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Rhiannon Neilsen is an Assistant Professor at the Marxe School of Public and International Affairs at Baruch College, where she teaches Public Affairs. Her research bridges cybersecurity, genocide prevention, and international ethics, with a focus on digital interventions for atrocity crimes. She holds a PhD in International Relations from the University of New South Wales, an M.Phil. in Politics, and a B.A. in International Relations and German.
- Education:
- Ph.D., International Relations, University of New South Wales (2021)
- M.Phil., Politics, University of New South Wales (2017)
- B.A., International Relations & German, University of Queensland (2015)
Neilsen’s work investigates "cyber manipulation operations" for atrocity prevention, AI ethics in geopolitical contexts, and the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) framework. She has published extensively on digital deterrence strategies, including peer-reviewed articles in Defense Studies, Global Responsibility to Protect, and International Affairs, with a forthcoming book on cyber humanitarian interventions.
Scientific Awards:
- Abraham J. Briloff Ethics Prize (2025)
- Young Women to Watch in International Affairs (2025)
- Ria De Groot Prize (2021)
- Dean's Award for Outstanding PhD Thesis (2021)
- Leo Mahony Bursary Prize (2021)
- Frances V. Harbour Award (2021)
She has served on the AI-Curriculum Committee since 2025 and acts as an officer in the International Association of Genocide Scholars (2024–present). Her research is supported by grants and she contributes as a reviewer for journals like Ethics & International Affairs and Global Responsibility to Protect.
