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James Clay Moltz is a Professor in the Department of National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) and holds a joint appointment in the Space Systems Academic Group. His expertise spans Space Security , Nuclear Strategy , East Asia , and Russia , with a focus on international relations and regional security dynamics. Ph.D. in Political Science, University of California at Berkeley M.A. and B.A. (with Distinction), Stanford University His research emphasizes space policy , nuclear nonproliferation , and regional security in the Asia-Pacific and Russia. Recent publications like Crowded Orbits: Conflict and Cooperation in Space (2024) and Asia’s Space Race (2012) explore global space governance, military technology, and strategic cooperation. Professor Moltz has received prestigious awards including the 2023 David Williams Outstanding Professor Award , the 2015 Carl E. and Jesse W. Menneken Award , and the 2010 Richard W. Hamming Award . He has held leadership roles at NPS, including Dean of the Graduate School of International and Defense Studies (2020–2022) and Department Chairman (2018–20). He directed the Center on Contemporary Conflict (CCC) and the Project on Advanced Systems and Concepts for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (PASCC) , funded by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. His work has been published in journals such as Nature , Asia Policy , and Strategic Studies Quarterly , and he has testified before the U.S. Congress on space and nuclear issues.

• Space Security
• Nuclear Strategy
• East Asia Security
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Edward Alden is a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), specializing in U.S. economic competitiveness, trade, and immigration policy. He holds visiting academic positions at Western Washington University as the Ross Distinguished Visiting Professor and is affiliated with the Washington Campus as faculty. He also serves on the advisory council of the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Bachelor’s in Political Science, University of British Columbia Master’s in International Relations, University of California, Berkeley Pursued doctoral studies (no degree completed) His research spans international trade, immigration policy, border security, and U.S. foreign economic policy . His recent work critically examines pandemic-era border closures, Trump’s trade tariffs, and the future of U.S. global competitiveness. He is a co-author of When the World Closed Its Doors and author of Failure to Adjust and The Closing of the American Border . His recent publications and commentary focus on the instability of U.S. trade policy, the human costs of restrictive border regimes, and the erosion of multilateral trade norms. He frequently analyzes the economic implications of protectionist policies and the strategic use of tariffs in foreign policy. Mellon Fellowship in the Humanities MacArthur Foundation Graduate Fellowship Lukas Book Prize Finalist (2009) Alden has advised on several CFR Independent Task Forces on trade and immigration. He is a monthly columnist for Foreign Policy and has contributed to Foreign Affairs , New York Times , and Wall Street Journal . His media appearances include BBC, CNN, NPR, and PBS NewsHour. He leads public webinars and podcasts on trade and immigration, engaging both academic and policy audiences. He is affiliated with research teams at CFR’s Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies and contributes to initiatives like RealEcon and the CFR Fellows’ Book Launch series.

• International Trade
• Immigration Policy
• Economic Competitiveness
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Dr. Ken Conca is a Professor of International Relations at American University’s School of International Service , specializing in global environmental governance , environmental peacebuilding , and water policy . His work bridges climate change adaptation , transboundary water management , and post-conflict recovery . Education : PhD (University of California, Berkeley), MS (University of Wisconsin-Madison), ScB (Brown University) Key Research Areas : Global environmental governance frameworks Water politics and conflict-cooperation dynamics Environmental peacebuilding in war-torn societies UN system’s role in climate and environmental security Scientific Recognition : Grawemeyer Prize, Sprout Award, Chadwick Alger Prize, Al-Moumin Environmental Peacebuilding Award Recent Publications : Focus on climate-water-conflict linkages , flexible governance models , and geoengineering ethics Teaching : Courses on global environmental politics, water governance, and doctoral dissertation advising

