Terrence Chapman is a Professor of Government at the University of Texas at Austin, affiliated with the Robert S. Strauss Center for International Security and Law, Center for European Studies, and Clements Center on History Strategy, and Statecraft. His research focuses on international organizations, conflict resolution, and political economy frameworks. Key research areas include: International institutional legitimacy Global regulatory regimes Public opinion in international affairs Conflict management mechanisms Formal modeling of diplomatic interactions Recent scholarly trends reveal expertise in climate governance negotiations, digital surveillance politics, and regulatory effectiveness. His work spans theoretical modeling and empirical analysis of international collaboration dynamics. Scientific recognition includes: 2011-2012 APSA Conflict Processes Section Book Award Teaching portfolio covers: Science Fiction and Politics International Organization and Law Research Methods in International Politics Previously served as associate/senior editor for International Studies Quarterly .
Mark E. Warren is a Professor of Political Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), holding the Merilees Chair for the Study of Democracy. He joined UBC in 2004 and directs the SSHRC-funded Participedia project, which documents global democratic innovations. His research focuses on democratic theory, citizen participation, representation, and corruption. Warren previously taught at Georgetown University, Northwestern University, and Rice University. Education: B.A. from Lewis and Clark College, M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Key roles include founding the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions at UBC and co-founding the Center for Democracy and the Third Sector at Georgetown University. Research interests emphasize new forms of citizen engagement, democratic representation, and the interplay between civil society and governance. He has authored influential books like Democracy and Association (2001) and edited volumes such as Democracy and Trust (1999), recognized with prestigious awards. His work addresses corruption in democracies and systemic approaches to deliberative democracy. Awards include the Elaine and David Spitz Book Prize (2003) and ARNOVA’s Outstanding Book Award (2003). Participedia, his flagship project, serves as a global resource for participatory governance. Warren’s contributions bridge academic research and practical democratic innovation, influencing policies and institutions worldwide.
Peter J. Boettke is a Distinguished University Professor of Economics at George Mason University, holding the BB&T Professorship for the Study of Capitalism. He directs the F.A. Hayek Program at the Mercatus Center. His academic roles include editorships of the Review of Austrian Economics and Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization . Boettke earned his Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Economics from George Mason University and Grove City College. Research interests span Austrian economics, institutional economics, comparative political economy, and the history of economic thought. He emphasizes market process theory, emphasizing how institutions and entrepreneurship shape social outcomes. His work critiques socialist systems and advocates classical liberal principles, informed by Hayek’s insights on knowledge and spontaneous order. Awarded for teaching excellence and academic contributions, Boettke has supervised over 30 doctoral students. His publications include authored books like The Struggle for a Better World (2021), Money and the Rule of Law (2021), and edited volumes on Hayek, Buchanan, and Tocqueville. His recent articles address monetary policy, socialism, and pandemic governance. Boettke’s work bridges theory and policy, advocating for rule-of-law frameworks in economics and institutions that foster decentralized decision-making. His intellectual contributions span academic entrepreneurship, policy analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration across economics, philosophy, and political science.
Sai Balakrishnan is an Associate Professor of City and Regional Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. He serves as Co-Director of Global Metropolitan Studies and Chair of the Urban Studies undergraduate major. His research focuses on global urban inequalities, agrarian-urban land dynamics, and caste capitalism in India, particularly along economic corridors like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Balakrishnan holds a PhD from Harvard University and a Master’s from MIT. Education: PhD (Harvard), Master of City Planning (MIT) Research Interests: Balakrishnan examines land-use transformations in India, emphasizing how agrarian elites and urban firms negotiate property rights. His work highlights spatial politics of urbanization, including transfer of development rights (TDR) and the geographies of caste-driven development. Recent studies include a global comparative analysis of TDR systems in New York and Mumbai, and a book project on caste capitalism and uneven development in India since the colonial era. Publications: His 2019 book Shareholder Cities explores land conflicts and agrarian-urban transformations along India’s economic corridors. Key articles include analyses of land markets in Mumbai and Bangalore, and the intersection of highway infrastructure with decentralization challenges. Awards: William Holland Prize (2013), ACSP Gill Chin Lim Award (2014) Advising & Grants: Balakrishnan collaborates on interdisciplinary projects linking urban planning, political economy, and social justice. Ongoing work includes a book on caste capitalism and studies of land-based financing for infrastructure in India. Labs/Teams: Active in Berkeley’s Global Metropolitan Studies initiative, focusing on transnational urbanization processes.
