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Stephan Fruehlingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Australian defence policy
• Nuclear weapons
• Alliances
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Stephan Frühling is a leading academic in strategic and defence studies at The Australian National University's (ANU) Strategic and Defence Studies Centre. He specialises in Australian defence policy, nuclear weapons, NATO, and alliance dynamics. His research bridges academic analysis and policy impact, contributing to national security strategies such as the 2016 Defence White Paper. He has held key administrative roles, including Acting Head of his Centre (2022), Associate Dean (2016–2022), and inaugural Director of the ANU Master in Military Studies program (2011–2013). His international experience includes a Fulbright Fellowship at Georgetown University (2017) and research roles at NATO's Defence College (2015). His research focuses on deterrence theory, Indo-Pacific security, and alliance resilience, with a particular emphasis on Australia's strategic position amid rising great power competition. Recent work examines NATO-Asia partnerships, extended nuclear deterrence, and the evolving role of Australia-US alliances in regional stability. Professor Frühling's projects include Pathways of Deterrence: Causal Chains of 21st Century Signalling (2024–2027) History of Strategic Policy since 1976 (ongoing) AusCSCAP DFAT-funded diplomacy initiatives His 146+ publications span books, policy papers, and peer-reviewed articles, addressing topics such as force development in small/middle powers, nuclear strategy, and regional security dynamics. His work is cited widely in policy circles and academia, reflecting its practical relevance to contemporary strategic challenges.

Do Young Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• International Security
• Nuclear Weapons
• Extended Deterrence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Do Young Lee is an Assistant Professor and Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Political Science, University of Oslo, and a fellow at the Oslo Nuclear Project. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and the George Washington University. He earned his PhD in Political Science from the University of Chicago (2020), with additional predoctoral fellowships at the Institute for Security and Conflict Studies. His research focuses on extended deterrence strategies, nuclear politics in the Asia-Pacific, and alliance dynamics. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of Chicago (2020) MA and BA in Political Science, Korea University Military service: Special Commando Battalion, Republic of Korea Marine Corps (2005–2007) Research Interests: Strategies of extended deterrence Nuclear weapons proliferation Alliance commitments and cohesion Technology diffusion in military contexts International relations of the Asia-Pacific Publications reflect a focus on US alliances with Japan/South Korea, nuclear cooperation between North Korea and Russia, and US nuclear assistance strategies. His work appears in Security Studies , The Chinese Journal of International Politics , and The Washington Quarterly . Research funding supported by the Smith Richardson Foundation, Charles Koch Foundation, Scowcroft Institute, and George Washington University. Teaches courses including 'Politics and Strategy in the Nuclear Age' and 'Conflict and Cooperation.'

Dale Copelandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• International Political Economy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dale Copeland is a Professor of International Affairs at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, University of Virginia. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and is a leading scholar in international relations, specializing in security studies and international political economy. His research explores the interplay between economic interdependence, reputation, and state behavior, particularly in great power relations. Ph.D., University of Chicago His research focuses on security studies , international political economy , and IR theory , with particular emphasis on the causes of war, economic interdependence, bargaining and coercion, and the impact of rising and declining power. He investigates how trade, finance, and military behavior are interconnected and how states build reputations in international politics. His recent and past publications reveal a consistent focus on the conditions under which economic interdependence leads to peace or conflict. His work combines historical case studies with theoretical rigor, often engaging with realism, liberalism, and constructivism. Key themes include preventive war, reputation dynamics, trade expectations, and the strategic use of economic tools in foreign policy. His scientific awards include: International Studies Association Best Book Award (2017) MacArthur Fellowship Mellon Fellowship Post-doctoral Fellowship at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Harvard University Professor Copeland has advised numerous students and contributed to major scholarly debates through symposia on his work in International Security Studies Forum and Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research . He has received significant research support through prestigious fellowships and grants, enabling his influential publications. He is currently working on a book about commerce and American foreign policy and a new project on coercion without war. He is affiliated with the Frank Batten School and contributes to its mission of training future leaders in public policy and international affairs. His research informs both academic discourse and policy-relevant understanding of international conflict and cooperation.

