Scholarship for US University Students

The Ashburn Institute (USA & Europe) announces the 2022/23 fellowship opportunity for U.S. graduate students who are interested in working on research papers on the topic "Global Consequences of the War in Ukraine: Energy, Economics, and Security" by addressing the below-listed research questions. The average award is $5000 per student. Interested applicants must to submit their applications - a 1-page research proposal (500-600-word abstract and 3-5 keywords) and a cover letter including details of their academic institution and program of study) directly to the Ashburn Institute at ashburninstitute@gmail.com by September 26, 2022.

Topic: "Global Consequences of the War in Ukraine: Energy, Economy and Security" Russia's invasion of Ukraine has pushed the world into a dangerous and unstable era. The use of military force in flagrant violation of Ukrainian sovereignty and international law has compromised not only world human, political, defense and security relations, but also global commercial ties. The Atlantic Alliance is making every effort to support Ukraine without resorting to direct military confrontation with Russia. North America, the United Kingdom and EU members, joined by a host of other countries such as Japan and neutral Switzerland, unleashed a barrage of economic and financial sanctions against Russia.

Research Questions: - What are the consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine for Russia itself? - What are the short- and long-term economic, political, defense, security – including cyber security – implications for Europe? - What is the impact of the war in Ukraine on the global economy and security?

While NATO has risen to the occasion, supporting Allies in the delivery of humanitarian and non-lethal aid and strengthening defense on the Eastern Flank, an aggressive Russia committed to stoking conflict and instability on NATO’s borders in countries like Moldova, Georgia, Belarus and Ukraine, represents a new normal in geostrategic threats to Allies and partners alike.

Research Question: As NATO shifts its strategic posture to address new threats and challenges under the 2022 Strategic Concept, how should NATO adapt to address this new world order?