In Malnutrition’s Aftermath, Researchers See a Hidden Crisis—Education
Millions of malnourished children are at risk of problems in their cognitive development, say experts.
Tunisian Professors Flee the Country for Better Salaries
Hundreds of Tunisian professors are leaving the country each year, putting the quality of higher education in the country at risk, policy makers say.
Scholars Examine the Cultural Lives of Jihadists
A new book explores how jihadists use poetry, music and video to strengthen their cause.
Some Gains, Many Sacrifices: Women’s Rights in Tunisia
Since the country’s independence, the position of women has been a point of both pride and controversy.
Tunisian Researchers Probe the Roots of Radicalization
With support from the higher education ministry, four collaborative research projects seek to understand how terrorism begins among young people, its impact, and how to stop it.
Making Sense of the Arab Uprisings’ Aftermath: Think Small
In drawing lessons from the 2011 Arab uprisings and their after-effects, scholars should zoom in on experiments in governance and activism, even if they failed.
Historical Wounds Are Not Healing in Tunisia
Transitional justice process sparks debate about how historians have treated the country’s founding father and his legacy.
Scholarships Prepare New Leaders in Tunisia
Thomas Jefferson Scholarships to U.S. colleges increase the employment rate and volunteerism rate among participating Tunisian students.
Academic Books Flourish at Tunisia’s Book Fair
The Tunis International Book Fair welcomed a large crowd—and academic books were among the key attractions.
Students as a Political Barometer of Tunisian Society
What makes an activist, a Tunisian researcher asks.