Devin Stauffer is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Government at the University of Texas at Austin . Holding a Ph.D. from Boston College, he specializes in classical and early modern political philosophy, with a focus on Plato, Thomas Hobbes, and Leo Strauss. His career spans teaching roles at Kenyon College and St. John's College prior to joining UT Austin in 2004. Education: Ph.D., Boston College Professor Stauffer's research explores intersections of ancient and modern political thought, examining themes like justice, rhetoric, democracy, and the theological-political problem. His recent scholarly work continues to engage deeply with Strauss's interpretations of Hobbes, Locke, and classical texts. Key trends in his publications include: Interpretations of Strauss's correspondence and lectures Critical analyses of Hobbes's ethical and theological foundations Comparative studies of Socratic thinkers in classical texts Reconsideration of Locke's political conscience Debates on classical vs. modern approaches to natural right Scientific Awards : Two Teaching Excellence Awards at Kenyon College Three Teaching Awards at University of Texas Carl Friedrich von Siemens Foundation Fellowship (2013-14, Munich) He has taught courses including Machiavelli's Discourses , Socratic Political Philosophy , and Classical Quest for Justice . His visiting appointment at Harvard (2018) underscores his scholarly impact in political philosophy circles.
Lauren Leve is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Director of Graduate Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her academic career centers on the intersection of religion, culture, and changing forms of life in contemporary Nepal and South Asia. Trained as an anthropologist, she examines how religious practices and subjectivities interact with broader political, economic, and social trends, particularly those associated with neoliberal globalization. Ph.D., Princeton University B.A., University of Chicago A.A., Simon's Rock of Bard College Professor Leve's research interests span ethnographic methods, the ethnography of religion, personhood, subjectivity, the anthropology of ethics, democracy, law, violence, international development, globalism, postcoloniality, and the religious landscapes of Nepal, South Asia, and Buddhist Southeast Asia. Her work explores how religious practices mediate and are mediated by political and economic transformations, with particular attention to how human agents use religion to reflect on their world and aspirations. Her scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on Theravada Buddhism's revival in Nepal, particularly among Newar communities, and how this religious movement intersects with democratic reforms, economic liberalization, and changing forms of personhood. Her publications demonstrate expertise in both ethnographic methodology and theoretical contributions to understanding modern religious subjectivity, with a special emphasis on how global processes are reflected and reflected upon by Nepali Buddhists. James Fisher Prize for First Books on the Himalayan Region (2018) UNC FIRE grant (2016) Carolina Women's Center, Faculty Fellow (2013-14) Institute for Arts and Humanities, Faculty Fellow (2007) Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation, Research Award (2004) Program in Agrarian Studies, Yale University, Program Fellow (2004-2005) As Director of Graduate Studies in Religious Studies, Professor Leve mentors graduate students and teaches courses on ethnographic methodologies, Theravada Buddhism, Himalayan Buddhism, and topical theories reflecting her research interests. She has consulted on research studies in international development, focusing on women's literacy and empowerment, and provides expert witness services in US courts. Her current research projects explore the globalization of Buddhist meditation through the Goenka tradition and follow rural women's experiences through development projects, Maoist insurrection, and conversion to Christianity.
