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Geoffrey SloanView profile

Associate Professor

• Strategic Studies
• Geopolitical Theory
• Military Doctrine
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Geoffrey Sloan is an Associate Professor at the University of Reading, specializing in strategic studies, geopolitical theory, and intelligence studies. He focuses on British military doctrine, intelligence operations, and Anglo-Irish relations. His research spans the 20th century's geopolitical developments, including the role of intelligence in international politics. He coordinates the Mackinder Forum in the UK and teaches postgraduate programs. Education: BA (Hons), PhD, and PGCE from Keele University. Research Interests: Geopolitical theory evolution Military intelligence's role in conflict British military doctrine history Colonial and postcolonial conflict dynamics Publications reflect deep engagement with British military history, intelligence failures/successes, and strategic thought. His 2025 work examines Irish conflicts, while 2020 publications honor foundational strategic theorists like Colin Gray and Halford Mackinder. No specific grants or advising roles mentioned, though he actively contributes to academic networks like the Mackinder Forum.

Cedric R. TolliverView profile

Associate Professor

• African American Literature
• Cold War Studies
• African Diaspora Literary Culture
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Cedric R. Tolliver is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Oklahoma. He was a National Humanities Center Fellow from 2022-2023 and holds a Ph.D. in English (not explicitly stated but inferred from academic rank and publications). His research focuses on African American literature, Cold War cultural politics, and the African diaspora's literary networks. His notable work includes the award-winning book Of Vagabonds and Fellow Travelers: African Diaspora Literary Culture and the Cultural Cold War (2019), which examines transnational intellectual exchanges during the Cold War. Research interests emphasize intersections of race, politics, and literature, particularly analyzing how Cold War geopolitics shaped African diasporic cultural production. His scholarship appears in venues like Arizona Quarterly and Journal of Postcolonial Writing . He co-edited a special issue on 'Alternative Solidarities: Black Diasporas and Cultural Alliances During the Cold War' (2014). Key Achievements: CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title (2020) National Humanities Center Fellow (2022-2023) His recent work explores Black radicalism and Third World internationalism in contemporary literature, as seen in his 2024 analysis of Lauren Wilkinson’s American Spy . Grants and institutional affiliations include the University of Oklahoma’s Department of English.

Robert N. HornickView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• International Law
• International Arbitration
• Indonesian Law
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Robert N. Hornick is a Part-time Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona's James E. Rogers College of Law, where he has taught since retiring from legal practice in 2006. He brings extensive real-world experience from a 33-year career in international law, with a focus on arbitration and Indonesian legal systems. His educational background includes a J.D. from Harvard Law School (1970) and a B.A. in English from Amherst College (1966). B.A., English, Amherst College, 1966 J.D., Harvard Law School, 1970 Hornick's research and writing bridge legal scholarship and historical inquiry. His primary interests include international arbitration, Indonesian law, and American legal and social history. His works explore forgotten or controversial episodes in history, combining rigorous archival research with narrative storytelling. He has authored and co-authored significant historical books that investigate institutional memory, national identity, and espionage. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend in historical biography and legal history, with interdisciplinary reach into cultural studies, military history, and public memory. His works are published by academic presses such as the University of Massachusetts Press. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his recognition stems from expert testimony before international tribunals and consultancy with major global institutions including the World Bank, U.N.D.P., and U.S.A.I.D. These reflect high professional esteem in the field of law and development. Hornick has advised on law reform and served as an expert witness internationally. Although no formal students are listed, his role as a Professor of Practice suggests mentorship in practical legal training. He was previously partner at Morgan Lewis & Bockius (1996–2006) and Coudert Brothers (1981–1996), where he played leadership roles, including managing partner and executive committee membership. He maintains an active public intellectual presence through his personal website and scholarly publications, contributing to both legal and historical discourse.

