Dr. Richard Caplan

Biography

Richard Caplan is a Professor of International Relations at the Department of Politics and International Relations (DPIR) and an Official Fellow at Linacre College, University of Oxford. He has a distinguished academic background and has served as the Director of Graduate Studies in International Relations. His research primarily focuses on international organizations and conflict management, with particular attention to peacekeeping, post-conflict peacebuilding, and the theory and practice of state-building. Professor Caplan has authored and edited several influential books in the field, including 'Europe's New Nationalism: States, Minorities, Conflict', 'The New Trusteeship? International Administration of War-torn Territories', and 'Measuring Peace: Principles, Practices, Politics'. He also holds a number of fellowships and has received grants from organizations such as the British Academy, Carnegie Corporation of New York, and the Economic and Social Research Council. His recent work includes leading projects that assess the consequences of United Nations peacekeeping withdrawals and exploring transboundary resource management issues in regions facing resource conflicts. Professor Caplan's contributions to the field have been significant and he has held visiting professorships at various esteemed institutions.

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