Visual International Relations Project
Unraveling the intricacies of international relations through visual summaries. VIRP transforms complex academic arguments into accessible, visual formats for enhanced understanding.
Interactive Diagram Experience
Engage with high-resolution, zoomable images and embedded PDFs for a detailed examination of complex academic arguments in a user-friendly format.
Advanced Search Functionality
Effortlessly locate specific diagrams with our powerful search tool, capable of handling multiple keywords to refine and target your academic inquiries.
Comprehensive Visual Repository
Access an extensive collection of diagrams that visually encapsulate key concepts and theories in international relations.
Educational Resources
We serve as a valuable educational tool for students and scholars alike, simplifying the study of international relations through visually represented data and theories.
The hippo pod you see looks huge and not headed anywhere in particular. In spite of many accomplishments over the course of its initial century, the academic discipline of international relations arguably looks much the same.
Proliferating subject matter, terminology, and methods collectively pose a great challenge to communication and thereby impede progress for the field as a whole.
Through the resources on this website, it is hoped that the virp can facilitate a way forward via more constructive engagement that is based on a visual approach.
Featured Diagrams
Browse through some of our featured diagrams that highlight key international relations concepts.
Carter and Lemke 2022_Birth Legacies and State Failure
The 1000th diagram published on the VIRP website!
VIRP's Mission & Goals
About VIRP
At the heart of VIRP is our commitment to enhancing academic discourse in international relations through visual means. Learn more about our mission and the goals driving our project.
Behind VIRP
Meet Dr. Patrick James, the visionary behind VIRP, and learn about his journey and contributions to the field of international relations.
VIRP in the News
Stay updated with the latest news, awards, and recognitions related to VIRP and its impact in the academic world.