Research Papers

By Nandan Trivedi 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 The Global Significance of Biotechnology One of the most revolutionary sciences of the 21st century, biotechnology has been capable of completely changing the economic and social landscapes of various key industries: energy, agriculture, health, and environmental sustainability. Biotechnology gives creative solutions to the challenges of food security, climate change, …

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The Evolving Dialectic of Obamaism and Trumpism in Contemporary Political Discourse By Habib Al-Badawi Introduction The emergence of Obamaism and Trumpism as competing political philosophies marks a critical juncture in American political development, representing what Sundquist (1983) identifies as a potential “sixth party system” in American politics. These movements embody fundamentally different visions of American …

Crossroads of America: Read More »

By Professor Habib Al-Badawi Abstract This “research note” examines the strategic challenges faced by China, considering the potential return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency in 2024. It analyzes the complex interplay of domestic politics, economic interdependence, and geopolitical dynamics that shape Beijing’s foreign policy calculations. The study argues that the prospect of a …

The End of Complacency: China’s Strategic Recalibration in Anticipation of a Potential Trump Presidency Read More »