Elizabeth Feliciano
Pronouns: She/Her
Research Mentor(s): Anthony Marcum
Research Mentor School/College/Department: Program in International and Comparative Studies / LSA
Program:
Authors: Anthony Marcum, Elizabeth Feliciano
Session: Session 1: 9:00 am – 9:50 am
Poster: 22
Abstract
The focus of our research aims to examine how arbitrators are selected and how payment methods influence the outcome of their disputes. It expands on the research of Susan D. Franck, who studied different methods of resolving international disputes, including tribunals and arbitration. While Franck’s research constituted a significant contribution to her field of study, it left unanswered questions pertaining to the underlying determinants of specific arbitration outcomes. This project answers these questions using the ICSID database, where information is collected on arbitration cases, as well as arbitrators. We also gathered data from personal CV’s when they were available online. We placed this information into folders and sheets to then be sorted by Excel in order to gain better insight into various patterns throughout arbitration cases. Ultimately, the goal of this research is to contribute to the enhancement of international trade dispute resolution mechanisms. In its current form, the research is being used to find patterns, such as the amount of gender-based demographic selection that occurs in different arbitration cases. Our broader ambition through this project is to improve the process of resolving international trade disputes by establishing clearer guidelines regarding the structure and protocol of selecting a resolution format and its arbitrators if applicable.
