Knowledge Exchange on War, Terrorism, and Torture?

Abstract:

My research on the ethics of war, terrorism, and torture clarifies these concepts and tries to show under which circumstances, if ever, war, terrorism, and torture are justified. A main focus of my research has always been to avoid the double standards that are often employed when these contentious topics are discussed. I have tried to disseminate my research not only in academic publications, but in radio shows, TV shows, newspapers, magazines, and public lectures; and I had the opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas with members of the military. In the talk I will sketch my research and point to some of the problems and challenges of "knowledge exchange" in this area.