Resisting War: How Communities Protect Themselves
Speaker: Dr. Oliver Kaplan (University of Denver) Date: 8 August 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Dr. Oliver Kaplan (University of Denver) as a part of its SMA Minerva Speaker Series. His presentation focused on his book, entitled Resisting War: How Communities Protect Themselves. In his book, Dr. Kaplan looks at instances of civilian agency in order […]
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The United States, Iran, and the Politics of the JCPOA
“The United States, Iran, and the Politics of the JCPOA” Speaker: Ansari, A. (University of St. Andrews / Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)) Date: 7 August 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Professor Ali Ansari (University of St. Andrews / Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)) as a part of its SMA CENTCOM Speaker […]
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Iranian Media Narrative Perspectives on the US and Global Competition: A Media Ecology & Strategic Analysis (MESA) Group Report
Iranian Media Narrative Perspectives on the US and Global Competition: A Media Ecology & Strategic Analysis (MESA) Group Report Authors | Editors: Cooley, S. (Oklahoma State University); Hinck, R. (Monmouth College); Kitsch, S. (Monmouth College); Cooley, A. (Oklahoma State University) Executive Summary The following highlights Iranian perspectives on: geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, the US, the global order, and the role of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the region coming from Iranian news media intended for […]
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Overcoming “the Silo Effect” in the Department of Defense
Overcoming “the Silo Effect” in the Department of Defense Author: Lyle, D. (Air Education and Training Command (AETC) and Air University) Executive Summary Different perspectives and operational goals across services allows for specialized expertise, but also creates a vulnerability for silo creation. At times, these silos can inhibit cooperation, limit mission effectiveness, and leave critical decision points inadequately […]
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Influential Violent Extremist Organizational Partners of Iran
Influential Violent Extremist Organizational Partners of Iran Authors | Editors: Logan, M. K. (University of Nebraska Omaha); Zimmerman, L. (University of Nebraska Omaha); Ligon, G. (University of Nebraska Omaha) Executive Summary This paper addresses two key Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs) with close ties to the Iran regime. More specifically, we examine the organizational and leadership characteristics of the Badr Brigades and Kata’ib Hezbollah (KH) using the Leadership for the Extreme […]
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Blockchain: What’s Not to Like?
“Blockchain: What’s Not to Like?” Speaker: Rosenthal, D. Date: 30 July 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Dr. David Rosenthal (Retired) as a part of its SMA General Speaker Series. During his presentation, Dr. Rosenthal adopted a skeptical view of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. He stated that the goal of his presentation was to explain […]
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Africa, Advanced Technology, and Security Panel Discussion
“Africa, Advanced Technology, and Security Panel Discussion“ Speakers: Arias, R. (USAFRICOM Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) Science, Technology & Innovation Office J804); Beguir, K. (InstaDeep AI); Smart, A. (Google); Siminyu, K. (Artificial Intelligence for Development- Africa); Sutherlin, G. (National Defense University) Date: 22 July 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a panel discussion as a part of its SMA AFRICOM […]
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Measuring the Potential of Social Networks to Affect Resident Popular Behavior in Support of United States Strategic Ends
“Measuring the Potential of Social Networks to Affect Resident Popular Behavior in Support of United States Strategic Ends“ Speaker: Battle, S. (US 8th Army at Camp Humphreys – Republic of Korea) Date: 26 July 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by LTC Stephen Battle (US 8th Army at Camp Humphreys – Republic of Korea) as a […]
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Going Dark: Implications of an Encrypted World
“Going Dark: Implications of an Encrypted World“ Speakers: Wagner, A. (Center for Advanced Studies on Terrorism); D’Antoine, S. (Margin Research) Date: 23 July 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Dr. Abraham Wagner (Center for Advanced Studies on Terrorism) and Ms. Sophia D’Antoine (Margin Research) as a part of its SMA DHS Speaker Series. Dr. Wagner set the context for the talk by reminding listeners […]
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Hedged Bets or Shared Norms? Sino-Russian Great Power Relations and Public Opinion
“Hedged Bets or Shared Norms? Sino-Russian Great Power Relations and Public Opinion“ Speakers: Gregory, E. J. (US Army); Sherlock, T. (United States Military Academy at West Point) Date: 24 July 2019 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Dr. Thomas Sherlock (United States Military Academy at West Point) and Col E. John Gregory (US Army) as a part of its […]
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