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James Forest is a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Lowell in the School of Criminology and Justice Studies and concurrently holds a Visiting Professor position at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University. He also serves as a Senior Fellow at the U.S. Joint Special Operations University and co-editor of the peer-reviewed journal Perspectives on Terrorism. His career includes roles at the U.S. Military Academy, where he served as Assistant Dean and Director of Terrorism Studies.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA, USA (1998)
- M.A., Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, USA (1994)
- B.S., Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA (1993)
Research Interests: Forest specializes in international security studies, homeland security, weapons of mass destruction, and terrorism. His work extends to digital influence warfare, political propaganda, and the intersection of crime and terrorism. He frequently addresses contemporary threats like QAnon, disinformation campaigns, and the evolving tactics of extremist groups.
Publications & Contributions: Forest has authored influential books such as Digital Influence Mercenaries (2022) and Essentials of Counterterrorism (2015). His articles explore topics like crime-terror interactions and the economics of social media manipulation. He actively contributes to policy discussions on counterterrorism and homeland security.
Teaching: At Fletcher School, he teaches courses like "Modern Terrorism and Counterterrorism," emphasizing practical applications of academic research. His teaching spans both undergraduate and graduate levels, integrating real-world case studies.
Professional Activities: As a Senior Fellow at JSOU, he advises on military and counterterrorism strategies. His blog and media engagements highlight his role as a public intellectual, addressing issues like fake news and domestic extremism.
