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Kyle Beardsley is a Professor of Political Science at Duke University, where he also serves as Director of Graduate Studies for the Master of Arts Program in Political Science. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, San Diego, awarded in 2006. His research primarily focuses on the quantitative study of international conflict and peace processes. Beardsley's work examines the role of various parties in shaping conflict dynamics, the interdependence of networks in conflict and cooperation, and the implications of armed conflict for issues like gender power imbalances and the effects of nuclear weapons on international crisis behavior. He has co-directed the International Crisis Behavior data project and holds an affiliate position with the Duke Center for International Development. Beardsley's scholarly contributions include numerous articles and co-authored books that explore critical issues in peacekeeping, mediation, and the effects of international relations on domestic policies.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Professor of Political Science focusing on international conflict and peace processes.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)