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A Brief History of CNA

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CNA is the oldest research and analysis organization in the United States that is an FFRDC, a federally funded research and development center. Our founder, Philip Morse, introduced the concept of operations research to the U.S. in order to address the German U-boat threat during World War II.

History CNA is the oldest research and analysis organization in the United States that is an FFRDC, a federally funded research and development center. Our founder, Philip Morse, introduced ... . Ernest King, Commander in Chief of the U.S. Fleet, argued for continuing to fund the Navy’s independent analysis organization, renamed the Operations Evaluation Group, or OEG. “The complexity of modern warfare in both methods and means demands exacting analysis,” he explained. Digesting the lessons of the war was the first order of business. OEG published numerous reports on key naval operations

National Security Seminar

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with geopolitical competitors. In 2023, the NSS will continue to focus on how US policymakers can simultaneously confront shared challenges and strategic competition. Topics the series will explore ... and strategic competition while leaning into a culture of cooperation to enhance national security activities. 2021 Season National Security in a Post-Pandemic World The COVID-19 pandemic had ... Implications for Policymakers Featuring: Dawn Thomas , Co-Director of CNA's Center for Emergency Management and Operations and Director of the Center for Critical Incident Analysis, Security and Safety

John Schaus

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Schaus-John /images/Experts/Schaus-John.webp John Schaus is an expert on US defense issues in the Indo-Pacific region. He has 20 years of experience conducting and leading analysis on the region. Prior to CNA, he worked in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs within the Office of the Secretary of Defense. He has also led research at the US Army War College and worked at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. He has spent two years living and working in northeast China. Schaus earned a Master of Public Policy degree from

Ryan Baker

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Baker-Ryan /images/Experts/Baker-Ryan.webp Ryan Baker specializes in policy analysis, program evaluation, research design, and Marine Corps operations. As part of CNA’s Scientific Analyst Program, he serves as the primary liaison between CNA and Training and Education Command (TECOM), a Marine Corps command in Virginia. Baker is also a reserve officer in the Marine Corps with a background in supply and logistics. Over the course of his military career, he has served as a supply officer, logistics officer, operations officer, executive officer, chief of staff, strategic analyst

CNA Talks

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Analysis of globe-shaping conflicts, foreign policy and shifting alliances, regional breakdowns, pandemics and other health crises, environmental disasters, homeland security concerns, and the future of strategic competition.

CNA Talks Analysis of globe-shaping conflicts, foreign policy and shifting alliances, regional breakdowns, pandemics and other health crises, environmental disasters, homeland security concerns, and the future of strategic competition. /images/podcasts/CNA_Talks_414x233.png CNA Talks 8 /images/podcasts/CNA-Talks.webp CNA's experts understand today's complex and dynamic national security environment. On CNA Talks, you'll find analysis of globe-shaping conflicts, foreign policy and shifting alliances, regional breakdowns, pandemics and other health crises, environmental disasters, homeland

Golden Dome, Nuclear Modernization, and Arms Control: Can the Administration Have It All?

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President Trump is simultaneously pursuing the Golden Dome missile defense shield, nuclear modernization, and arms control—a challenging combination.

Stephanie Stapleton and Decker Eveleth Stephanie Stapleton is a research scientist specializing in nuclear policy and strategic deterrence in CNA's Strategy and Policy Analysis Program . CNA analyst Decker Eveleth studies foreign nuclear postures using satellite data for CNA's Countering Threats and Challenges Program . In strategic defense, President Donald Trump has signaled three ... budget in half.’” Are these three strategic priorities at odds? Some have argued that missile defense can accelerate the nuclear arms race. Moreover, there could appear to be a contradiction between

ai and autonomy in russia: Special Issue, September 8, 2022

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September 8, 2022 issue features translations of several Russian military journal articles that reflect on the use of AI and autonomy. All have been written since the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

discussed in scientific and research circles, which is associated with an increase in the use of non- military measures and the introduction of new technological solutions. An analysis of the views ... potential. In the future, based on an analysis of trends in the changing nature of military conflicts, a scenario base is formed for unleashing and conducting military operations in the future. However ... , they will become of paramount importance in order to create the most favorable conditions for achieving strategic goals. The development of information warfare is manifested not only in the information

The-Impact-of-the-CNOs-Strategic-Studies-Group-1981-1995

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Condensed version of Making Captains of War summarizes the impact of the Chief of Naval Operations’ Strategic Studies Group in its first 15 years from 1981.

The-Impact-of-the-CNOs-Strategic-Studies-Group-1981-1995 The Impact of the CNO’s Strategic Studies Group (SSG), 1981-1995 Condensed version of Making Captains of War summarizes the impact of the Chief of Naval Operations’ Strategic Studies Group in its first 15 years from 1981. In 1981, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Thomas Hayward established the CNO Strategic Studies Group (SSG) to prepare potential Flag officers for three- and four-star command, stimulate strategic discourse among the Navy leadership, and enhance the reputation of the Naval War College. The institution existed

ai and autonomy in russia: Issue 45, September 7, 2022

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) data. It is noted that the algorithm will help eliminate the human factor in the analysis of data, as well as determine lung cancer in the early stages. At the moment, the success of scientists lies ... calculator.” Russia post introduces automated text analysis system for its banking arm Post Bank has launched an automated text analysis system (FIS ACAT) based on the no-code platform FIS Platform ... processes to identify risk events.” ACAT system users can contribute to the investigation of internal and external threats. The system performs intellectual analysis of unstructured texts (mail

pla update: Issue 4, May 2, 2022

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PLA Update, Issue 4, is a CNA China Studies Program monthly newsletter, with summaries of Chinese media coverage of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

concerning cognitive warfare and the future of modern war, see CNA's October 2021 study The PLA and Intelligent Warfare: A Preliminary Analysis by Kevin Pollpeter and Amanda Kerrigan ... " and unmanned operations. [29] PLA AIR FORCE The PLA Air Force (PLAAF) is hard at work developing its strategic projection capabilities. As the next summary shows, the Xi'an Y-20 large transport ... , on April 9. Source: The Observer . PRC media and subject matter experts (SMEs) assert Y-20 military equipment deliveries to Serbia showcase PLA "strategic air force" capabilities. On April 9