Dr. Stefanie Beyens serves as an Assistant Professor in Public Governance and Management at Utrecht University's Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance. She also holds a position as a Postdoctoral Researcher within the same department, demonstrating her dual commitment to both teaching and research in the field of political science and public administration. Her research focuses primarily on political representation, party systems, and democratic processes. Dr. Beyens has established herself as a specialist in party polarization, ideological congruence, and the relationship between political parties and democratic satisfaction. Her work frequently examines Flemish and Dutch political contexts, with particular attention to liberal parties and their organizational structures. Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory centered on how political systems maintain democratic quality despite increasing polarization. Her recent work demonstrates growing interest in crisis governance dynamics and caretaker conventions in parliamentary systems, while maintaining her foundational focus on voter-party congruence and democratic representation. Dr. Beyens contributes to academic discourse as a peer reviewer for Politics of the Low Countries journal, demonstrating her engagement with regional political scholarship. Her research network shows collaboration across multiple European institutions, reflecting the transnational nature of her comparative political studies.
Dr. Olivia Cheung is a Lecturer in Politics at the Department of European & International Studies, King’s College London. She holds multiple affiliations including China Fellow at the Centre for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy (CSDS) at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Affiliate of the Lau China Institute, and Michael Moran Associate Editor for Government and Opposition . Her academic background includes an MPhil and DPhil (PhD) in Politics from the University of Oxford, where she was a Swire Scholar and Rhodes Scholar. Prior to her current position, she served as a Research Fellow at SOAS China Institute and Teaching Fellow at the University of Warwick, directing the MA in International Politics and East Asia. Her research focuses on Chinese politics and foreign policy, Xi Jinping Thought, comparative political leadership, international orders, and authoritarianism. Key projects explore domestic-political intersections in China’s foreign strategy and its global rise. She has contributed to prominent journals like China Quarterly , Third World Quarterly , and Pacific Affairs , with her work featured in The Economist , New York Times , and BBC documentaries. Dr. Cheung co-authored The Political Thought of Xi Jinping (Oxford UP, 2024), a Financial Times-recognized title, and Factional-Ideological Conflicts in Chinese Politics (Amsterdam UP, 2023). She is also working on a forthcoming book on China’s global strategy. Her awards include the Swire and Rhodes scholarships, reflecting her academic excellence. She actively advises media and participates in strategic dialogues (Tracks 1.5/2), and her research on China’s international strategy is part of the Geoeconomics and Technology Initiative at King’s College London.
Cora Schmidt-Ott is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Chair of Modern and Contemporary History (Prof. Dr. Jan Eckel) at the University of Freiburg . Her work focuses on the intellectual biography of Samuel P. Huntington and the broader intellectual history of the 20th century, particularly in relation to political stability, globalization, and the American Century. She collaborates with institutions like the German Historical Institute, Washington DC , and has led DFG-funded projects. Education: MA in Comparative Modern History (University of Freiburg & University of Bologna); BA in History and American Studies (University of Freiburg & Connecticut College) Her research explores the intersections of political theory, Cold War liberalism, and transnational historical processes, with a particular emphasis on Huntington's influence on postcolonial state-building and global order. She has contributed to debates on migration, museum narratives, and post-war societal transformations. Recent publications and lectures highlight her expertise in political history, American studies, and Cold War-era intellectual networks. She has received scholarships from the Bavaria Graduation Scholarship , Max Weber Fellowship , and Erasmus Program , among others. Scientific Awards: Bavaria Graduation Scholarship (2016) Max Weber Fellowship (2015) Erasmus Scholarship (2013) Baden-Württemberg Scholarship (2011) Cora Schmidt-Ott contributes to academic discourse through her leadership in workshops, teaching roles in seminars on decolonization and 20th-century history, and her ongoing project funded by the German Research Foundation on Samuel Huntington's intellectual legacy.
