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Istanbul Institute for Advanced Studies
Istanbul Institute for Advanced Studies conducts research in various social science fields, such as economics, law, political science, and theology, contributes to the production of scientific knowledge in these areas, and actively engages in workshops, conferences, and publications to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge. It is anticipated that this project will make a significant contribution to the current project's goals by integrating the promotion of student rights and liberties as its primary area of activity. Its expert researchers labor in fundamental fields such as rights and liberties and the rule of law. The team possesses a high level of expertise in terms of knowledge and field experience.
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Spectrum: International Law As Permission, Regulation, And Restriction (Part II)
By Cenap Çakmak Before examining the concrete forms in which international law operates in practice, it is necessary to situate the relationship between law and politics within a broader analytical spectrum. This spectrum illustrates the extent to which legal norms are activated or constrained by political authority. At one extreme lies absolute anarchy, where the absence of an effective political authority to uphold common rules, coordinate expectations, or ensure harmony le
May 1710 min read
The Interaction Between Politics And Law: Understanding The Nature And Dynamics Of The Legal Framework Governing The Use Of Force (Part I)
By Cenap Çakmak A recurring puzzle in contemporary international relations is why the rules governing the use of force—particularly the prohibition on unilateral use of force—have failed to prevent recurring crises in Ukraine, Gaza, Iran, Venezuela, Syria, and elsewhere. Public and academic debates typically respond with familiar questions: What does international law provide? Who violated which rule? What sanctions apply? While these are understandable questions, they are no
Apr 286 min read
Competing with the Sun: An Examination of Protectionism and Consumer Welfare in Modern Turkey
By Murat Ustaoğlu Frederic Bastiat, one of economics' most elegant satirists, consigned the arguments of free trade opponents to the dusty shelves of history with a single allegory in his 1845 “Petition from the Candlemakers.” In the petition, candle makers appeal to the government for protection against an “unfair competitor.” This competitor is the sun, which illuminates everything at no cost and undermines candle sales. The producers demand that all windows be closed, curt
Feb 235 min read
Academic Existence in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
By Veysel Bozkurt For over a decade, I've been searching for an artificial intelligence (AI) expert to analyze large-scale datasets. I had several interviews but didn't get any results. ChatGPT arrived in late 2022 and became a beacon of hope. Then came Claude, Gemini, Perplexity... Each with a different skill set, a different personality. As an academic, watching this rapid development was incredibly exciting at first. Until then, AI had always been “something coming soon” i
Feb 1114 min read
Why Does Inflation Remain Persistent In Turkey?
Emre mermi earned a BA degree in Economics from İstanbul University.
Dec 9, 20255 min read
Do Institutions Have Morals?
Dr. Bozik earned a BA degree in Statistics from Çukurova University, a MA & PhD degree from Istanbul University, he is currently academcs.
Mar 31, 20258 min read
Georgia’s Cyclical Dilemma: Brussels or Moscow?
Yahya Adow Ibrahim, is a Masters student of Political Science and International Relations at Necmettin Erbakan University. He has an extensi
Jan 31, 20256 min read
Which Codes Should Ensure “Transitional Justice” in Syria?*
Dr. Çetinkaya is a faculty member at Istanbul University Faculty of Law, Department of Criminal and Criminal Procedure Law.
Dec 24, 20248 min read
Rebuilding a Syrian Nation and State After Civil War: Prospects and Challenges (I)*
By Cenap Çakmak and Murat Ustaoğlu Introductory Note On an unexpected full-scale move, major armed groups that claimed to be legitimate...
Dec 13, 20248 min read
The Sino-American Influence Rivalry: Case Africa
By Habiba Ali The feud between the US and China has seen multiple highs and lows; the sentiment of being anti-communist (which usually...
Sep 20, 20244 min read
Artificial Intelligence and Labor Market's Future
Institutional capacity to benefit from and adapt to technological advancements is, with regard to labor market productivity, at least on...
Mar 13, 20245 min read
Hans Kelsen and Democratic Political Order
One of the most significant legal theorists of the 20th century, Hans Kelsen, is primarily recognized for his legal writings,...
Mar 13, 202411 min read
Comparing/Contrasting Roles and Functions of the Parliament in Different Types of Government
This article compares and contrasts the role of parliament as a legislative body in parliamentary, presidential, and semi-presidential...
Feb 8, 20249 min read
Wage Structure and Inflation-Wage Relationship in Turkey
The Turkish economy's structural features amplify the impact of wage increases on economic balance. In Turkey, minimum wage earners...
Jan 24, 20249 min read
Containment Policy of the United States
By Zehra Korkmaz-Kökdere With the rise of China as a powerful country in world politics and the challenge to the hegemonic position of...
Nov 23, 20238 min read
The Underacknowledged Conflict
By Habiba Hesham Kotb Over time, the conflicts that confront us evolve along with our individual and societal growth. Conflicts can...
Nov 2, 20233 min read
The Test of International Law with Israel
International law as a construct and practice that purports to contain inter-state conflicts has been moribund for some time, even if it...
Oct 19, 20237 min read
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