In 2023, VIEWS initiated a conflict prediction challenge to enhance early-warning systems by shifting focus from point estimates to probability distributions of fatalities in armed conflicts. The challenge's results, available through a live dashboard, aim to improve decision-making for conflict prevention and response among policymakers.
Dr. Paola Vesco delivered a keynote at the IAERE 2025 conference, emphasizing the connection between climate variability and armed conflict. She advocated for predictive modeling to mitigate humanitarian crises, citing recent events like the Libya floods. The conference highlighted the necessity for interdisciplinary approaches to tackle climate-related challenges in economic contexts.