Social Science Space

Doubravka Olšáková and Sam Robinson, argue that we are at the beginning of a new era of ‘post naïve’ science diplomacy. 

Doubravka Olšáková and Sam Robinson discuss how the conflict in Ukraine highlights the limitations of conceptions of ‘science diplomacy’ since the turn of the 21st century.

David Canter considers the strange phenomena of Russians believing Putin’s propaganda.

Arik Burakovsky, an expert on relations between the U.S. and Russia, shines light on the future of cooperation between Russia and the West in the realm of higher education.

Game theory is the formal study of strategic choices between two sides. It’s useful to decision makers because it can illustrate the range of options open to combatants within a given crisis, and also map the likely “wins and losses” strategically decided upon by the parties involved. The challenge is applying a hypothetical spectrum to the range of passive and aggressive options, and their consequences in Ukraine today.

What should those outside the conflict zone keep in mind as they consume news about the Russia-Ukraine war? Journalism Professor Daniela Dimitrova offers some answers.

As Vladimir Putin continues his assault on Ukraine, the differences between the Russian and Ukrainian languages have become part of the public discourse in the West

The full extent of the damage on scholars and research from Ukraine will not be known for some time, but predictions are grim.

David Canter considers the sorts of psychological processes that may be shaping Vladimir Putin’s actions.