U.S. Nuclear Policy and Posture: Increasing Warning and Decision Time
Washington should work with Moscow to eliminate Cold War-era capabilities and force postures that generate fears of a disarming first-strike.
Washington should work with Moscow to eliminate Cold War-era capabilities and force postures that generate fears of a disarming first-strike.
Engaging Russia on the parameters of a new nuclear dialogue is the crucial first step to reducing the risk of nuclear use between the United States and Russia—and globally.
The United States should make clear the purpose of U.S. nuclear weapons is to deter the use of nuclear weapons by others.
The IPNDV’s progress since its launch in December 2014, drawing on the work done by the government officials and technical experts that compose the project’s three working groups.
This paper explores the potential for a radiological attack, as well as the possible outcomes of such an event
Paper explores “case studies” of national experiences of Japan, France, Norway, and the United States in replacing cesium-137 blood irradiators
A menu of potential projects which could be implemented as appropriate between key stakeholders in India and the United States.
This paper by Michelle Nalabandian, Alexandra Van Dine, and Page Stoutland highlights steps governments can take to protect nuclear facilities from cyber threats.
Since the third edition of the 2016 NTI Nuclear Security Index, many countries have taken positive steps to improve their nuclear security conditions. NTI is tracking these improvements, which will be reflected in the next edition of the NTI Index.
Spurred by NTI, this international effort has created an "insurance" policy for countries interested in pursuing nuclear energy without their own uranium-enrichment capabilities.