Robert Farley

Dr. Robert Farley is a Senior Lecturer at the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce, University of Kentucky, specializing in national security, military technology, and international relations. He has taught courses since 2005 and contributes extensively to journals like National Interest and The Diplomat: APAC.

• Education: BS (University of Oregon, 1997), PhD (University of Washington, 2004)
• Key Responsibilities: School website management, Patterson podcast, recruitment leadership

His research explores financial aspects of warfare, space militarization, defense industry dynamics, and strategic lessons from history. Recent publications analyze military readiness, cybersecurity, and technological diffusion in defense sectors. Dr. Farley also co-founded and edits the blog Lawyers, Guns and Money, providing critical commentary on security and policy issues.

His teaching portfolio includes courses on diplomacy, cybersecurity, European institutions, and defense statecraft. He has authored influential books such as Grounded: The Case for Abolishing the United States Air Force and The Battleship Book, blending historical analysis with contemporary defense debates.