Western Balkans. Analysis of his recent publications reveals three dominant trajectories: 1) Theoretical innovations in state recognition/derecognition dynamics, 2) Critical examinations of 'counter-peace' as systemic obstruction to conflict resolution, and 3) Investigations into micro-level normalization practices in post-conflict settings. His work consistently bridges high theory with empirical studies of Kosovo, demonstrating how everyday state-making practices intersect with international governance structures. Dr Visoka holds influential editorial positions including Associate Editor of Peacebuilding journal, editor of Routledge Studies in Statehood book series, co-editor of Rethinking Peace and Conflict Studies , and editor-in-chief of the Palgrave Encyclopaedia of Peace and Conflict Studies . Complementing his academic work, he maintains 15+ years of practical engagement with civil society organizations and policy institutions in post-conflict environments, providing critical insights into transitional justice implementation and peacebuilding effectiveness.

Vipin NarangView profile

Professor

• Nuclear Proliferation
• Nuclear Strategy
• International Security
• +3 more

Vipin Narang is the Frank Stanton Professor of Nuclear Security and Political Science at MIT's Security Studies Program. He served as Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy (2022–2024), awarded the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service. His research focuses on nuclear proliferation, strategy, and South Asian security. Narang holds a PhD from Harvard University (2010) and advanced degrees from Stanford and Oxford. He has authored seminal works like *Nuclear Strategy in the Modern Era* (2014) and *Seeking the Bomb* (2022). Education: PhD (Harvard), M.Phil (Oxford), MS/BS (Stanford). Fellowships: Harvard Olin Institute, Belfer Center, Stanford CISAC. Research interests include North Korea's nuclear program, deterrence theory, and geopolitical competition. Key achievements: 2020 ISSS Emerging Scholar Award (ISA), 2015 ISA Best Book Award. Advising focuses on defense policy and nuclear strategy. Active in policy circles, often commenting on India-China tensions, North Korea, and US defense strategy. Labs/Teams: MIT Security Studies Program, affiliated with Project on Managing the Atom (Harvard). Ongoing work explores multipolar deterrence, AI in command systems, and hypersonic weapons implications.

Mario EstebanView profile

Professor

• International Relations
• East Asian Politics
• EU-Asia Relations
• +3 more

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.

Hans-Martin JaegerView profile

Associate Professor

• Critical International Relations Theory
• Global Governance
• International Organizations
• +1 more

Hans-Martin Jaeger is an Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of Political Science at Carleton University. He holds a Diploma in Public Administration from the University of Konstanz, an MA from Rutgers, and a PhD from Columbia. His research explores international political theory and sociology, global governance, international organizations, and postfoundational political thought. Jaeger is currently working on a book project examining concepts of world order (nomos, governmentality, pluriversality) as responses to global crises. His publications critically analyze topics such as post-neoliberal governmentality, political ontology, and the depoliticization of global governance. Jaeger has taught as a visiting professor at the University of Lucerne and previously at the University of Central Florida.

Karen E. SmithView profile

Professor

• EU Foreign Policy
• Genocide Prevention
• UN Diplomacy
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Karen E. Smith is Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), specializing in EU foreign policy, genocide prevention, and UN multilateralism. She currently leads the Women in Diplomacy project at LSE IDEAS and served as Head of the IR Department (2019-2022). Recent research examines feminist foreign policy analysis, emotional dimensions of EU decision-making, and group politics in UN diplomacy. Her award-winning book Group Politics in UN Multilateralism (2020) won the ACUNS best book prize. She has supervised 21 PhD students to completion, with alumni in academia, international organizations, and government. Current teaching includes the graduate course 'The EU in the World'. Education: PhD (LSE), MA (Johns Hopkins SAIS). Key Awards: ACUNS Book Award (2020), Anna Lindh Award (2007), Royal Society of Arts Fellowship (2016) Grants: EU-funded network on EU-UN relations (2016-2019)