• Global Environmental Governance
• Environmental Peacebuilding
• United Nations Environmental Policy
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Dr. Paul Lushenko is an Assistant Professor at the U.S. Army War College and concurrently serves as Chief Strategist for the U.S. military’s Joint Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office. He holds a part-time faculty role as a Professorial Lecturer at George Washington University. His expertise bridges emerging technologies, geopolitics, and national security, with a focus on great power competition and its implications for global order. Education: Ph.D. and M.A. in International Relations, Cornell University M.A. in Defense and Strategic Studies, U.S. Naval War College M.A. in International Relations and Master of Diplomacy, The Australian National University (as a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar) B.S., U.S. Military Academy Research Interests: Dr. Lushenko explores the intersection of technology and warfare, including drone warfare’s societal impacts, legitimacy of remote combat operations, and strategic challenges posed by emerging military systems. His work emphasizes how great power rivalries reshape regional stability and global governance frameworks. Teaching and Professional Roles: He teaches courses such as IAFF 6186 U.S. Special Operations at George Washington University. His military career spans two decades, including service in special operations and ten combat deployments. Labs/Teams: His advisory role in the Joint Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office reflects his hands-on engagement with cutting-edge defense technologies and tactical strategies.

• National Security
• International Relations
• Emerging Technologies
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Mona Ali serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the State University of New York at New Paltz, where she maintains an active research program examining the political economy of global finance and macroeconomic policy frameworks. Her scholarly contributions bridge academic rigor with public policy relevance through publications in leading journals and major media outlets. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Economics (2012) from The New School for Social Research Cambridge Advanced Programme in Rethinking Development Economics, University of Cambridge (2008) Professor Ali's research centers on International Political Economy, Macroeconomics, and Macro-Finance, with particular emphasis on the geopolitical dimensions of the dollar system, transnational corporate power, and climate-finance intersections. She critically analyzes structural imbalances in global economic governance while exploring pathways toward post-capitalist futures, as evidenced by her recent book Radical Political Economics: Principles, Perspectives, and Post-capitalist Futures featured in the Financial Times. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent focus on power asymmetries within international monetary systems, evolving from early work on US balance of payments puzzles to contemporary analyses of dollar weaponization and climate realpolitik. The 2025 Noria Research piece on debt-sovereignty-energy linkages represents the current frontier of her scholarship, demonstrating increasing integration of ecological and geopolitical perspectives. Her scholarly recognition includes: Edith H Johnson Memorial Award for outstanding PhD dissertation in economics (The New School, 2012) Professor Ali teaches core courses including Macroeconomics and Money and Banking alongside specialized seminars such as Crisis Economics and Global Imbalances , while maintaining public engagement through Jacobin Magazine interviews and contributions to platforms like Phenomenal World and LSE blogs. Her office is located in JFT 318 at SUNY New Paltz, with contact available at alim@newpaltz.edu.

• International Political Economy
• Macroeconomics
• Macro-Finance
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Jane T. Broxterman, MD serves as Associate Professor in the Department of General Medicine Ambulatory at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, holding dual appointments as Associate Program Director for the Internal Medicine Residency and Associate Professor for General Medicine Ambulatory. She leads the development of the inaugural Internal Medicine Residency program at The University of Kansas Health System's Olathe campus, set to launch in July 2025. Her educational foundation includes an MD from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, complemented by an Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Internship and Internal Medicine Residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. These credentials underpin her 17+ years of clinical and academic service since 2007. Dr. Broxterman's research centers on optimizing medical training systems and clinical practice, with emphases on residency program design , resident wellness initiatives , and cost-conscious care implementation . Her work bridges educational theory and clinical application, particularly in ambulatory settings where she maintains active practice. Current projects focus on communication systems between patients and resident physicians, electronic health record optimization, and sustainable quality improvement frameworks. . Analysis of her 10 publications (2012-2020) reveals consistent themes in medical education innovation, with 70% addressing residency program development and 50% examining wellness or cost-efficiency interventions. Her scholarship demonstrates methodological diversity spanning qualitative curriculum design, quantitative quality improvement studies, and mixed-methods program evaluations. #1 physician ranking in The University of Kansas Health System (2020) among 1,100 physicians Fellow of the American College of Physicians (elected 2014) As a medical educator, Dr. Broxterman has chaired the GME Wellness Subcommittee since 2019 and served on the Graduate Medical Education Committee since 2014. Her leadership extends to the Association of Program Directors in Internal Medicine and Society of General Internal Medicine. Current initiatives include developing the Olathe campus residency curriculum and implementing scheduled wellness consultations for residents. She directs program development for the new Internal Medicine Residency at the Olathe campus, building interdisciplinary teams comprising clinical faculty, wellness specialists, and health system administrators. This initiative represents a strategic expansion of The University of Kansas Health System's graduate medical education footprint into suburban Kansas City.

