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Jason C. Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Futures
• Emerging Technology
• Cybersecurity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

LTC Jason C. Brown is an Assistant Professor and research scientist at the Army Cyber Institute, U.S. Military Academy (West Point). His academic work focuses on cybersecurity , futures studies , and emerging technologies , with a specialization in risk management, organizational security, and systems-based decision-making. He actively investigates cyber law, policy, and strategy for Army and defense stakeholders. Ph.D. : Human and Social Dimensions of Science and Technology, Arizona State University M.S. : Information Operations, Naval Postgraduate School M.S. : Information Technology, University of Maryland B.S. : Russian, U.S. Military Academy His research explores intersections between technological/social trends and emerging threats , including extremism , information warfare , cyber-enabled financial crimes , and Chinese soft power . Recent publications analyze gray zone cyber competition , weaponized narratives , and the future implications of disruptive technologies on global security. While no explicit awards are listed, his work directly impacts Army cyber strategy and defense policy. Outside academia, LTC Brown serves as Deputy OIC for the Army Men’s Volleyball club, is a certified USA Volleyball referee, and contributes to church services as an organist. He holds a Ph.D. and multiple master’s degrees in technology and security fields.

Scott Jasperمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Defense Strategy
• Hybrid Warfare
• Cyber Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott Jasper, Ph.D. is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School. His expertise spans defense strategy, hybrid warfare, and cyber policy. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Reading, U.K., and has authored influential books on Russian cyber operations and strategic cyber deterrence. His research focuses on cyber conflict boundaries, hybrid threats, and global commons security. Recent work includes analyzing Russia’s cyber tactics during the Ukraine invasion and evaluating U.S. responses to ransomware attacks. His publications span academic journals, magazines, and blogs, addressing topics like AI-enabled cyber operations, cyber deterrence frameworks, and election security. He has spoken on cyber issues in media such as NPR and provided commentary for international outlets like The Los Angeles Times and Libération. His teaching interests include defense capability development, contemporary conflict dynamics, and cybersecurity policy.

Anton Gerunovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Risk Management
• Finance
• Automated Business Decision Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Anton Gerunov is an Associate Professor in Risk Management and Methods for Public Policy Analysis at the Department of Industrial Economics and Management, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Sofia University. He holds a DEconSc and PhD in Economics. His career spans academia, public service (economic advisor to Bulgaria's Council of Ministers), and private-sector consulting in innovation and e-government projects. He transitioned from part-time to full-time faculty roles since 2011, becoming Associate Professor in 2017. Research focuses on risk management frameworks, automated decision systems, and public policy analysis. Key interests include financial risk modeling, behavioral economics, and digital asset risks. He has contributed to international journals like the International Journal of Public Administration and Journal of Economics and Political Economy . Prof. Gerunov chairs the Institute for Data Ethics and Analytics and serves on the Scientific Council of the Centre for Socio-Economic Systems Modelling. His publications reflect interdisciplinary approaches, blending machine learning with economic theory. Notable recent work addresses cryptocurrency risk metrics, Markov switching models for stock returns, and agent-based analysis of socio-economic choices. He has held roles in e-government policy, emphasizing privacy-by-design methodologies and open data implementation. Current projects include socio-economic enablers of e-government in Bulgaria and experimental studies on economic expectations.

Shannon Prierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Macroeconomics
• Econometric Models
• National Security
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Shannon Prier is a quantitative analyst at the RAND Corporation and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. Her work bridges policy research and quantitative modeling, with a focus on national security, homeland security, macroeconomics, and supply chain resilience. Research Interests: Her primary research areas include Air Force sustainment, combat operations, systemic risk, critical infrastructure protection, and economic impact modeling. She applies econometric and policy analysis methods to challenges in military logistics, climate risk, public health, and urban governance. Her interdisciplinary work spans defense, economics, and public administration. Recent Research Trends: Over the past five years, her publications have consistently addressed high-impact policy issues, including climate risk to national functions, pandemic effects on workers' compensation, financial inclusion for unbanked populations, and smart city data systems. These works reflect a strong emphasis on applied policy solutions, regulatory assessment, and systemic interdependencies in critical sectors. Scientific Contributions: While no formal awards are listed, her body of work demonstrates significant influence in public policy circles, particularly through RAND’s research dissemination. Her reports inform federal and state-level decision-making in areas such as infrastructure resilience and labor policy. Advising and Grants: There is no public information on students she may have advised or specific grants she has led. However, her research is typically conducted under RAND’s sponsored project framework, involving collaboration with government agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Air Force. Labs and Teams: As a RAND researcher, she is part of interdisciplinary project teams, including RAND Project Air Force and the Department of Homeland Security’s CREATE center. These affiliations enable her to contribute to large-scale, policy-relevant studies with national security and economic implications.