Vipin Narangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Proliferation
• Nuclear Strategy
• International Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vipin Narang is the Frank Stanton Professor of Nuclear Security and Political Science at MIT's Security Studies Program. He served as Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy (2022–2024), awarded the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service. His research focuses on nuclear proliferation, strategy, and South Asian security. Narang holds a PhD from Harvard University (2010) and advanced degrees from Stanford and Oxford. He has authored seminal works like *Nuclear Strategy in the Modern Era* (2014) and *Seeking the Bomb* (2022). Education: PhD (Harvard), M.Phil (Oxford), MS/BS (Stanford). Fellowships: Harvard Olin Institute, Belfer Center, Stanford CISAC. Research interests include North Korea's nuclear program, deterrence theory, and geopolitical competition. Key achievements: 2020 ISSS Emerging Scholar Award (ISA), 2015 ISA Best Book Award. Advising focuses on defense policy and nuclear strategy. Active in policy circles, often commenting on India-China tensions, North Korea, and US defense strategy. Labs/Teams: MIT Security Studies Program, affiliated with Project on Managing the Atom (Harvard). Ongoing work explores multipolar deterrence, AI in command systems, and hypersonic weapons implications.

Simon Milesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cold War
• International Relations
• Diplomatic History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon Miles is an Associate Professor at the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University , where he has been affiliated since 2017. His research specializes in Cold War diplomatic and military history, with a focus on US-Soviet relations and the relevance of historical lessons to contemporary geopolitics. Ph.D. in History from the University of Texas at Austin (2017) M.A. in International Relations from the London School of Economics (2011) B.A. in History from the University of Toronto (2010) Miles analyzes Cold War-era archives from both Western and Eastern bloc nations to understand superpower cooperation and rivalry. His work challenges prevailing narratives, such as the mythologized Able Archer 83 military exercise, and examines the Warsaw Pact's role in Cold War security dynamics. His current research extends to the lived experiences of Soviet intelligence officers during Gorbachev's reforms. The trajectory of his recent publications highlights a shift from high-level diplomatic analysis (e.g., Johnson and Reagan administrations) to grassroots perspectives within Soviet institutions. His cross-disciplinary approach bridges public policy, history, and political science, often contextualizing Cold War strategies within modern geopolitical frameworks.

• National Security
• Nuclear Weapons
• Russia
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Graham T. Allison, Jr. is the Douglas Dillon Professor of Government at Harvard Kennedy School, where he has taught for five decades. He previously served as the Founding Dean of Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government and as Director of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs until 2017. His career spans academia, government service, and international policy analysis, with significant contributions to national security studies and international relations. Dr. Allison's educational background includes: Davidson College Harvard College (B.A., magna cum laude, in History) Oxford University (B.A. and M.A., First Class Honors in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics) Harvard University (Ph.D. in Political Science) As a leading analyst of national security, Dr. Allison specializes in nuclear weapons policy, US-Russia relations, US-China relations, and decision-making processes in international crises. His research has profoundly influenced how scholars and policymakers understand great power competition and conflict prevention. He is particularly renowned for developing the concept of the "Thucydides Trap" to analyze the historical patterns when a rising power threatens to displace an established power. Dr. Allison's recent scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on contemporary geopolitical challenges, particularly US-China strategic competition, nuclear weapons policy, and conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. His publications bridge academic rigor with policy relevance, often providing historical context to current crises while offering concrete recommendations for policymakers. The breadth of his work spans traditional academic journal articles, policy briefs, and commentary in major media outlets, demonstrating his commitment to engaging both scholarly and public audiences. Dr. Allison has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to national security: Defense Department's highest civilian award, the Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service Distinguished Public Service Medal (awarded twice - first by Secretary Cap Weinberger and second by Secretary Bill Perry) Throughout his career, Dr. Allison has advised multiple presidential administrations, serving as Assistant Secretary of Defense in the Clinton Administration and Special Advisor to the Secretary of Defense under President Reagan. He has been a member of the Secretary of Defense's Advisory Board for every Secretary from Weinberger to Mattis. His work has been supported by significant sponsored projects including the "Russia Matters Web Portal" funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and programs to help students train for Russia-related jobs funded by the U.S. Russia Foundation. Dr. Allison has maintained strong connections with the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, which he directed until 2017 and which remains ranked as the "#1 University Affiliated Think Tank" in the world. Through the Belfer Center, he has fostered relationships with international security experts from around the world, particularly with Israeli security officials and analysts with whom he has collaborated extensively.

