Radiological

New Dual Degree in Nonproliferation Studies

Earn master’s degrees from both MIIS and MGIMO, the Moscow State Institute of International Relations.

Nuclear test at Yucca Flats, Nevada. Source: National Atomic Veterans of America (naav.com)

Xenon and Particulates: A Qualitative Discussion of Sensitivity to Nuclear Weapon Components and Design

Scientist-in-residence Ferenc Dalnoki-Veress looks at how radionuclide measurements can help determine information about North Korea’s January 7 nuclear test.

Proliferation and Trade Management Awareness Seminar for Cambodian Officials

Proliferation and Trade Management Awareness Seminar for Cambodian Officials

CNS seminar in Cambodia aimed to build nonproliferation awareness and capacity in Southeast Asia.

nuclear 101

“Nuclear 101”: New Tutorial from CNS & NTI

A new tutorial uses interactive tools to help researchers understand why nuclear materials are unique and how they can be used to generate power—and peril.

Approaches to Nuclear Cooperation

Approaches to Nuclear Cooperation

The US-South Korea nuclear cooperation agreement has implications for future nonproliferation efforts.

Can Japan be a bridge-builder for nuclear disarmament Shinzo Abe

Can Japan Become a Bridge-Builder for Nuclear Disarmament?

Japan is uniquely positioned to build bridges in nuclear disarmament and nonproliferation. But will it have the courage to lead?

Satellite Overview of the Pyongsan Uranium Mine and Uranium Concentration Plant. Image includes material Pleiades © CNES 2015. Distribution Airbus DS / Spot Image, all rights reserved. For media licensing options, please contact thirtyeightnorth@gmail.com.

North Korea Increases Uranium Production

Closer scrutiny of North Korea’s uranium resources may help arrive at more accurate estimates of their nuclear weapon stockpile and capability.

Removing Risk: Replacing High-Risk Radiological Sources with Alternatives

By examining the potential for replacing high-risk radiological material, a road map can be drawn and used to increase nuclear security and prevent nuclear terrorism.

Radiological and Nuclear Security Tutorial

Online CBRN Awareness Training – Five Lessons Learned

We learned five lessons through the “Project 10” course on chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats.

Understanding the Fuel Cycle in the Iran Agreement

CNS’s scientist-in-residence discusses the ways the Iran deal closes all possible routes to the bomb.