The Nun Who Broke Into “Nuclear Fort Knox”
In 2012, Sister Megan Rice crossed a fence, walked past a broken security camera, and breached one of the most sensitive national security facilities.
The Civil Rights Icon Who Protested Nukes, Too
Coretta Scott King was a fixture at some of the most significant nuclear weapons protests of the 20th century.
When the People’s Astronomer Risked his Reputation
Carl Sagan, the world's most famous astronomer, leaked his own research to warn the world about nuclear winter.
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?
Beloved entertainer Mister Rogers took on America's children's nuclear anxiety during a stressful week at the height of the Cold War.
Pediatrician vs. Nuclear War
In addition to being the top resource for parents in the 20th century, Dr. Benjamin Spock was a prolific activist against nuclear weapons, believing accepting the risk of nuclear war ran counter to protecting children.
When we Almost Nuked the Carolinas
The Single Mom Who Mobilized Millions
From a typist to a single mother and PhD student, Randall Forsberg ignited a movement and helped stop the arms race.
Emerging Leaders Offer Bold Ideas for Strengthening Nuclear Security in a Changing World
The collection of essays highlight how the next generation of experts are grappling with today’s most urgent nuclear security challenges.
Rising to the Challenge: Emerging Leaders in Nuclear Security
The collection of essays highlight how the next generation of experts are grappling with today’s most urgent nuclear security challenges.
AIxBio Horizon Scan Finds Accelerating Capabilities Require Urgent Oversight
The convergence of artificial intelligence and the life sciences continues to accelerate. The AIxBio Horizon Scan: Spring 2026 shows that while individual advances may seem incremental, their combined trajectory is significant. Progress is outpacing governance frameworks.