Conflict

Sierra Leone's civil war not only left a legacy of lost lives and damaged infrastructure, but changed the way trust is formed, showing how early-life trauma can shape long-term economic decision making.

For decades, unexploded ordnances from the "Secret War" in Laos have hindered the structural transformation and economic growth of the country. Laotians' health, education, and migration decisions remain affected by this war even though the conflict ...

In the conflict between Christians and Muslims in Nigeria, fear (rather than hate) is the main driver, it is founded on misperceptions, and proves hard to change with policy.

How did a large-scale health intervention – the expansion of HIV antiretroviral therapy – impact the prevalence of violent events throughout Africa?

How does cultural distance affect the prevalence of ethnic civil conflict and conflict-related sexual violence?

Increasing potential tax revenues for local governments triggered a rise in violence in resource-rich areas in India

Liquidity restraints, conflict and demand for labour all play a role in pushing or pulling people to migrate to particular destinations

Alternative dispute resolution reduced the number of prolonged and unresolved disputes, and meant that disputes were less likely to turn violent

Exposure to radio messages on the dangers of roadside bombs increases locals’ cooperation with military forces to reduce security threats