Analyses
CNA produces some 500 analyses each year. Those that are available for public release can be found on this page.
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The Fitness Report System for Marine Officers: Prior Research
Ensuring America’s Freedom of Movement: A National Security Imperative to Reduce U.S. Oil Dependence
U.S. Navy – U.S. Air Force Relationships, 1970-2010
The Economic Implications of Disruptions to Maritime Oil Chokepoints
Conscription in the Afghan Army Compulsory Service versus an All Volunteer Force
Feasibility of Nuclear Power on U.S. Military Installations
Trafficking Golden Crescent Drugs into Western China: An Analysis and Translation of a Recent Chinese Police Research Article
Why the Emergency Management Community Should be Concerned about Climate Change
Sand Wars: Maghreb, War for Northwest Africa
The Sino-Soviet Border Conflict: Deterrence, Escalation, and the Threat of Nuclear War in 1969
A Closer Look at China-Iran Relations: Roundtable Report
Exploring the China-India Relationship: Roundtable Report
The Military Dimensions of U.S. – China Security Cooperation: Retrospective and Future Prospects
Powering America’s Economy: Energy Innovation at the Crossroads of National Security Challenges
Exploring the China-Pakistan Relationship: Roundtable Report
The Navy at a Tipping Point: Maritime Dominance at Stake?
Organizing OPNAV (1970 - 2009)
Systems Thinking and Wargaming
Accession Screening for Language Skills and Abilities
Developing an Expeditionary Warfare Officer Career Path
Powering America’s Defense: Energy and the Risks to National Security
China’s Participation in Anti-Piracy Operations off the Horn of Africa: Drivers and Implications
Impact of Climate Change on Naval Operations in the Arctic
Maritime Security: Strengthening International and Interagency Cooperation
U.S. Navy Capstone Strategy, Policy, Vision and Concept Documents: What to consider before you write one