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Erika Simpson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Western University, Canada. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Toronto and serves as President of the Canadian Peace Research Association. Her research spans international security, NATO policy, nuclear nonproliferation, and peacekeeping.
- Education: Ph.D., M.A., University of Toronto
Her work examines military strategies, cybersecurity, and nuclear waste governance, with recent focus on Canada’s role in a Covid-19-affected security landscape. She has authored 15+ articles in journals like Peace Review and International Journal, alongside op-eds in The Hill Times and Postmedia Network.
Research Trends: Recent publications analyze NATO’s nuclear strategy post-Ukraine conflict, drone technology in warfare, and geopolitical risks of nuclear waste repositories. She connects game theory to modern security challenges and critiques militarization of space.
- Scientific Awards:
- Shirley Farlinger Lifetime Achievement Award (2015)
- Robert J. Lifton Fellowship
- Liu Institute Visiting Fellow
- NATO Research Fellow
She advises Western University graduate students and collaborates with institutions like the Rideau Institute and Canadian Pugwash Group. Her media commentary spans CTV News, Sputnik News, and Urdu News.
