Jonathan Kelman

Jonathan Kelman is an Assistant Teaching Professor at Arizona State University's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. He holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of California, Irvine (2013), an MA from the same university (2009), and a BA from the University of North Carolina, Asheville (2004). His research focuses on state-enabled international illicit flows, nuclear proliferation, energy policy, and the intersection of energy subsidies with climate change.

His teaching spans energy science, policy, and social studies courses at both undergraduate and honors levels. Notable courses include SOS 314 Basic Energy Science, SOS 315 Energy Policy, and GCU 113 US and AZ Social Studies. Kelman has also contributed to industry through his role as a Research Associate at Mathis Consulting (2011-2013), analyzing energy efficiency standards and utility policies.

His scholarly work addresses topics such as fossil fuel subsidies, nuclear energy dynamics, and the geopolitical consequences of energy markets. Recent publications include analyses of fishery conflicts linked to climate subsidies and typologies of state involvement in illicit networks.

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