Jennifer SiegelView profile

Professor

• Modern European Diplomatic History
• Modern European Military History
• British Empire
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Jennifer Siegel serves as the Bruce R. Kuniholm Distinguished Professor in the Department of History at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. A specialist in modern European diplomatic and military history, she focuses on British and Russian imperial dynamics with particular expertise in financial diplomacy and intelligence operations during pivotal historical periods. Education: Ph.D., Yale University (1998) B.A., Yale University (1990) Professor Siegel's research explores the intersection of finance, military conflict, and diplomatic strategy in European history. Her work examines imperial rivalries in Central Asia, intelligence methodologies across eras, and the economic foundations of international relations. Current projects investigate First World War diplomacy, Rothschild involvement in Russian oil, and civilian intelligence networks in occupied Belgium. She teaches courses spanning European warfare, comparative empires, intelligence history, and the geopolitical history of oil. Her publications reveal consistent thematic threads: the role of financial systems in international order, intelligence as a statecraft tool, and imperial competition dynamics. Key works analyze Anglo-Russian rivalry in Central Asia, wartime economic mobilization, and intelligence failures across historical contexts from Roman times to the Cold War. Scientific Awards: AAASS Barbara Jelavich Prize (2003) for Endgame: Britain, Russia and the Final Struggle for Central Asia Professor Siegel has mentored graduate students in modern European history while securing research support for her archival investigations in Russian and British collections. Her editorial work on Intelligence and Statecraft established frameworks for analyzing intelligence efficacy across historical periods. Current grant activities likely support her ongoing WWI-era projects involving multinational archival research. Though not affiliated with formal research labs, her work exemplifies collaborative historical scholarship through edited volumes and interdisciplinary conference participation. Her future research promises deeper integration of financial history with diplomatic and intelligence studies, particularly regarding energy geopolitics and wartime economic statecraft.

Tobbe PettersonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Intelligence Analysis
• Human-based Intelligence (HUMINT)
• Military Intelligence
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Tobbe Petterson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Political Science at Lund University, specializing in intelligence analysis. With a career spanning over a decade, he has established himself as a leading academic in the field of intelligence studies, particularly focusing on human-based intelligence (HUMINT) and military intelligence. His research interests include: Human-based intelligence (HUMINT) methodology and practice Military intelligence operations and analysis Method development and training issues in intelligence practice Collaboration between academia and intelligence practice Surveillance studies and privacy issues Petterson has been instrumental in bridging the gap between intelligence academia and practice. He coordinates the "Intelligent Intelligence" think tank, where researchers and practitioners from intelligence agencies meet to exchange knowledge. He also serves as coordinator for the ASG project "In the interest of the nation: The importance of language, memory and law for intelligence operations" at the Pufendorf Institute, and manages annual conferences for intelligence personnel at Lund University. His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on intelligence education, methodology, and practice. The research spans medical intelligence, military applications, surveillance studies, and HUMINT methodology. His work often involves collaboration with Swedish intelligence agencies and other security organizations, reflecting his commitment to practical applications of academic research. Petterson completed his doctoral thesis titled "The Scientific Intelligence Operation - On Acquisition and Gender" in 2012, establishing a foundation for his subsequent research in intelligence methodology.

Charles R. GallagherView profile

Professor

• American Catholic history
• Vatican diplomacy
• U.S. diplomatic history
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Charles R. Gallagher, S.J. is a Professor in the History Department at Boston College, where he has taught since 2010 after serving as a visiting fellow at the Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations and previously teaching at the College of the Holy Cross (2004-2006). His academic credentials include a B.D. from the University of London, M.A. from Binghamton University, S.T.B. from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, and Ph.D. from Marquette University. Gallagher's research centers on American Catholic history, Vatican diplomacy, U.S. diplomatic history, 19th-20th century American social history, American religious history, and Holocaust studies. His work critically examines the Catholic Church's role in international relations, antisemitism, and political movements, particularly during the World Wars and Cold War. He explores intersections of religion, nationalism, and state power through meticulous archival analysis. His publications from 2008-2021 reveal consistent thematic focus on papal diplomacy, American Catholic responses to extremism, and Holocaust-era politics. Key works like Vatican Secret Diplomacy (2008) and Nazis of Copley Square (2021) demonstrate his expertise in uncovering suppressed historical narratives through Vatican archives and intelligence records. His major honors include: John Gilmary Shea Prize from the American Catholic Historical Association (2008) William J. Lowenberg Memorial Fellowship at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (2017) Gallagher has secured significant research funding through fellowships like the Lowenberg award and editorial projects including the 2012 Brown University conference proceedings on Pius XI. His current book project on US counterintelligence and the American Catholic Church during WWII continues his investigation of Church-state intelligence relationships. No formal lab or team affiliations are documented in the source material.