• National Security
• Nuclear Weapons
• Russia
• +5 more

Graham T. Allison, Jr. is the Douglas Dillon Professor of Government at Harvard Kennedy School, where he has taught for five decades. He previously served as the Founding Dean of Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government and as Director of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs until 2017. His career spans academia, government service, and international policy analysis, with significant contributions to national security studies and international relations. Dr. Allison's educational background includes: Davidson College Harvard College (B.A., magna cum laude, in History) Oxford University (B.A. and M.A., First Class Honors in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics) Harvard University (Ph.D. in Political Science) As a leading analyst of national security, Dr. Allison specializes in nuclear weapons policy, US-Russia relations, US-China relations, and decision-making processes in international crises. His research has profoundly influenced how scholars and policymakers understand great power competition and conflict prevention. He is particularly renowned for developing the concept of the "Thucydides Trap" to analyze the historical patterns when a rising power threatens to displace an established power. Dr. Allison's recent scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on contemporary geopolitical challenges, particularly US-China strategic competition, nuclear weapons policy, and conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. His publications bridge academic rigor with policy relevance, often providing historical context to current crises while offering concrete recommendations for policymakers. The breadth of his work spans traditional academic journal articles, policy briefs, and commentary in major media outlets, demonstrating his commitment to engaging both scholarly and public audiences. Dr. Allison has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to national security: Defense Department's highest civilian award, the Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service Distinguished Public Service Medal (awarded twice - first by Secretary Cap Weinberger and second by Secretary Bill Perry) Throughout his career, Dr. Allison has advised multiple presidential administrations, serving as Assistant Secretary of Defense in the Clinton Administration and Special Advisor to the Secretary of Defense under President Reagan. He has been a member of the Secretary of Defense's Advisory Board for every Secretary from Weinberger to Mattis. His work has been supported by significant sponsored projects including the "Russia Matters Web Portal" funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and programs to help students train for Russia-related jobs funded by the U.S. Russia Foundation. Dr. Allison has maintained strong connections with the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, which he directed until 2017 and which remains ranked as the "#1 University Affiliated Think Tank" in the world. Through the Belfer Center, he has fostered relationships with international security experts from around the world, particularly with Israeli security officials and analysts with whom he has collaborated extensively.

• Financial regulation
• Corporate finance
• Environmental law
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Pedro Schilling De Carvalho is a Lecturer in Law at University College London's Faculty of Laws, specializing in Financial and Environmental Law. He holds a PhD in Law and Finance from the University of Cambridge, where he received a Cambridge International Scholarship, as well as an LLM in Commercial Law from Cambridge (supported by a Chevening Scholarship) and a LLB from the University of São Paulo, Brazil. His academic journey includes positions at: University of Cambridge (Research Affiliate, Judge Business School and Lauterpacht Centre for International Law) London School of Economics (Guest Lecturer) University of Edinburgh (Early Career Fellow in Financial Law and Regulation) Max Planck Institute for Comparative and International Private Law (Visiting Fellow) Harvard Law School (Visiting Fellow) Pedro's research focuses on financial regulation, corporate finance, environmental law, international economic law, and sustainable finance. His work explores regulatory diffusion in sustainable finance, international financial governance in multipolar contexts, and the intersection of corporate governance with environmental and social concerns. He has published in peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Financial Regulation and has been cited by institutions including the International Monetary Fund. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable finance frameworks, regulatory coordination across jurisdictions, and the evolving landscape of financial technology regulation globally. His work spans theoretical analysis of corporate governance models alongside practical regulatory frameworks for emerging financial technologies and sustainable investment. Pedro has received several prestigious awards and recognitions: Cambridge International Scholarship Chevening Scholarship Max Planck Institute & Cambridge Scholarship Certified peer-reviewer by the Equitable Growth, Finance and Institutions Global Practice He has actively contributed to policy development through written evidence to the UK Parliament Committee on the Future Relationship with the European Union, consultancy work for the World Bank Group's Legal Vice Presidency, the Green Climate Fund, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His professional activities include being Co-Director of the UCL Centre of Law and the Environment, academic member of the European Corporate Governance Network, and member of the Leadership of the Commission on Arbitration and ADR at the International Chamber of Commerce. Pedro has extensive experience as both a transactional and dispute resolution lawyer, having worked with prominent law firms and served as Chief of Staff at the Commercial Law Chamber of the São Paulo Supreme Court.

Leon BalentsView profile

Professor

• Quantum Physics of Materials
• Condensed Matter Theory
• Magnetism
• +6 more

Leon Balents is a Professor at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (KITP) and holds the Yzurdiaga Chair of Theoretical Physics at the University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB). He is a leading theoretical physicist in quantum materials, with affiliations including co-director of the CIFAR Quantum Materials program, a Fellow of the American Physical Society, a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the National Academy of Sciences. His work bridges theory and experiment in condensed matter physics, focusing on systems like quantum spin chains, twisted bilayer graphene, and magnetic 2D materials. Bachelor’s in Physics and Mathematics, MIT PhD in Physics, Harvard University (1994) Dr. Balents is renowned for pioneering the theory of Coulomb interactions in quantum wires, discovering 3D topological insulators, and establishing Weyl semimetals. His research spans quantum spin liquids, topological spintronics, Van der Waals materials, and non-equilibrium probes of quantum systems. He collaborates extensively with experimentalists at UCSB, including Stephen Wilson, Susanne Stemmer, and Andrea Young, and leads efforts in the UCSB Quantum Foundry and the Simons Collaboration on Ultra-Quantum Matter. Scientific Awards and Honors : Fellow, American Physical Society Member, American Academy of Arts and Sciences Member, National Academy of Sciences Co-Director, CIFAR Quantum Materials Program Students and Collaborators : Kasra Hejazi, Chunxiao Liu, Mitchell Bordelon, and postdocs like Wenjie Ji and Jong Yeon Lee contribute to his group’s work. He teaches graduate-level condensed matter physics and leads virtual workshops on quantum materials. His GitHub projects, including a covidSB repository , reflect his interdisciplinary interests beyond physics.

