Michael Lipson

Dr. Michael Lipson is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Concordia University. His research focuses on international organizations, international security, and peacekeeping. He employs international relations theory and organization theory to analyze how institutions contribute to global peace and security. Current projects include organizational dynamics in international peace operations and 'organized hypocrisy' in global governance. His work has been funded by SSHRC and FQRSC.

Teaching includes courses such as Introduction to International Relations, International Organizations, and Technology and World Politics. Research interests span nonproliferation, arms control, U.S. foreign policy, and the intersection of technology with global politics.

Key themes in his publications emphasize institutional effectiveness in peacekeeping operations, contradictions in global governance structures, and theoretical frameworks for analyzing inter-organizational cooperation. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical challenges in maintaining international security frameworks.