Kajri Jain is a Professor of Indian Visual Culture and Contemporary Art at the University of Toronto . She holds undergraduate appointments in the Department of Visual Studies (UTM) and graduate appointments in the Department of Art (St. George) , with cross-appointments at the Institute for Cinema Studies and the Centre for South Asian Studies . Education: PhD, Art History and Theory, University of Sydney MA, Art History and Theory, University of Sydney PEP, Visual Communication, National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad Research Interests: Jain’s work explores how images derive meaning not just from their visual content but from their production, circulation, and material use. Her research spans modern and contemporary Indian visual culture , including bazaar icons, monumental statues, theme parks, and representations of nature in religious and popular contexts. She employs ethnographic methods to examine the intersections of religion, politics, commerce, and aesthetics in postcolonial India. Her teaching and writing critically interrogate the legacies of European Romanticism and secular modernism in art history and visual studies. Publications & Themes: Jain has authored two major monographs— Gods in the Time of Democracy (2021) and Gods in the Bazaar (2007)—and numerous essays on topics such as mass reproduction, political iconography, urban nature, and postcolonial aesthetics. Her articles consistently engage with image theory, postcolonial critique, and the sensory politics of caste and religion in visual culture. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Advising & Affiliations: While no specific students are named, Jain teaches a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses and is affiliated with multiple research centers at the University of Toronto. Her work bridges departments and disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue in South Asian visual studies. Labs & Teams: Jain is associated with the Graduate Department of Art History and the Centre for South Asian Studies at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, University of Toronto.
Dustin Tingley is a Professor of Government at Harvard University and holds a joint appointment at the Harvard Kennedy School of Public Policy . He serves as Interim Vice Provost for Advances in Learning and directs the Data Science and Technology Group and the Harvard Initiative on Learning and Teaching . He earned a PhD in Politics from Princeton and a BA in political science and math from the University of Rochester. Key Roles : Deputy Vice Provost (past), Chair of Harvard's Standing Committee on Climate Education Research Focus : Climate change politics, data science, causal inference, and international political economy His recent work explores the political economy of climate transitions , public opinion on carbon policies , and machine learning applications in social sciences . He co-founded ABLConnect , a repository for active learning pedagogy, and organized conferences on causal mechanisms , teaching with AI , and equitable classrooms . Awards : Gladys M. Kammerer Award (2015) for co-authored book Sailing the Water’s Edge Notable Publications : Uncertain Futures: How to Unlock the Climate Impasse (2023, with Alex Gazmararian) The Political Economy of the Clean Energy Transition (2025)
Rachel Cremona is an Associate Professor of Political Science & International Studies and serves as the Dean of the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences at Flagler College. She is affiliated with the Department of Humanities, where she teaches courses including Introduction to Political Science, Politics in the U.S., Comparative Government, and US/Latin American Foreign Policy, demonstrating leadership in liberal arts education. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Political Science from the State University of New York at Binghamton (2006) M.A. in Political Science from the State University of New York at Binghamton (2003) M.A. in United States Government and Politics from the University of Essex (2001) B.A. in American Studies: Politics and Government from the University of Kent (2000) Study Abroad at the University of California, Berkeley (1998-1999) Dr. Cremona's research critically examines Latin American Politics , U.S./Latin America Relations , the rise of Far Right Political Parties , European Union dynamics, theories of Democratic Representation , and evolving concepts of Citizenship . Her work consistently explores how identity, governance structures, and historical contexts shape political systems across diverse regions. Analysis of her 2004-2012 publications reveals a strong empirical focus on comparative politics, with recurring themes of ethnic diversity in state formation, electoral system impacts on representation, and historical foundations of national identity. Her research bridges African, Latin American, and American political contexts while maintaining methodological rigor in examining democratic processes. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Cremona actively mentors students as Faculty Advisor for Pi Sigma Alpha (National Political Science Honor Society) and First Year Advisor. Her sustained scholarly output indicates ongoing research engagement, complemented by significant administrative leadership as Dean of the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences. There is no information about dedicated research laboratories or specialized research teams associated with Dr. Cremona in the provided materials.