• Diplomatic history
• International relations
• East Asia studies
• +3 more

Rumi Aoyama is a Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies, specializing in diplomatic history, international relations, and contemporary Chinese politics and foreign relations. With a PhD from Keio University, she has established herself as a leading scholar on China's foreign policy, East Asian regional dynamics, and China-Japan relations. Professional Memberships: Japan Association for Contemporary China Studies, Asian Politics and Economics Association, Japan Association of International Relations Research Focus: Diplomatic history, international relations, East Asia, modern Chinese politics and foreign relations Dr. Aoyama's research interests span diplomatic history, international relations, East Asia studies, Chinese politics, and Chinese foreign relations. Her work particularly focuses on China's diplomatic strategies, mediation diplomacy, and the evolving regional order in Asia. She has published extensively on topics ranging from China's "Belt and Road" initiative to its approach to the Global South and its relations with Japan. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary challenges in international relations, particularly examining China's role in mediating global conflicts, its strategic positioning amid US-China confrontation, and its evolving approach to regional order in Eurasia. Her work demonstrates how China is developing a distinctive diplomatic approach that blends traditional non-interference principles with proactive engagement in global affairs. 24th Ohira Masayoshi Memorial Award (2008) Dr. Aoyama has been actively involved in international academic exchanges, including research stays at National University of Singapore (2022-2023), George Washington University (2016-2017), and Stanford University (2005-2006). She also serves as Director of the Waseda Institute of Contemporary Chinese Studies and is affiliated with the Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences School of Education. Her editorial leadership includes serving as Co-editor of Cambridge Elements in Indo-Pacific Security and previously as Managing Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Contemporary East Asia.

Roberto Stefan FoaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Comparative survey research
• Democratic legitimacy
• Authoritarianism
• +3 more

Dr. Roberto Stefan Foa is an Assistant Professor in Politics and Public Policy at the University of Cambridge, specializing in comparative survey research and democratic legitimacy. He holds a BA from the University of Oxford and a PhD from Harvard University. His research spans Democratic deconsolidation in developed democracies Authoritarianism’s global ascent Public opinion dynamics during crises Historical state formation Political economy of development Recent publications analyze democratic norm erosion, pandemic-induced political shifts, and cross-national survey methodologies. His work combines empirical rigor with theoretical insights, often leveraging digital tools for data collection in authoritarian contexts. Scientific achievements include Fellowship at the Electoral Integrity Project Principal Investigator for World Values Survey rounds in Indonesia and Bangladesh Contributions to debates on democratic decline and populist economics Previously affiliated with the World Bank, United Nations, and OECD, Foa bridges academic research and policy application. His full profile integrates extensive publications, methodological innovations, and global collaborations.

Matias E. MargulisView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Governance of Food Security
• Agricultural Trade Liberalization
• Large-Scale Land Acquisitions
• +4 more

Matias E. Margulis is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia, jointly appointed between the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. His research explores the intersection of global governance, food security, and international trade, with a focus on regime complexity and power dynamics in multilateral institutions. Ph.D. in International Relations, McMaster University (2012) M.A. in Public Policy and Politics, University of Toronto (2003) B.A. (Honours) in Economics and Political Science, University of Toronto (2000) Postdoctoral Fellow, Max Planck Institute (2012-2013) His academic work investigates how food insecurity stems from human-made social, economic, and political systems, analyzing the role of international organizations like the WTO, UN, and EU in shaping trade and food policy. Recent publications examine regime entanglements, human rights in trade negotiations, and climate crisis impacts on food governance. Matias has received multiple accolades, including the Distinguished Academic Award (Early in Career, 2014) and the Cadieux-Léger Fellowship (2010-2011). He previously held academic positions at the University of Edinburgh, University of Stirling, and Max Planck Institute, and served as a Canadian representative to the WTO, OECD, and FAO. His expertise extends to advising the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food and consulting for NGOs and the Brookings Institution.