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The latest updates from the VIEWS consortium
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Posted on 31 Jan 2025
VIEWS Researcher Paola Vesco Presents on Conflict, Flooding, and Food Insecurity at PRIO Brownbag Series
On January 22, VIEWS researcher Paola Vesco and PRIO researcher Ida Rudolfsen presented their co-authored paper, “Conflict Worsens the Impact of Flood on Food Insecurity: Evidence from the Nargis Cyclone in Myanmar,” as part of PRIO’s Conflict Patterns Brownbag series. The paper, co-written with VIEWS researcher Thorsten Rogall, explores the compounding effects of conflict and…
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Posted on 30 Jan 2025
VIEWS Contributes to PSI<>PRIO-GRID Workshop on Subnational Conflict Research
The PSI-PRIOGRID Workshop, “The Future of Subnational Conflict Research,” held in Oslo on January 23–24, brought together 34 scholars to explore emerging data, methodologies, and challenges in conflict research. Experts from VIEWS—Paola Vesco, Simon Polichinel von der Maase, Mihai Croicu, Thorsten Rogall, Stefan Döring, Chandler Williams, and Jonas Vestby—presented research on geospatial data, AI applications,…
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Paola Vesco and A. Lindqvist-McGowan Lead Workshop on AI-Powered Conflict Early-Warning for the Yemen Peace Process
On December 6, 2024, VIEWS conducted a virtual workshop focused on AI-powered conflict early-warning systems to aid the Yemen peace process. This session, part of a broader capacity-building initiative by CMI and OSESGY, aimed to enhance understanding of AI tools in peacebuilding, featuring insights from VIEWS.
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Posted on 29 Jan 2025
VIEWS Researcher Simon P. von der Maase Delivers Keynote on AI-Powered Conflict Forecasting at IOS-IfL Workshop
VIEWS Senior Researcher Simon Polichinel von der Maase delivered a keynote address titled “Early Warning, Early Action: Leveraging AI to Anticipate Violent Conflict” at a recent workshop in Leipzig. Held from December 3–6, the workshop provided an in-depth exploration of digital humanities and data visualization methods in peace and conflict research. It was co-hosted by…
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Posted on 29 Jan 2025
VIEWS Researcher Simon P. von der Maase Leads Session on AI and Data-Driven Approaches to Enhance Small Arms Control at GENSAC Annual Conference
On December 5, VIEWS Senior Researcher Simon Polichinel von der Maase led a session on leveraging data, AI, and emerging technologies to enhance small arms control at the GENSAC Network’s Annual Conference in Berlin. About GENSAC GENSAC – the Gender Equality for Small Arms Control Network – is a cross-regional network of experts from the…
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Posted on 16 Jan 2025
Recap from PRIO’s AI Days: Insights from Branka Panic
Back in October, we had the privilege of participating in a number of panel discussions on the use of AI to support peace and sustainable development at PRIO’s AI Days. Keynote speaker Branka Panic reflects on her experience in her weekly newsletter: “During several sessions at the PRIO AI Days 2024, experts from organizations such…
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Posted on 29 Nov 2024
VIEWS Team Prepares to Launch Next-Generation Conflict Forecasting Platform
The VIEWS team recently concluded a three-day meeting in Uppsala to finalize a next-generation conflict forecasting platform, launching this winter. This tool incorporates advanced machine learning, enhances transparency, and provides real-time evaluation mechanisms for informed decision-making in conflict mitigation. It aims to redefine conflict forecasting through robust predictions and operational stability.
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Posted on 28 Nov 2024
The Impacts of Armed Conflict on Human Development: A Review of the Literature
The article reviews the literature on how armed conflicts adversely affect human development across nine dimensions, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach. It highlights gaps in research and calls for systematic empirical testing to better understand the interconnections between conflict impacts, ultimately aiming to inform policies that mitigate war’s adverse effects.
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Posted on 28 Nov 2024
Gudlaug Olafsdottir becomes Doctor in Peace Research
On 22 November, Gudlaug Olafsdottir defended her dissertation titled Precarious Paths to Democracy: Electoral Violence and the Struggle for Democratization at Uppsala University, exploring the link between electoral violence and democratization. Previously, she worked as a Research Assistant with the VIEWS team, continuing collaboration during her doctoral studies. Congratulations, Gulla!
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Posted on 28 Nov 2024
Predicting Electoral Violence – Podcast Episode with VIEWS Researcher Dr. Randahl and Prof. Fjelde
Elections globally remain prone to violence, prompting Dr. David Randahl’s research team at Uppsala University to develop a forecasting model to predict electoral violence. This model, discussed in the podcast Researching Peace, aids in protecting democracy and informs the new Electoral Vulnerability Index, forecasting threats for 2024-2025.
Topics: Podcast
