Research Projects
Original datasets, analytical tools, and in-depth research on the forces shaping Central Asia.
The Armed Forces of Central Asia
Comprehensive research mapping military infrastructure and force structures across the region, complemented by interactive maps and detailed analysis.
Fault Lines
Investigating mistrust and distrust between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea — exposing fractures within the so-called anti-Western "Axis."
Transnational Repression
Tracking China's surveillance, harassment, and extradition of Uyghurs across national borders through reports, datasets, and visualizations.
Tracking Protests
Tracking and categorizing protests across Central Asia through reports, datasets, and an interactive protest tracker.
Migration Patterns
Researching flows of migration from Central Asia and publishing findings in reports, articles, and interactive tools.
China's Belt & Road
Covering the Belt & Road Initiative's impact on Central Asia through articles, book reviews, and analytical reports.