Dr. Robert Blair

Associate Professor

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Biography

Robert Blair is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Brown University. He specializes in security and governance with a focus on development issues in Africa, as well as quantitative research methods. His research interests include understanding the dynamics of political institutions and how they affect democratic stability and security policies in different contexts. In addition to his academic role, Blair is actively involved in teaching courses such as POLS 1440 - Security, Governance, and Development in Africa, POLS 1820X - Democratic Erosion, and various quantitative methods courses. His educational background includes a PhD earned in 2015, and he has a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in the fields of political science and international public affairs.

Research Interests

Courses

POLS 1440 - Security, Governance and Development in Africa POLS 1820X - Democratic Erosion POLS 2110 - Proseminar in Comparative Politics POLS 2590 - Quantitative Research Methods POLS 2590 - Quantitative Research Methods II

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics