The spread of nuclear technology and materials for energy, research, and medical applications pose significant security concerns when coupled with current increases in global terrorism and extremism. The Stimson Center’s Nuclear Security program works with the private sector to generate ideas that incentivize the development and adoption of stronger, comprehensive nuclear security standards among industry stakeholders to reduce the risk posed by nuclear terrorism.
Domestic violent extremist threats to U.S. nuclear facilities prove that the nuclear security status quo is at risk
November 2, 2023
In this month’s newsletter: new nuclear security technological advancements, threats at the Ukrainian Khmelnitsky power plant, and new Bangladeshi nuclear power
October 31, 2023
Russia’s occupation of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has serious implications for nuclear security: urgent action is needed to mitigate risk
October 3, 2023
In the headlines: the IAEA convenes its 67th general conference, Norway begins to eliminate all HEU, and more
October 2, 2023
New IAEA publications, potential changes in the U.S. nuclear mission, and INSF’s Türkiye nuclear security update featured in this month’s newsletter
August 31, 2023
Türkiye’s emerging nuclear security infrastructure works to overcome unique challenges as a nuclear newcomer
August 14, 2023
In this month’s headlines: reports of explosives at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, a ‘disturbing’ decline in global nuclear security, and reconsidering Oppenheimer’s legacy
August 1, 2023
Valuable insights into the current challenges and issues that concern emerging researchers and young professionals in the nuclear policy field
July 18, 2023
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