• Great Power Competition
• Alliance Management
• East Asia Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Evan Montgomery serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Georgetown University's Center for Security Studies (CSS) and holds dual roles as Senior Fellow and Director of Research and Studies at the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments (CSBA). His work focuses on great power competition, East Asia security dynamics, nuclear strategy, and U.S. defense policy. Dr. Montgomery earned his B.A. from Villanova University and M.A./Ph.D. in political science from the University of Virginia. His academic career includes a 2016-2017 stint as Special Advisor to the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, focusing on defense innovation and nuclear modernization. His research emphasizes geopolitical challenges posed by China's rise, alliance management in Indo-Pacific regions, and modern deterrence frameworks. Recent publications include major CSBA reports on U.S. defense strategy and nuclear deterrence in the second nuclear age. Awarded prestigious fellowships from the Smith Richardson Foundation and Council on Foreign Relations, his work appears in top-tier journals like International Security and Security Studies . His 2015 book In the Hegemon’s Shadow explores how leading states navigate rising regional powers. Active in policy circles, he contributes analysis to Foreign Affairs and The Wall Street Journal , bridging academic research with practical defense strategy recommendations.

Stefanie von Hlatkyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and Security
• Women Peace and Security Agenda
• NATO Military Operations
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Stefanie von Hlatky is a Professor and Canada Research Chair in Gender, Security, and the Armed Forces in the Department of Political Studies at Queen's University's Faculty of Arts and Science. She is also a fellow with the Centre for International and Defence Policy (CIDP) and co-director of the Canadian Defence and Security Network. Her academic journey includes positions at Georgetown University, the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, Dartmouth College, ETH Zurich, and she served as a Fulbright Visiting Research Chair at the University of Southern California. Dr. von Hlatky's research focuses on how greater diversity and inclusion can improve prospects for peace, particularly examining the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda within international security organizations. Her work explores gender integration in military operations, NATO's adaptation to security challenges, and alliance politics. She has conducted extensive fieldwork and interviews across NATO missions in Iraq, Kosovo, and the Baltics. Her research output shows a strong trend toward examining gender integration in military contexts, NATO's evolving role in contemporary security challenges, and Canadian defense policy. Recent publications increasingly address Ukraine-related security dynamics, NATO's adaptation to Russian aggression, and the practical implementation of gender perspectives in military operations. Her work bridges theoretical insights with policy-relevant analysis, emphasizing the tension between operational effectiveness and genuine gender equality in military contexts. Canada Research Chair in Gender, Security, and the Armed Forces As founder of Women in International Security – Canada, Dr. von Hlatky actively mentors emerging scholars and practitioners in the field. Her research has been supported through various grants that enable extensive fieldwork with military personnel across multiple NATO operations. She frequently engages with defense policymakers to translate academic insights into practical recommendations for military organizations. Dr. von Hlatky leads research teams examining conflict-resolution techniques within top international security organizations. Her approach combines qualitative fieldwork with policy analysis to assess how gender perspectives are integrated into military operations and how these integrations affect both operational outcomes and broader peacebuilding efforts.

Frank G. Klotzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Nuclear Deterrence
• Military Strategy
• Nuclear Non-Proliferation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frank G. Klotz is an Adjunct Senior Fellow and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. A retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General, he previously served as Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security and Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration (2014–2018). His military career included roles such as Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command and Defense Attaché in Moscow. Education: U.S. Air Force Academy graduate Rhodes Scholar at the University of Oxford (M.Phil. and D.Phil. in international relations/politics) National War College graduate Research Focus : Nuclear deterrence, military strategy, U.S.-Russia relations, and arms control. His work emphasizes reducing nuclear proliferation, maintaining a modernized nuclear triad, and improving defense budgeting processes through comparative organizational studies. Key Contributions: Authored analyses on extending the New START treaty, modernizing nuclear systems, and avoiding space weaponization. His expertise bridges military operations, policy analysis, and international diplomacy.