• Polemology
• National Security
• Intelligence
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Prof. Dr. Mitko Kotovchevski is a Full Professor at the Institute for Security, Defence and Peace , part of the Faculty of Philosophy at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje. He has been Head of the Institute for Security, Defence and Peace since 2009 and was re-elected in 2013. His academic career spans over three decades, with teaching roles in courses such as Polemology , National Security , Intelligence , and Security Assessments at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Education: Graduated Faculty of Philosophy, Skopje (1975/76), completed postgraduate studies at Faculty of Defense, Belgrade (1981/82), and earned his Doctorate in Science with a dissertation on Demographic characteristics of the Republic of Macedonia (1991). His research focuses on polemology (war theory), national and integral security, intelligence systems, mobilization models, and non-military aspects of security. He has pioneered theoretical frameworks for Macedonia's national security system and conducted extensive analyses on terrorism, organized crime, and geostrategic challenges in the Balkans and beyond. His work includes collaborations with international scholars and contributions to regional security policy. Professor Kotovchevski has led three major national security research projects and authored over 200 expert analyses in publications like Denes , Nova Makedonija , and Defence magazine. He also co-authored articles with global security experts and contributed to forecasting conflicts in Kosovo and Macedonia alongside Johan Galtung. Leadership and Institutions: Founder of the Crisis Management Center (2001) in Macedonia. Deputy Head and Coordinator of Peace Strategies and Non-Military Aspects of Security at the Balkan Peace Center. Member of the Global Strategic Research Initiative at the Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts. Contributor to the MANU project on national security threats. Publications and Languages: Authored 22 books and monographs, including Defendology , National Security , and Counterterrorism Handbooks . Fluent in French, Bulgarian, English, Russian, and Turkish .

Omid David TownsendView profile

Lecturer

• Intelligence Studies
• Cybersecurity
• Counterterrorism
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Omid David Townsend is a PhD candidate at King's College London's Department of War Studies and a member of the King's Intelligence and Security Group (KISG) . He serves as a lead instructor for the University of West Florida’s Intelligence Analysis Program while working in cybersecurity within the private sector. MA in International Affairs (Georgetown University, 2011) BA (Portland State University) His research explores the intersection of technology and human intelligence (HUMINT) operations, focusing on the Russian illegals program. Additional interests include tradecraft, Russia, Iran, KGB/GRU/SVR, HUMINT, counterintelligence, cybersecurity , and regional security dynamics. Recent publications analyze Iranian intelligence activities against religious minorities, European counterintelligence education frameworks, and stress simulation methodologies. Employing mixed-method approaches, his work bridges academic inquiry with operational security practices. King's Centre for the Study of Intelligence : Collaborates on intelligence research and scenario development Defence & Intelligence Community : 12+ years of military and contractor experience in counterterrorism, threat finance, and sanctions enforcement

Irina BoroganView profile

Research Fellow

• Security services
• Internet censorship
• Cyber
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Irina Borogan is a Russian investigative journalist in exile who serves as a Research Fellow at King's College London, based in the Department of War Studies within the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy. She is affiliated with the King's Centre for the Study of Intelligence, which provides a platform for sharing research and ideas in intelligence studies. Her work focuses on Russian security services, internet censorship, and cyber issues, with particular emphasis on the Kremlin's security apparatus and its evolution under Putin. Her research interests span Security services, Internet censorship, Cyber, Russian intelligence, Geopolitics, and Digital governance. Borogan has documented the Kremlin's campaign to gain control of civil society and strengthen police services under the pretext of fighting extremism. She has extensively chronicled the role of Russian intelligence and security agencies in the war in Ukraine, analyzing how the conflict has transformed Russian spycraft and security operations both domestically and internationally. Author of The New Nobility: The Restoration of Russia's Security State and the Enduring Legacy of the KGB (2010) Author of The Red Web: The Struggle Between Russia's Digital Dictators and the New Online Revolutionaries (2015) Author of The Compatriots: The Russian Exiles Who Fought Against the Kremlin (2019, 2022) Her recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on Russian security services' adaptation to the Ukraine conflict, Kremlin cyber strategies, and the evolving relationship between the Russian state and its intelligence apparatus. Borogan's work shows increasing attention to the transnational dimensions of Russian security operations, including cyber imperialism, religious influence campaigns, and the use of private military companies as instruments of state power.