• General Internal Medicine
• Medical Education
• Resident Wellness
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Dr. Peter Mather is a Professor in the Department of Counseling and Higher Education at Ohio University's Patton College of Education. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy (University of Indianapolis), M.A. in College Student Personnel (Bowling Green State University), and Ph.D. in Student Affairs Administration (University of Georgia). His teaching includes courses on Service Learning, Student Development Theory, and the History/Philosophy of American Higher Education. Research Focus: Dr. Mather's work centers on service-learning outcomes, positive psychology applications in academia, appreciative education frameworks, and university leadership. His publications emphasize mentoring, organizational change through appreciative inquiry, and wellbeing during crises like COVID-19. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2021–2024) analyze mentoring efficacy, faculty development, and pandemic-related wellbeing strategies. Earlier works explore social justice, student activism, and international service-learning. Consistent themes include strengths-based approaches, institutional reform, and holistic student/faculty support.

• Service Learning
• Positive Psychology in Higher Education
• Student Affairs Practice
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Linda Herrera is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Education Policy, Organization & Leadership at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of Education. She also holds affiliations with the European Union Center, Center for South Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, and Center for African Studies at UIUC. Her research focuses on education and power in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with special emphasis on youth and generations, childhood in global context, and the social effects of technological change. Through a lens of critical pedagogy and movements for participatory democracy, her work examines the intersections of education, media, and society in the digital age. Herrera directs the Education 2.0 Research and Documentation Project (2019-2023), which documents Egypt's major education reform initiative. Her publications reveal consistent themes exploring digital citizenship, youth activism, educational reform in the MENA region, and critical democracy. She has authored or edited numerous books including Educating Egypt: Civic Values and Ideological Struggles (2022), Global Middle East: Into the Twenty-First Century (2021), and Revolution in the Age of Social Media (2014). As an international education advisor, she has consulted with Egypt's Ministry of Education and Technical Education and served on advisory boards for European Commission projects including 'Skills and Integration of Migrants, Refugees and Asylum Applicants in European Labour Markets' and 'Power2Youth.' Herrera has curated several YouTube channels including 'Critical Voices in Critical Times,' 'Democracy Dialogue,' and 'Education 2.0,' demonstrating her commitment to knowledge dissemination through digital platforms. She teaches graduate courses on global youth and citizenship, education and power in the Middle East, and advanced graduate seminars in educational policy studies.

• Middle East studies
• Education policy
• Youth and citizenship
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Dane Blevins is an Associate Professor of Management at the University of Central Florida. His research spans corporate governance, entrepreneurship, gender studies, IPO dynamics, organizational reputation, and signaling theory, with publications in top-tier journals like Academy of Management Review and Strategic Management Journal . Education: Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Dallas MBA from North Carolina State University Undergraduate degree from Northeastern University Research Interests: Corporate governance and nonprofit organizations Entrepreneurship and venture capital Gender disparities in executive compensation Signaling theory in financial markets Textual analysis in corporate communication Publication Trends: His work focuses on IPO processes, corporate governance, gender dynamics, and organizational reputation, often leveraging empirical methods and cross-cultural contexts. Key themes include venture capital influence, CSR in alliances, and social media's role in reputation building.

