Alex Campbell

Alex Campbell is a Research Fellow at the Center for Global Security Research (CGSR) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, focusing on strategic competition in cyberspace, offensive cyber strategy, norm development, and data privacy.

Education:

• M.A. in International Affairs, Columbia University
• B.A. in Political Science, Columbia University

Research Interests: Campbell's work investigates the geopolitical dimensions of cyber conflict, emphasizing offensive operations, international norm evolution, and data privacy challenges. His research particularly addresses strategic competition dynamics between major powers and critical infrastructure vulnerabilities in cyberspace.

Publication Trends: Recent publications examine cyber incidents targeting nuclear facilities and doctrinal approaches to persistent cyber engagement. These analyses reveal complexities in attack attribution, critical infrastructure protection, and the geopolitical barriers to establishing cohesive international cyber norms.

Research Environment: As part of CGSR, Campbell contributes to multidisciplinary teams tackling global security threats through evidence-based policy research and strategic analysis.