CNS strives to combat the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) by training the next generation of nonproliferation specialists and disseminating timely information and analysis. It is the largest nongovernmental organization in the United States devoted exclusively to research and training on nonproliferation issues. It is located at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.
CNS is deeply committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity, both within our organization and in the nonproliferation and international security field writ large.
- The CNS Young Women in Nonproliferation initiative is committed to exposing WMD nonproliferation and disarmament issues to more women at US colleges and universities. By doing so, CNS hopes to encourage young women to consider careers in this field. CNS also conducts events at women’s colleges and matches undergraduate women who are interested in this field with mentors.
As part of its ongoing efforts to increase and promote DEI, CNS is a proud supporter of and partner with Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security (WCAPS), and maintains a particularly close relationship with the WCAPS-West Coast chapter.
CNS Locations
Monterey, CA
James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS)
Middlebury Institute of International Studies
460 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 647-4154
Fax: (831) 647-3519
E-mail: [email protected]
Washington, DC
James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS)
1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1225
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 601-2344
Fax: (202) 842-0556
Learn more about our Washington, DC Office
Vienna, Austria
Vienna Center for Disarmament & Non-Proliferation (VCDNP)
Andromeda Tower, Floor 13th
Donau-City Strasse 6
1220, Vienna Austria
Phone: +43 (1) 236-9482
Fax: +43 (1) 269-9124
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: http://vcdnp.org
CNS Center-Related Articles
- MANPTS Student Kokoro Nishiyama Receives Grand Prize in Nuclear Disarmament Essay Contest
Kokoro Nishiyama is currently a first-year student pursuing her master’s degree in Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies at MIIS. - CNS GRAs Present Findings at the Project on Nuclear Issues’ 2022 Summer Conference
The GRAs presented their research to a diverse audience including technical and policy experts from national laboratories, government agencies, and civil society. - Dr. Allison Berke joins CNS as Chemical and Biological Weapons Nonproliferation Program Director
CNS Founding Director William Potter expressed great enthusiasm about the appointment, which he characterized as “adding significantly to the scientific expertise of CNS related to both bioengineering and cybersecurity.” - WMD Terrorism Threats: Assessing and Prosecuting
Eighteen senior and mid-level government employees from Malaysia and the Philippines traveled to CNS for a two-week in-person workshop. - Dr. Siegfried Hecker Appointed as Distinguished Professor of Practice
The former director of Los Alamos National Laboratory and one of the most honored U.S. nuclear scientists has joined CNS. - New CNS DC website focused on trade compliance and guidance for emerging technology sectors
This website will serve as a central hub for information on CNS’s research on trade controls and emerging technology proliferation. - CNS Supports Radioactive Source Users in Central Asia and Azerbaijan in Improving Security Culture
CNS completed a year-long project to increase radiological security culture awareness in Central Asia and Azerbaijan. - Latin American and Caribbean Diplomats Trained in the Legacy of Nobel Peace Laureate García Robles
The 8th Nuclear Disarmament and Nonproliferation Summer School for Latin America and Caribbean diplomats. - NPT Diplomats Meet in Annecy 2022
Over 60 senior diplomats, officials, and experts met for the traditional CNS NPT Diplomatic Workshop on “The 10th NPT Review Conference: Prospects and Pitfalls.” - Summer Undergraduate Nonproliferation Program Convenes in a Hybrid Format
Despite the still lingering COVID-19 pandemic, and necessary restrictions, CNS continues to enhance youth education and training for a more secure and peaceful world.