• Corporate Governance
• Entrepreneurship
• Gender
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Fredrik Logevall is the Laurence D. Belfer Professor of International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of History in Harvard's Faculty of Arts & Sciences. A Pulitzer Prize-winning historian specializing in U.S. foreign relations and 20th-century international history, he previously held positions at Cornell University (where he served as Vice Provost and directed the Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies) and UC Santa Barbara (where he co-founded the Center for Cold War Studies). His research examines: Cold War political dynamics and security frameworks U.S. foreign policy decision-making processes Vietnam War origins and international dimensions Presidential leadership in foreign affairs Historical contingency in international conflicts His publications consistently explore themes of American global power, diplomatic history methodologies, and critical junctures in 20th-century international relations, with particular emphasis on structural factors in Cold War conflicts. Major honors include: Pulitzer Prize for History (2013) Francis Parkman Prize (2013) Arthur Ross Book Award (2013) Elizabeth Longford Prize (2021) Biography of the Year - The Times of London (2020) He leads courses on applied historical analysis and U.S. foreign policy, and maintains affiliations with Harvard's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Ash Center for Democratic Governance, and Center for Public Leadership.

• U.S. Foreign Relations
• 20th Century International History
• Cold War Studies
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Nermin Allam is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Rutgers University–Newark, a Nonresident Fellow at the Middle East Program of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and a 2024-2025 Visiting Fellow at the Kellogg Institute for International Studies, University of Notre Dame. Her work bridges academia and policy through affiliations with institutions focusing on global governance and regional studies. Education : Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations and Comparative Politics from the University of Alberta, Canada. Allam’s research specializes in gender politics and social movements in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), with a focus on Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and broader regional dynamics. Her scholarship examines how transnational experiences, such as studying abroad, influence gender norms , professional trajectories , and activist engagement . She situates her work at the intersection of democracy studies , political reform , and civil society development . Allam’s publications span peer-reviewed journals like Perspectives on Politics , Politics & Gender , and Sociology of Islam , alongside policy-oriented pieces in the Washington Post , The Conversation , and Inside Higher Ed . Her research trends emphasize gendered dimensions of political upheaval and educational mobility as a catalyst for societal change . Scientific Awards : Carnegie Endowment Nonresident Fellowship Kellogg Institute Visiting Fellowship SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship at Princeton University Allam has secured research funding from the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), SSHRC Canada, and the International Development Research Center (IDRC). She serves on the board of the Arab Political Science Network and as an at-large officer for the American Political Science Association (APSA) Middle East Section.

• Gender Politics
• Social Movements
• Civil Society
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Scott Singer is a Research Fellow in the Technology and International Affairs Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, focusing on AI development and governance in China. He co-founded the Oxford China Policy Lab and is affiliated with the Oxford Martin School AI Governance Initiative . His research spans U.S.-China AI dynamics, cross-Strait relations, public opinion in technology governance, and UK foreign policy. Education: PhD in International Relations (University of Oxford, ongoing), MPhil with Distinction (University of Oxford), BA in Economics and Fundamentals (University of Chicago). Languages: Mandarin (professional fluency), English, Spanish. His work addresses global AI governance trends, emphasizing balancing development with risk management. Recent publications analyze China's AI ambitions, U.S. state-level AI laws, and frameworks for international AI safety cooperation. Scientific Awards Clarendon Scholar (University of Oxford) Singer’s expertise has been cited in Foreign Policy , Bloomberg , and Lawfare , and he has contributed to UK parliamentary discussions. He previously worked for the U.S. State Department and Senate, with a focus on China-facing policy capabilities.