David EasterView profile

Lecturer

• Cold War History
• Middle East Conflict
• Southeast Asian Conflicts
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Dr. David Easter is Lecturer in War Studies and Academic Director for War Studies Online at King's College London. He holds a PhD in International History from LSE and specializes in Cold War intelligence history, British foreign policy, and communications security. His current research examines Soviet involvement in Indonesia during the Cold War, including military operations during the West Irian Crisis. Easter teaches modules on intelligence history and contemporary warfare. His publications analyze signals intelligence evolution, diplomatic cipher systems, and Cold War espionage tactics. He supervises PhD research on naval intelligence history and contributes to the King's Centre for the Study of Intelligence.

Randy BorumView profile

Professor

• Terrorism Studies
• Intelligence Analysis
• Forensic Psychology
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Dr. Randy Borum is a Professor and Director of the School of Information (iSchool) at the University of South Florida (USF), where he also serves as Director of Intelligence and National Security Studies. He previously held a joint appointment as a Senior Behavioral Scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) from 2017 to 2019. His affiliations include advising roles with the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit-1, the U.S. Secret Service, and the United Nations as a Roster Expert in Terrorism. He has held leadership positions such as Past-President of the American Academy of Forensic Psychology and currently serves as Senior Editor for the Journal of Strategic Security and Military Cyber Affairs. Dr. Borum’s research focuses on terrorism, violent extremism, and threat assessment, with expertise in forensic psychology and intelligence analysis. His work explores the psychological and sociocultural dynamics of radicalization, juvenile radicalization, and cyber intelligence. He emphasizes practical applications in counterterrorism, law enforcement protocols, and national security policy. Key areas include: Risk assessment methodologies for violent extremism Behavioral analysis in threat management Cybersecurity and intelligence workforce development Forensic psychology in high-stakes security contexts Policy frameworks for preventing extremist violence In addition to academic leadership, Dr. Borum has led initiatives such as the "Psychology of Terrorism" project for the U.S. Intelligence Community. He collaborates with federal agencies, including the CIA, Department of Defense, and FBI Academy, to develop training programs and analytical tools. His contributions extend to advising on interrogation protocols, protective intelligence strategies, and counter-insider threat measures. Dr. Borum holds notable distinctions, including: Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Psychology Board Certified in Forensic Psychology Listing on the United Nations’ Roster of Experts in Terrorism He directs the School of Information, a hub for advancing cyber intelligence and national security education. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, bridging behavioral science with technological and policy solutions to global security challenges.

David S. LuckeyView profile

Professor

• Fentanyl and Other Synthetic Opioids
• Biological Weapons and Warfare
• Counterterrorism
• +7 more

David S. Luckey is a Senior International/Defense Researcher and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. He previously served as Director of Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Advisor to the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, overseeing Department of Homeland Security oversight and legislation. With over 33 years of federal service, he held roles in the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and Marine Corps Operational Test and Evaluation Activity. A retired Marine Corps Officer, he earned an M.A. in National Security Affairs from the Naval Postgraduate School, and dual M.S. in Air and Space Strategic Studies and MBA from the University of Maryland. His research focuses on fentanyl/opioid crises, biological weapons, counterterrorism, border security, cybersecurity, and intelligence policy. He co-led the bipartisan Commission on Combating Synthetic Opioid Trafficking (2022), producing a 'whole-of-nation' strategy to reduce opioid-related deaths through supply disruption, demand reduction, and harm mitigation. His recent work emphasizes AI risks to CBRN threats and diplomatic approaches to transnational drug challenges.