Stephen Quackenbushمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Conflict
• Deterrence Theory
• Strategic Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen L. Quackenbush is a Professor and Director of Defense and Strategic Studies at the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs, University of Missouri. His expertise spans international conflict, deterrence theory, strategic studies, and bridging academic-policy divides. He created the MA in Defense and Strategic Studies program and previously served as President of the International Studies Association-Midwest. Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aerospace Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology Master of Science (MS) in Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science, University at Buffalo, SUNY Research Interests: General and extended deterrence mechanisms Gray zone conflicts and geopolitical strategy Counterinsurgency dynamics and military effectiveness Policy applications of strategic studies His recent work emphasizes updating conflict datasets (e.g., Politically Active Dyads) and addressing accidental warfare risks. He has authored influential books like Understanding General Deterrence and International Conflict: Logic and Evidence . Awards: Recipient of the Bronze Star Medal for service during Operation Iraqi Freedom while in the U.S. Army. Led initiatives in curriculum development (MA program creation) and contributed to defense policy debates through game-theoretic models of extended deterrence in Northeast Asia and Middle Eastern conflicts.

Seung Whan Choiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Political Violence
• Terrorism Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Seung Whan Choi is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Missouri, Columbia (2002). His research focuses on international relations, political violence, nationalism, terrorism, and U.S. foreign policy, with a regional emphasis on East Asia and the Korean Peninsula. He explores topics such as the impact of nationalism on political violence, the strategic logic of suicide terrorism, and the dynamics of U.S. engagement with authoritarian and democratic regimes. Dr. Choi’s work critically examines the interplay between economic policies, human rights, and security interventions. He has contributed to debates on U.S. military interventions, sanctions, and their unintended consequences, including transnational terrorism. His recent analyses address geopolitical tensions in Korea, including nuclear deterrence, leadership transitions, and the implications of democratic instability on regional security. His articles highlight recurring themes such as the failure of liberal peace frameworks, the role of civil society in conflict resolution, and the challenges of balancing sovereignty with international human rights norms. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his extensive publication record reflects sustained scholarly engagement with pressing global issues. Dr. Choi’s advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text, though his academic contributions suggest involvement in research initiatives related to international security and political violence. He maintains an active presence in academic discourse through peer-reviewed articles, book reviews, and public commentary on contemporary political challenges.

• International Relations
• Nuclear Weapons
• Security Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas Fraise is a Postdoc at the Department of Political Science, University of Copenhagen, specializing in nuclear deterrence, secrecy, and Cold War history. His work focuses on NATO extended deterrence rituals and democratization challenges in nuclear states. Affiliation: University of Copenhagen (ERC RITUAL DETERRENCE project) Previous: MIT Security Studies Program (Stanton Nuclear Security Fellow 2023-2024), Sciences Po Paris (Nuclear Knowledges program) Research interests span nuclear politics, democratic erosion through secrecy, Cold War institutional analysis, and historiography of deterrence. His publications examine nuclear testing's environmental and political consequences, secrecy mechanisms, and strategic canon evolution. Scientific contributions include: 2025 study on French nuclear program's democratic impact 2024 analyses of nuclear-environmental compartmentalization 2023 work on UK/France/Sweden nuclear secrecy 2022 archival revelations about Algerian nuclear testing He holds a PhD from Sciences Po Paris and maintains collaborations across European political science institutions.

Lauren Sukinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Nuclear Deterrence
• Alliance Politics
• International Security
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lauren Sukin is Assistant Professor of International Relations at LSE and Nonresident Scholar in Carnegie Endowment's Nuclear Policy Program. Her research examines nuclear deterrence paradoxes, alliance security dilemmas, and crisis communication in East Asia. Published in Journal of Conflict Resolution and International Security on extended deterrence risks and nuclear proliferation drivers. Research demonstrates how credible security guarantees can inadvertently fuel proliferation incentives in allied states. Current projects investigate public opinion dynamics in nuclear crises, cyber conflict escalation, and US alliance management in Asia. Teaching focuses on emerging technologies in security contexts and nuclear politics.