Kihana Miraya Ross is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Black Studies at Northwestern University, affiliated with the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. from UC Berkeley in Social and Cultural Studies of Education, African American Studies, and Sociology. Her research focuses on antiblackness in education, Black educational fugitivity, and educational reparations, employing critical ethnography and participatory design methods. Her book project examines the afterlife of school segregation and strategies for Black educational futurities. She co-directed the documentary Stolen School , exploring the closure of Evanston’s Foster School and its lasting impacts. Ross has received major grants from the Spencer Foundation and fellowships from the Ford Foundation. Education: Ph.D. in Social and Cultural Studies of Education (UC Berkeley, 2016) M.A. in Social and Cultural Studies of Education (UC Berkeley, 2011) B.A. in African American Studies, Sociology, and Education (UC Berkeley, 2002) Key Projects: Spencer Foundation-funded research on Evanston’s educational reparations Documentary Stolen School (2023) Awards: 2021 Spencer Foundation Large Grant 2017 Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Ross’s work bridges historical analysis and contemporary activism, advocating for systemic change through frameworks like Black fugitivity. She collaborates with community organizations like Shorefront Legacy Center and mentors interdisciplinary projects on race, education, and spatial justice.
Moisés Arce is a Professor and the Scott and Marjorie Cowen Chair in Latin American Social Sciences at Tulane University's Department of Political Science, School of Liberal Arts. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of New Mexico (2000), with prior academic roles at the University of Missouri and Louisiana State University. His research focuses on environmental politics, conflict processes, democratic governance, and comparative political economy, with a regional emphasis on Latin America. He has conducted fieldwork in Peru, Argentina, Bolivia, and South Africa. Education: Ph.D., Political Science, University of New Mexico, 2000 M.A., Political Science, University of New Mexico, 1995 B.A., Political Science, Indiana University, South Bend, 1992 Research Interests: Arce examines the interplay between resource extraction, environmental governance, and social mobilization. His work analyzes protest dynamics, democratic institutions, and the political economy of development in Latin America. Key themes include artisanal mining conflicts, legislative authoritarianism, and the socio-environmental impacts of extractive industries. Awards: He received the Shared Governance Award (2017-2018) from the University of Missouri Faculty Council and the Award for Excellence in Political Science (1992) from Indiana University. His research is funded by the National Science Foundation and the Social Science Research Council. Advising & Grants: While specific student names are not listed, Arce has advised on projects related to resource conflicts and democratic governance. His grants include NSF-funded studies on environmental politics and protest dynamics. Affiliations: Arce is affiliated with the Stone Center for Latin American Studies, the Center for Inter-American Policy and Research (CIPR), and served as a Visiting Fulbright Lecturer at Peru's Pontificia Universidad Católica and Visiting Professor at the University of Tokyo's Department of Area Studies.
Prof. Nicole Deitelhoff is Executive Director at the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (PRIF) and holds a chair in International Relations and Theories of Global Order at Goethe University Frankfurt. She leads PRIF's International Institutions research department and co-leads the Frankfurt section of the Research Institute Social Cohesion (RISC). Her work examines contestation of international norms, world order politics, and democratic conflict integration. She has held visiting roles at Harvard, Hebrew University, and the European University Institute. Recognized with the Ernst-Otto Czempiel Award and Hessian Peace Prize, her research bridges academic rigor with policy relevance. Education : Ph.D. (summa cum laude) TU Darmstadt (2004), M.A. Political Science SUNY Buffalo (1998) Key Roles : Head of PRIF's Research Department since 2017, LOEWE Top Professor (2023), Co-speaker of Normative Orders Research Center Research Interests : Focuses on institutional legitimacy crises, norm dynamics, and security governance. Recent work analyzes the Ukraine war's impact on European order and democratic cohesion mechanisms. Awards : Includes the prestigious Hessian Peace Prize (2020) and sustained academic honors reflecting her contributions to global governance studies. Grants & Projects : Leads projects on Cold War comparisons ( PATTERN ), radicalization studies, and normative orders. Active in policy dialogue through initiatives like Global House of Young Voices .
