Edward D. Mansfield is the Hum Rosen Professor of Political Science and Director of the Christopher H. Browne Center for International Politics at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on international political economy, international institutions, and security, with notable works like Electing to Fight and Power, Trade, and War . He holds a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to Penn, he taught at Columbia University and Ohio State University. Education: B.A., M.A., Ph.D. in Political Science and History from the University of Pennsylvania (1984–1989). Research Interests: International Relations Theory, International Political Economy, International Security, Globalization, and Trade Policy. Articles and Publications: Mansfield has authored over 15 books and numerous articles in top journals like International Organization , World Politics , and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . Recent work addresses trade wars, democratic transitions, and the globalization backlash. Awards: Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2024), Karl W. Deutsch Award (2000), Lepgold Prize (2005). Grants and Advising: His research has been supported by grants from the Guggenheim Foundation, Mershon Center, and United States Institute of Peace. He has advised numerous graduate students and served in leadership roles at Penn and the International Studies Association. Labs and Teams: Director of the Christopher H. Browne Center for International Politics, which focuses on global governance and security.










