CSIS Project on Nuclear Issues
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@CSIS's Project on Nuclear Issues hopes to sustain a community of next-gen nuclear experts & generate new ideas & debate on nuclear issues. RT≠endorsement
Washington, D.C.
Joined August 2009
HAPPENING NOW: Join @CSISDefense for a conversation with @heatherwilly, Kari Bingen, and @tomkarako to discuss Netflix's new film, A House of Dynamite and what we may learn from it. Watch it live here:
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Join the HTK Series for a discussion of the new film, A House of Dynamite.
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As strategic competition intensifies, the longstanding moratorium on nuclear-explosive testing is under pressure. @doreen__h's analysis in @IFRI_ offers a review of this fragile consensus — and what might unravel if it weakens. Read it here:
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🔦 Labs Nuclear Scholars Spotlight! 🔦 Siobhan Niklasson is a graduate research assistant at @LosAlamosNatLab. Siobhan is currently pursuing a PhD at @newmexicotech. Learn more about the 2025 Labs Nuclear Scholars: https://t.co/4MMVPtsKSc
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PONI Director @heatherwilly answers critical questions on revolving around President Trump's call to restart nuclear testing, how fast it can be done, and what the benefits would be. Read it here:
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President Trump’s post raises technical questions about how and if the United States could “immediately” return to nuclear testing, and political considerations about the signaling behind nuclear...
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Applications for PONI's Nuclear Scholars Initiative close in three weeks! PONI accepts applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, and has limited spots open for non-U.S. citizens as well. Don't miss out! Apply here:
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The Nuclear Scholars Initiative aims to provide top graduate students and young professionals from around the country with a unique venue to interact and dialogue with senior experts on nuclear...
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Trump’s recent comments about nuclear testing might seem confusing. Concerns about nuclear testing aren't new. https://t.co/PINddM3hrP Here’s a few points to help decode Trump's statement: @csisponi @CSIS @CSISDefense @ManagingtheAtom
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Talk of nuclear testing and threats of escalation are part of an ongoing Russian effort to manipulate nuclear risks and deter Western intervention in Ukraine. Whether or not Russia resumes testing...
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In @doreen__h's latest in @lawfare, she examines how the Operation Midnight Hammer strikes on Iran will impact the future of nuclear diplomacy and the nuclear nonproliferation regime. Read it here:
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The nonproliferation regime remains strong—maybe even stronger than before.
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The Trump administration plans to redirect plutonium from the national stockpile to civilian nuclear energy projects, including to power AI data centers. How will this plan impact U.S. nuclear modernization plans & national security? More from @csisponi:
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The Trump administration plans to redirect plutonium from the national stockpile to civilian nuclear energy projects, including to power AI data centers. How will this plan impact U.S. nuclear...
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PONI is now accepting applications for its Nuclear Scholars Initiative! Young professionals with less than 7 years of experience are welcome to apply for the Class of 2026. Apply by November 17:
nuclearnetwork.csis.org
The Nuclear Scholars Initiative aims to provide top graduate students and young professionals from around the country with a unique venue to interact and dialogue with senior experts on nuclear...
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In @doreen__h's latest in @BulletinAtomic, she examines five lessons learned from former arms control negotiators and how they can help processes for future negotiations. Read it here:
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With the collapse of key treaties amid rising geopolitical tensions, arms control efforts struggle to keep pace with today’s security environment. As new technologies and multipolar dynamics redefine...
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In PONI’s latest episode of The Negotiator Files, interviewer @AmyJNelsonPhD interviewed @TheHonChristop1. He discussed his role in the NPT conferences and the Creating an Environment for Nuclear Disarmament (CEND) initiative. Watch it here:
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In a new PONI analysis, @doreen__h, @diyaashtakala, and @baileyschiff analyze the growing Pakistan–Saudi defense partnership and its implications for regional security and alliance dynamics. Read it here:
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Recent college & grad school alumni: Work for 6 to 9 months with 1 of over 2 dozen NGOs in DC on international peace & security issues, including nuclear arms control, peacebuilding, & diplomacy. Apply by Oct. 20 to @ScovillePF for the spring '26 semester. https://t.co/8LocShoe61
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PONI's inaugural Future Arms Control Experts cohort recently concluded its 2025 programming. Early and mid-career professionals participated in two days of workshops at CSIS where they deepened their knowledge on arms control through roundtables with senior experts, professional
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HAPPENING NOW: Join @CSISDefense for a conversation with @heatherwilly, Kari Bingen, and @tomkarako on Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) changes. How do these changes strengthen the U.S. industrial base and advance U.S. technological leadership? What might these reforms
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Please join the CSIS Defense and Security Department for a conversation on Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) reform.
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Do you want daily updates on nuclear modernization, nuclear signaling, and arms control talks? Subscribe to PONI's Nuclear Policy Newsletter for the latest nuclear developments spanning the US, Europe, Indo-Pacific, and the Middle East. Subscribe here:
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In PONI's latest essay, @heatherwilly, @NonproJoe, and @LibbyKos show how renewed great power competition is raising nuclear risks—from arsenal growth to alliance strain—demanding new approaches to deterrence. Read it here:
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The future of modern warfare will feature increased reliance on nuclear weapons by adversaries and allies. Modern war strategists must develop a nuanced approach to prevent miscalculation and...
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🔦 Nuclear Scholars Spotlight! 🔦 @OliviaSalembier works in the International Staff for the Nuclear Policy Directorate at @NATO. She holds a BA in Political Science from @Concordia and a MA in Security Policy Studies from the @ElliottSchoolGW. https://t.co/1vNyadOL5z
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