Topic

Arms Control

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20 publications

Atomic Backfires: When Nuclear Policies Fail

Dr. Ariel Petrovics will present her recent edited volume on how efforts to reduce nuclear weapons dangers may sometimes wind up exacerbating them. These efforts are considered fundamental to reducing the likelihood of nuclear catastrophe. Yet, no tool is guaranteed to succeed and some may even have unanticipated, counterproductive consequences for international security. In a field fixated on finding solutions, this book instead warns readers not to lose sight of the drivers and often calamitous effects of failed nuclear policies.

Dr. Ariel Petrovics

Event 223 Philosophy Hall April 21, 2026

From Crust to Core: Analyzing North Korea’s Fissile Material and Strategic Resource Production

Sulgiye Park will discuss her research on North Korea’s production of critical materials for its nuclear weapons program. Combining satellite imagery, geological analysis, and technical assessment, she provides new, open-source intelligence on North Korea’s fissile material and nuclear weapons production capabilities. Her findings contribute to improved forecasting of future nuclear risks.

Dr. Sulgiye Park

Event 223 Philosophy Hall March 17, 2026

New START’s Expiration and the Need for Continued Nuclear Restraint

On 5 February 2026, the New START Treaty expires, leaving the United States and the Russian Federation without a bilateral nuclear arms control agreement for the first time in decades. This joint statement highlights shared concerns about the implications of that expiration and urges continued restraint and renewed strategic stability dialogue.

Dr. Lindsay Rand

Commentary Deep Cuts Comission February 3, 2026