CCRJ scholars investigate the evolving practice and conduct of conflict.  We also pursue research on international efforts to govern and manage conflict through the consolidation of human rights and humanitarian norms.  Our scholars have pursued projects on the role of counter-terrorism, torture, justice and accountability, and on the causes of conflict. 

Laleh Khalili is researching a multi-year project on the genealogy of the techniques and practices of incarceration and detention in counterinsurgencies. Her research explains the diffusion of violence across a range of political contexts. Charles Tripp's work explores the uses of violence in the Middle East, and especially in Iraq. Leslie Vinjamuri is pursuing ongoing research on the role of accountability in peace negotiations and peace settlements.

Fiona Adamson's research examines the intersection of diaspora politics and conflict.  She recently completed research for a two-year ESRC grant on Diaspora Mobilisation and International Security. Mark Laffey's research explores the impact of Occidentalism on the analysis of North-South conflict. Stephen Hopgood also looks at the role of private security companies in the provision of humanitarian services. Sutha Nadarajah's research explores the relations between global liberalism, intra-state wars of the South and societal transformation.