Emerging technologies and nuclear weapons policy
Bethany Goldblum, Professor
Nuclear Engineering
Open. Apprentices needed for the Fall semester. Enter your application online beginning August 22nd. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, September 2nd, 4pm.
As new technologies rapidly evolve, they introduce novel challenges and vulnerabilities for international nuclear security. This project brings together students from the technical and social sciences to explore issues at the intersection of technology, nuclear risk, and policy with the aim of informing the development of effective policy frameworks.
Role: The URAP student will investigate the capabilities, limitations, and implications of new technologies and assist in the development of policy-relevant briefs. They will also participate in and facilitate the Nuclear Policy Working Group weekly meetings.
Qualifications: Required:
Undergraduate degree in progress; Interest in the intersection of science and nuclear security policy; Creative approach to problem-solving; Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Desired:
Second-year students and above; Basic knowledge of US nuclear policy and the international nonproliferation regime.
Hours: 9-11 hrs
Related website: https://npwg.berkeley.edu/
Related website: http://appliedphysics.nuc.berkeley.edu/