• International Security
• Nuclear Weapons Policy
• North Korea Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Peter Hayes is an Honorary Professor at the Center for International Security Studies, University of Sydney, Australia, and Director of the Nautilus Institute in Berkeley, California. With a doctorate from the Energy and Resources Group at UC Berkeley, he has established himself as a leading expert at the nexus of security, environment, and energy policy problems, with a particular focus on Northeast Asia. Hayes earned his Doctorate from the Energy and Resources Group at the University of California, Berkeley (1980-1989), a Master of Arts in Energy and Resources from the same institution (1978-1979), and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne (1971-1977). His research spans international security, nuclear weapons policy, North Korea studies, energy security, environmental sustainability, and climate change adaptation. Best known for innovative cooperative engagement strategies in North Korea, Hayes has developed techniques for seeking near-term solutions to global security and sustainability problems applied across East Asia, Australia, and South Asia. His work frequently examines the intersection of nuclear security, energy policy, and environmental concerns in the Northeast Asian context. Hayes' publications reveal consistent focus on nuclear security in Northeast Asia, particularly regarding North Korea's nuclear program and potential pathways to denuclearization. His recent work increasingly examines the nexus between nuclear security and other global challenges, such as the pandemic-nuclear nexus. He has pioneered concepts like 'vortex politics' to explain nuclear dynamics on the Korean Peninsula and advocates for practical, incremental approaches to reducing nuclear risks in the region. Climate Book of the Year Award (1993) MacArthur Fellowship (2000) Gleitsman Award (2001) Global Korea Award (2001) Genius Edition, Wave Magazine (2003) Building Bridges Award, Pacific Century Institute (2019) Condon Award, Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association (2022) Hayes has advised numerous international organizations including UNDP, ADB, and GEF. He is frequently cited or interviewed by major media worldwide and has contributed op-eds to publications like the Far Eastern Economic Review. As co-founder of the Nautilus Institute (1977-present) and former director of the Environmental Liaison Centre in Nairobi (1975-76), Hayes has built significant institutional capacity for security and sustainability research. His work bridges academic research with practical policy applications through initiatives like the Asia-Pacific Leadership Network on Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament (2019-21). Hayes leads research teams focused on nuclear security issues in Northeast Asia, with particular emphasis on understanding North Korea's nuclear program and developing practical pathways to reduce nuclear risks. His approach combines technical analysis with political insight, creating innovative frameworks for understanding complex security challenges.

Susan Sampleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Conflict Studies
• Political Violence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susan Sample serves as a Professor in the College of the Pacific at the University of the Pacific, Stockton campus, with her office located in Room 204 of the Wendell Phillips Center. She maintains active teaching and research roles, contactable via email ssample@pacific.edu and phone 209.946.2492. Her academic foundation includes: PhD from Vanderbilt University (1995) BA from the University of Missouri (1991) Professor Sample's scholarship centers on the scientific study of war causes, with specialized expertise in arms buildups, steps-to-war theory, rivalry dynamics, and genocide. She employs mixed methodologies including large-n statistical modeling and historical case studies, with publications in premier journals such as the British Journal of Political Science and Journal of Peace Research. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes lifelong learning through three core principles: respect for subject matter (distinct from positional authority), infectious enthusiasm to spark curiosity, and structured habit formation via regular writing assignments that integrate course material into students' daily lives. Analysis of her 2004-2021 publications reveals sustained focus on militarized disputes and conflict escalation mechanisms, with significant expansion into intercultural competence and international education during 2010-2013. This dual trajectory demonstrates both deep specialization in conflict studies and innovative application of her expertise to pedagogical contexts. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. While specific grant funding and student advisees remain unlisted, her teaching philosophy evidences active mentorship through adaptive professor-student relationships designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and global citizenship. She rejects rigid academic boundaries, instead tailoring approaches to individual student learning needs to cultivate independent scholarly habits that extend beyond course completion.