In his book "Religion on the Battlefield," Ron Hassner delves into the role of religious faith and practices in contemporary warfare, arguing that religious motivations are not limited to jihad but can be found in various conflicts.

In the Tel Aviv Review, Ron Hassner, a political science professor at UC Berkeley, delves into his book "Religion on the Battlefield," examining the role of religious beliefs in contemporary warfare beyond just jihad.

Eran Kaplan, an Israel Studies professor at San Francisco State University, evaluates the phenomenon of Post-Zionism in his book "Beyond Post-Zionism," noting its rise in Israeli political and intellectual circles in the 1990s followed by its decline.

Dr. Rachel Harris explores the portrayal of women in Israeli cinema in her book Warrior, Witches, Whores: Women in Israeli Cinema, discussing how these representations reflect larger shifts in Israeli society and culture.

Gregory Wallance's book "The Woman Who Fought an Empire: Sarah Aaronsohn and her Nili Spy Ring" sheds light on the remarkable story of Sarah Aaronsohn, a young Jewish woman who led a pro-British spy ring in Palestine during World War I, defying the Ottoman authorities.

Eviatar Zerubavel, a sociology professor at Rutgers University, delves into the significance of the ordinary in his book Taken for Granted: The Remarkable Power of the Unremarkable.

Professor Erica Chenoweth observes a significant rise in non-violent protests globally, meticulously tracking their frequency and success rates.

Dr. Dror Yinon from Bar-Ilan University discusses a recent series of lectures on Existentialism at the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, highlighting the enduring importance of this philosophical tradition in today's world marked by populism and post-truth.

Dr. Dror Yinon from Bar-Ilan University explores the ongoing relevance of Existentialism in today's world, particularly in light of populism and post-truth tendencies.

Dr. Keith Kahn-Harris delves into the topic of denialism in his latest book, "Denial: The Unspeakable Truth," shedding light on its rise as a pervasive force that undermines healthy skepticism and evidence-based discussions.

Dr. Keith Kahn-Harris, a British sociologist and commentator, delves into the rise of denialism in his new book "Denial: The Unspeakable Truth," exploring how it has overshadowed healthy skepticism and evidence-based discussions.

Professor Ruti Teitel explores how societies grapple with collective trauma and seek forgiveness after experiencing major violence and injustices.

Professor Ruti Teitel explores how societies grapple with collective trauma, seeking forgiveness and coping with injustice in the aftermath of violence.

David Bilchitz, a law professor, suggests in his book "Building a Treaty on Business and Human Rights" a legal framework to align business development with the protection of human rights.

David Bilchitz, a law professor at the University of Johannesburg, suggests in his book "Building a Treaty on Business and Human Rights" that a legal framework can harmonize business development with the protection of human rights.

At the 2018 AIS Conference, a plenary session featured a discussion on the Berkeley School's approach to Hebrew literature, aimed at expanding its study beyond traditional boundaries and exploring its connections to other literary traditions.

At the 2018 AIS Conference, scholars Gilad Halpern, Prof. Chana Kronfeld, and Dr. Yael Segalovitz discussed methods to broaden the study of Hebrew literature beyond traditional boundaries, aiming to place it in a more diverse and inclusive literary context.

Dr. Brian Dolbert, an assistant professor of communication at California State University, San Marcos, presents his book "Media and Culture in the US Jewish Labor Movement," focusing on the interwar period.

Professor Lewis Glinert of Dartmouth College discusses his book "The Story of Hebrew," exploring the 3,500-year history of Hebrew from presumed death to its remarkable revival.

Dr. Sara Yael Hirschhorn of Oxford University delves into her book "City on a Hilltop: American Jews and the Israeli Settler Movement" in an exploration of why American Jews are prominently involved in West Bank settlements.

Dr. Ethan Katz discusses his book "The Burdens of Brotherhood: Jews and Muslims from North Africa to France" which explores the complex relationship between North African Jews and Muslims in France during the 20th century.

Professor Cathie Carmichael from the University of East Anglia discussed the political turmoil in the Balkans before World War I during an international workshop on nationalism and violence.

Dr. Bjorn Brenner, a Middle East scholar at the Swedish Defense University, delves into the topic of Hamas rule in Gaza in his book "Gaza Under Hamas: From Islamic Democracy to Islamic Governance."

Professor Frances Raday, a leading voice in international law, examines how legal frameworks can address the impact of patriarchy on women's rights, drawing attention to the intersection of women's rights and human rights.

Dr. Peter Krause's new book "Rebel Power: Why National Movements Compete, Fight, and Win" delves into the dynamics of national struggles, drawing comparisons between the Algerian, Palestinian, Israeli, and Irish movements.