Christopher A. MoutonView profile

Professor

• Technological Innovation
• Public Policy
• Artificial Intelligence
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Christopher A. Mouton is a Senior Engineer at the RAND Corporation and Professor at the RAND School of Public Policy. His work focuses on technological innovation, public policy, and national security, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence (AI), information operations, aeronautics, and defense economics. He leads research to enhance special operations forces' effectiveness and counter foreign malign information campaigns. Education: Ph.D. in Aeronautics from California Institute of Technology Research Interests: AI applications in national security Cost-effectiveness analysis of defense investments Countering information warfare Biological weapon risk mitigation Military strategy and technology prioritization Key Contributions: Pioneer in detecting foreign information operations using AI Developed methodologies for defense technology prioritization Authored studies on AI's role in biological weapon risks Grants/Advising: Extensive Department of Defense-funded research Collaborations with U.S. Air Force and international partners Labs/Teams: Leads a multidisciplinary team at RAND focused on SOF operational effectiveness Part of AI and National Security Policy working groups

• Modern Literature
• Intelligence and Surveillance Studies
• Cultural History
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Professor James Smith is a faculty member in the Department of English Studies at Durham University, where he has held his position since 2012. His research centers on the intersections of modern literature, culture, and British intelligence services, with particular focus on surveillance, propaganda, and covert operations. He currently leads the Leverhulme Trust-funded project 'The SOE, Covert Action, and the British Cultural Imaginary' (2023-2027) examining the Special Operations Executive's cultural legacy. Smith's research interests include the historical relationship between literature and secret state operations, as evidenced by his book British Writers and MI5 Surveillance, 1930-1960 analyzing security files on major authors. His work extends to contemporary cultural productions, investigating how spy fiction and film (particularly the James Bond franchise and Black Mirror ) engage with modern surveillance paradigms. His scholarship consistently draws on archival materials from intelligence agencies to explore how writers have actively participated in, rather than merely been subjected to, state security apparatuses. His recent publications reveal strong thematic continuity across decades, with consistent focus on intelligence-community representations in cultural works. The 15 most recent articles show predominant engagement with Special Operations Executive legacies (2023-2024), Cold War propaganda mechanisms (2022-2024), and contemporary surveillance discourse in media (2016-2019), demonstrating his sustained scholarly trajectory in intelligence-literature intersections. Philip Leverhulme Prize (2013) for contributions to literary scholarship Leverhulme Trust funding for two major projects (2023-2027 and previous WWII propaganda study) AHRC grant for 'COVID-19 rumours in historical context' as Co-Investigator Smith actively supervises doctoral students including Ash Percival-Borley (SOE oral history), Dazheng Gao, Russell Shanks, and Xiaoge Wang. He has held significant administrative roles including chair of the undergraduate Board of Examiners and leadership of the department's Athena Swan self-assessment team, which secured the department's first bronze award in 2020. His teaching includes the specialized third-year module 'Modern Literature and the British Secret State' alongside broader departmental contributions.

John J. DziakView profile

Adjunct Professor

• intelligence
• counterintelligence
• counter-deception
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Dr. John J. Dziak is an Adjunct Professor at The Institute of World Politics with extensive experience in intelligence and national security affairs. He has served over five decades as a senior intelligence officer and executive in the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Defense Intelligence Agency. He holds a Ph.D. in Russian history from Georgetown University and is a graduate of the National War College. Dr. Dziak specializes in intelligence, counterintelligence, counter-deception, strategic intelligence, weapons proliferation intelligence, and intelligence education. His research focuses on Soviet/Russian security services, military doctrine, and international security relationships. He co-developed and co-directed the master's degree program in Strategic Intelligence at the Defense Intelligence School, which was the predecessor to the current National Intelligence University. His publications reveal a consistent focus on Soviet/Russian intelligence services, military doctrine, and international security relationships. The works span historical analysis of the KGB to contemporary military relationships between major powers. His research shows deep expertise in intelligence history, Soviet military thinking, and the institutional structures that shape security policy. Award-winning author of Chekisty: A History of the KGB Recipient of numerous defense and intelligence awards and citations Dr. Dziak has taught at multiple prestigious institutions including the National War College, National Intelligence University, Georgetown University, and The George Washington University. He continues to lecture extensively on intelligence, military affairs, and security issues throughout the U.S. and abroad. He is currently preparing a book on foreign counterintelligence systems, demonstrating his ongoing engagement with contemporary security challenges.