Dr. Alex Weisiger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alex Weisiger studies international politics, particularly the political decisions regarding the use of force. His book, 'Logics of War: Explanations for the Limited and Unlimited Conflicts,' explores the sources of variation in the destructiveness of wars across countries. His research examines the phenomenon of regional systems of war, the relevance of systemic variables to democratic peace, and the role of reputation in international politics. Weisiger has held fellowships at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs and the Olin Institute for Strategic Studies at Harvard University. His teaching focuses on the causes of war and peace, war termination, peacebuilding, conflict, international relations theory, and game theory.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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