Editing Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars (section)

== Research Areas and Programs ==
The Wilson Center conducts research on a wide range of global issues and provides insights into critical areas of international relations, economics, and public policy. Some of its major research areas include:
* **Global Security and Conflict Resolution**: The Wilson Center conducts research on international security, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and the role of diplomacy in addressing global challenges such as terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and regional conflicts.
* **International Trade and Economics**: The center provides research on global trade, economic governance, and the economics of development. It explores the impact of trade agreements, foreign investment, and global financial systems on economies around the world.
* **Energy and Environment**: The Wilson Center examines issues related to energy security, climate change, environmental sustainability, and the global transition to clean energy. It also explores how energy policies impact global stability and economic development.
* **International Relations and Diplomacy**: The center focuses on the dynamics of global politics, regional diplomacy, and the role of international institutions such as the United Nations, World Bank, and World Trade Organization in shaping global governance.
* **Democracy and Governance**: The Wilson Center explores the functioning of democratic systems, the promotion of human rights, and the challenges of governance in both established democracies and emerging states. It also addresses issues related to political freedom, civil rights, and rule of law.
* **Science, Technology, and Innovation**: The center examines how scientific and technological developments affect international relations, public policy, and global competitiveness. It addresses the role of innovation in areas such as healthcare, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and climate change.
* **Regional Studies**: The Wilson Center runs several regional programs that focus on specific areas of the world, such as:
  * **Latin America**: Analyzing political, economic, and social issues in Latin America and the Caribbean.
  * **Asia**: Research on East Asia, South Asia, and the Pacific, including U.S.-China relations, security, and trade.
  * **Africa**: Examining political, economic, and social issues in sub-Saharan Africa and North Africa.
  * **Middle East and North Africa**: Research on the political dynamics, conflicts, and governance in the Middle East and North Africa.