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Dr. Do Young Lee is an Assistant Professor and Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Political Science, University of Oslo, and a fellow at the Oslo Nuclear Project. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and the George Washington University. He earned his PhD in Political Science from the University of Chicago (2020), with additional predoctoral fellowships at the Institute for Security and Conflict Studies. His research focuses on extended deterrence strategies, nuclear politics in the Asia-Pacific, and alliance dynamics. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of Chicago (2020) MA and BA in Political Science, Korea University Military service: Special Commando Battalion, Republic of Korea Marine Corps (2005–2007) Research Interests: Strategies of extended deterrence Nuclear weapons proliferation Alliance commitments and cohesion Technology diffusion in military contexts International relations of the Asia-Pacific Publications reflect a focus on US alliances with Japan/South Korea, nuclear cooperation between North Korea and Russia, and US nuclear assistance strategies. His work appears in Security Studies , The Chinese Journal of International Politics , and The Washington Quarterly . Research funding supported by the Smith Richardson Foundation, Charles Koch Foundation, Scowcroft Institute, and George Washington University. Teaches courses including 'Politics and Strategy in the Nuclear Age' and 'Conflict and Cooperation.'

• International Security
• Nuclear Weapons
• Extended Deterrence
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Olav Lysne serves as a Professor and Simula Fellow within the Simula Cyber Security Department at Simula Research Laboratory, an independent Norwegian ICT research institute. His work centers on the security of critical digital infrastructure, with active engagement in national cybersecurity policy formulation and public discourse through government briefings, academic collaborations, and media contributions. Professor Lysne's research spans cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection, 5G security, cyber warfare, and AI regulation. He investigates resilience mechanisms for digital communication systems, geopolitical dimensions of telecommunications, and regulatory frameworks governing emerging technologies. His focus includes pandemic-era digital contact tracing efficacy and military-cybersecurity intersections, emphasizing practical implementation of security principles in national infrastructure. Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals consistent emphasis on national cybersecurity strategy development, 5G geopolitical tensions, and AI's societal impacts. Key trends include translating technical security requirements into policy frameworks, assessing wartime cyber operations, and addressing regulatory complexity in critical infrastructure protection across telecommunications and defense sectors. Professor Lysne has supervised PhD candidate J. M. Evang, whose 2024 Oslo Metropolitan University thesis examined resilient networks for critical services. His advisory extends to government agencies including Norway's National Security Authority and Ministry of Justice, where he provides expertise on digital risk management and cyber warfare preparedness. As a core member of Simula Cyber Security, Lysne contributes to research teams focused on securing national digital infrastructure through collaborations with Norwegian government entities, defense organizations, and international academic partners.

• Cybersecurity
• Critical Infrastructure Security
• 5G Security
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Hasini Ransala Liyanage is a Doctoral Research Fellow at the Oslo Nuclear Project within the Department of Political Science at the University of Oslo. Her research focuses on nuclear non-proliferation, extended deterrence, and alliance dynamics within international law and politics. Prior to this role, she worked as a legal researcher at the Swedish Defense University and Swedish Red Cross. Her academic background includes: Master of Social Science in Peace and Conflict Studies from Uppsala University, Sweden LL.B in International Law from University College London BA in International Relations from University of Colombo Liyanage's research examines nuclear deterrence mechanisms, alliance politics under nuclear umbrellas, and non-proliferation frameworks through interdisciplinary lenses of international law and security studies. She investigates how legal doctrines interact with strategic stability in nuclear-armed alliances and global security architectures. Her publications, including a 2025 European Journal of International Relations article on ICC engagement, demonstrate consistent focus on international legal frameworks intersecting with security policy. These works analyze tensions between principled legal arguments and pragmatic policy implementation in global governance contexts. She received the Swedish Institute Global Professionals Scholarship in 2019. Liyanage teaches courses including International Security Policy (STV2230) and Politics and Strategy in the Nuclear Age (STV4252), while assisting seminars on game theory in warfare and nuclear conflict. Her academic activities are centered within the Oslo Nuclear Project, which conducts critical research on nuclear weapons policy and strategic stability.

• Nuclear deterrence
• Extended nuclear deterrence
• Alliance dynamics
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Fabian Rene Hoffmann is a Doctoral Research Fellow at the Oslo Nuclear Project (ONP) , affiliated with the Department of Political Science at the University of Oslo under the Faculty of Social Sciences. His work focuses on the strategic implications of conventional and nuclear weaponry. MA in War Studies from King's College London BA in International Relations from the University of Groningen Research Interests Hoffmann specializes in missile technology, nuclear strategy, and defense policy. His PhD investigates how long-range strike weapons affect deterrence dynamics in modern conflicts. His expertise extends to media commentary, where he contributes to global discussions on security and military affairs. Publications & Media Engagement He has published in academic journals, scientific reports, op-eds, and magazines. His analysis appears in major outlets like CNN , New York Times , and Der Spiegel . His 2024 article on long-range strike weapons establishes a framework for analyzing their strategic impact. Projects Affiliated with the Oslo Nuclear Project (ONP) , focusing on interdisciplinary nuclear policy research.

• International Relations
• Nuclear Weapons Policy & Strategy
• Missile Technology
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