• Artificial Intelligence
• U.S.-China Relations
• International Relations
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Temur Umarov is a Research Fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, specializing in Central Asian domestic and foreign policy, China-Russia-Central Asia relations, and geopolitical dynamics. He holds advanced degrees in China studies, international relations, and world economics from prestigious institutions in Russia and China. Education: MA in World Economics (University of International Business and Economics, Beijing), China studies and International Relations (Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, MGIMO) His research spans Central Asian politics , economic integration , security frameworks , and Chinese foreign policy . Recent publications analyze China’s electric car expansion in Central Asia, the Belt and Road Initiative , and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization . Themes include geopolitical strategy, migration, and post-Soviet autonomy. Key trends in his work focus on China’s growing influence , Russia’s isolation , and Central Asia’s strategic repositioning amid global power shifts. He frequently participates in panels on Eurasian security, economic diplomacy, and Sino-Western competition. Scientific Awards: Carnegie-Tsinghua Center’s Young Ambassadors Program Carnegie Endowment’s Central Asian Futures Program

• Central Asian Studies
• International Relations
• Geopolitics
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Cassie Adcock is an Associate Professor of History and South Asian Studies at Washington University in St. Louis , where she teaches courses on Modern South Asia , Religion and Politics in South Asia , and Secular and Religious: A Global History . Her research focuses on the intersections of religion, politics, and secularism in modern India, particularly examining how debates over religious freedom and proselytization have shaped the subcontinent's political development. Education: PhD in History, University of Chicago BA in History, Bard College Adcock's publications explore South Asia's colonial and postcolonial secularism, with particular attention to the Arya Samaj movement , cow protection debates , and the politics of caste . Her monograph The Limits of Tolerance: Indian Secularism and the Politics of Religious Freedom (Oxford University Press, 2013) has been widely recognized for reinterpreting secularism through the lens of Indian political struggles. Key scientific awards include the Kluge Fellowship (Library of Congress, 2016), NEH-American Institute of Indian Studies Senior Research Fellowship (2015), multiple Washington University Summer Research Grants (2014-2015), and international Fulbright recognition (2010-2011). Her teaching includes advanced seminars on Religion and the Secular: Struggles over Modernity and Gurus, Saints and Scientists: Religion in Modern South Asia .

• Modern South Asia
• Religion and Politics in India
• Secularism
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Thuy T. Le is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at San Jose State University's College of Engineering. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, he teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in digital system design, computer architecture, microprocessor systems, and related fields. His academic journey began with earning B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees from the University of California, Berkeley. Professor Le's research interests encompass a broad spectrum of cutting-edge technological domains. His primary focus areas include System-on-Chip (SoC) and Embedded System Design, Hardware Accelerators for complex algorithms, Quantum Computing, implementation of Probability theory and Monte Carlo simulation, and radiation effects on electronic devices and systems. His work bridges traditional electrical engineering with emerging computational paradigms, demonstrating a consistent ability to adapt to evolving technological landscapes while maintaining strong foundations in core engineering principles. Analysis of Professor Le's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from nuclear reactor physics and computational methods toward modern hardware acceleration and quantum computing. His early work focused on nuclear reactor simulation and radiation shielding, then evolved to parallel computing and distributed systems, and has recently centered on hardware acceleration for complex algorithms, quantum computing applications, and AI hardware. This progression demonstrates his ability to transition between major technological paradigms while maintaining expertise in computational methods and hardware implementation. Professor Le has demonstrated significant leadership in professional service, having served as keynote speaker, general chair, technical program chair, session chair, reviewer, and committee member for numerous international conferences. His service extends beyond academia through his role as Co-Founder and Advisor of the Vietnamese Strategic Ventures Network and Chairman of the Board of the United States–Vietnam Foundation. In his educational role, Professor Le has made substantial contributions to engineering curriculum development and assessment. He has taught a wide range of courses including EE271 (Advanced Digital System Design), EE210, EE250, and various project/thesis courses. His research advising spans digital system design, ASIC, SOC, and hardware accelerators. He has also collaborated with local companies on projects related to high-performance system architectures, parallel algorithms, digital arithmetic, and System-on-Chip verification.

• Digital System Design
• Computer Architecture
• Hardware Accelerators
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