Big Ideas Live Here
W&M’s Global Research Institute is a multidisciplinary hub bringing together academics, practitioners, staff and students to tackle contemporary global issues.
Community Resources
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For Researchers
Information for current and prospective GRI researchers, faculty, and affiliates.
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For Students
Information on RA positions, courses, fellowships, and funding for students.
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For Alumni
Information for friends and alumni of GRI on how to get involved.
GRI Research Labs
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American Bosnian Collaboration
Bringing together W&M and Bosnian students to foster cross-cultural understanding and work towards positive change for the youth of Bosnia.
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AidData
Connecting decision-makers and researchers who have a shared interest in using granular data and innovative tools to solve pressing problems, precisely target resources, and use rigorous evidence to measure the impacts of policies and investments.
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Africa Research Center
Addressing some of the biggest development challenges facing countries in sub-Saharan Africa, including digital and spatial inequality, armed conflict, and education.
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Digital Inclusion & Governance
Conducting rigorous, policy-relevant research on the impact of digital technologies on society, politics, and the economy.
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Ignite Global Health
Optimizing health investments in resource-limited settings to inform public health decisions.
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International Justice Lab
Leading collaborative research on human rights, transitional justice, and international law and courts.
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NukeLab
Applying cutting-edge social science theory and methods to pressing policy questions in nuclear security, proliferation, and deterrence.
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Project on International Peace & Security
A premier undergraduate think tank bridging the gap between the academic and foreign policy communities.
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Teaching, Research & International Policy
Gathering data on the discipline of International Relations (IR) and its interactions with the public and policymakers.

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Global Research Institute Earl Gregg Swem Library 400 Landrum Drive Williamsburg, VA 23186
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Global Research Institute William & Mary P.O. Box 8795 Williamsburg, VA 23185
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