SMA Speaker Series

The SMA Speaker Series is the collection of publications and briefings from leading experts in the national security space. Every week, leading experts in the national security space discuss major challenges facing Combatant Commands, allies, and the world. Our archives include: audio or video recordings when available, written summaries of presentations, and speaker bios and briefing materials.

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U.S. Military Theories of Victory for a War with the People's Republic of China

The United States has not had to seriously consider conflict escalation with a near-peer adversary that could result in a conflict that ends in large-scale destruction since the Cold War.
November 13, 2024
Jacob Heim and Nathan Beauchamp-Mustafaga
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China’s Options for Taiwan Short of an Invasion

A blockade, by contrast, would be significantly more restrictive and kinetic, and would be led by the military. In another difference from a quarantine, there is doctrinal evidence that the People’s Liberation Army has long been planning for this kind of operation.
October 30, 2024
Dr. Bonny Lin, Dr. Matthew P. Funaiole, and Brian Hart
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Dynamic Parity: The Nuclear Strategy We Need

Russia, China, and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) are expanding their nuclear capabilities relative to the United States.
October 24, 2024
Adam Lowther, PhD and Curtis McGiffin
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American Statecraft and the Challenge of Emerging Powers

The United States has primarily focused on China’s geopolitical rise over the past two decades and the implications of a near-peer competitor to US interests.
October 23, 2024
Dr. Chris Chivvis and Beatrix Geaghan-Breiner
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The Origins of the War in Ukraine

Russia seeks to dominate both Ukraine’s territory and its political future. Dr. Kimmage analyzed Russia’s motivations for initiating the war, as well as the failures of the United States, Europe, and Ukraine in deterring the invasion.
October 14, 2024
‍Michael Kimmage
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The CCP-ification of Pacific Islands: What it Means for U.S. Strategy and What Can Be Done

China is expanding its influence in many Asia-Pacific countries by offering economic incentives and other forms of “good will,” which Chinese Communist Party (CCP) members use to fosters political corruption.
October 8, 2024
Cleo Paskal
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Climate Change and Food Security in the Indo-Pacific: Challenges and Opportunities

The Indo-Pacific region is home to approximately 60% of the world’s population and contributes 60% of the world’s gross domestic product (GDP), making it one of the most significant regions to monitor.
October 3, 2024
Ameya Kelkar
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Biosecurity Balancing Act: Delicate Dual-Use Issues of Synthetic Biology and Precision Medicine

The field of biomedical research is rapidly expanding and evolving, providing numerous opportunities for technological advancements in synthetic biology, genome editing, and bioengineered devices.
October 2, 2024
Dr. Diane DiEuliis and James Giordano, PhD, DPhil
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Emerging Military Technologies: Putting Policy Before Profit

There is growing concern among some scholars that the pursuit of economic incentives may push US military technology advancements ahead of the establishment of proper policies and security measures, prioritizing profits over policy.
September 25, 2024
William D. Hartung and Dr. Michael Brenes
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Ukrainian Resistance to Russian Disinformation: Lessons for Future Conflict

A key element of Ukrainian resistance to the Russian invasion has been its ability to counter Russian disinformation. In their recent report for RAND, Dr. Helmus and Dr. Holynska discuss Ukraine’s approach to combating disinformation and the lessons that the United States and NATO can draw from this effort.
September 19, 2024
Todd Helmus and Khrystyna Holynska
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