He did much to establish peace studies as an academic discipline.
Smith's pacifist views saw him develop an interest in peace studies.
He is also a Quaker author in the area of peace studies and conflict resolution.
Kakabadze also works in the field of peace studies and conflict resolution.
"But the whole concept of peace studies has become much more middle of the road, less controversial."
The basic premise of peace studies is to give alternative approaches to conflict resolution a chance.
The curriculum includes such things as drama, peace studies and organic farming.
His main concern was to legitimize peace studies as a worthy academic pursuit.
Teachers of the new programs say that peace studies are gradually becoming accepted as a legitimate field, and an important academic pursuit for today's citizens.
Professor Bay's areas of scholarly interest included peace studies, political philosophy and the psychology of politics.