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Jul 14, 2026

Blind Spot Indicators for Space: Methodologies for Assessing the Competitive Balance Between the United States and China

In this report, the authors present methodologies for synthesizing space-related research and development efforts by the United States and China to project trends in future capabilities and operations that use space.

Louis Abramson, Alexis A. Blanc, Nicholas Blanchette, John Chen, Christian Kim, Baileigh McFall, Thomas Van Bibber, Maggie Habib, Garrett Hinck, Andrew Radin
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Jul 7, 2026

The Transatlantic Artificial Intelligence Calculus: U.S.–European Union and Member State AI Cooperation in an Era of Strategic Competition

This report provides a strategic framework for assessing the conditional value of artificial intelligence partnerships across different technological futures and presents options for transatlantic cooperation that advance U.S. strategic interests.

Marzia Giambertoni
Research

Jul 1, 2026

Insights from table-top exercises in Europe on AI safety and cyber misuse

This report presents findings from table-top exercises with senior policymakers in Germany, the Netherlands, and France, identifying governance gaps and capability priorities for responding to AI-enabled cyberattack crises.

Afek Shamir, Henri van Soest, Stephen Clare, Sana Zakaria
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Jun 25, 2026

Can LLM Agents Select and Engage with Biological Tools? An Initial Biosecurity Assessment

Large language model agents are capable of performing initial interactions with biological tools (BTs), indicating that agents could lower expertise barriers for actors seeking to use BTs. Targeted testing of agent design capabilities is warranted.

Jeffrey Lee, Alyssa Worland, Kyle Brady, Grant Ellison, Henry Alexander Bradley, Christopher Rodriguez, Casey O. Barkan, Sunishchal Dev, Dawid Maciorowski, Jordan Despanie, Barbara Del Castello, Bria Persaud, Amar Pandya, Ella Guest, Steph Guerra
Research

Jun 25, 2026

AI agents put offensive cyber within reach of novices: Comparing the performance of AI agents to humans in offensive cyber operations

Agentic AI models now enable non-experts to conduct advanced offensive cyberattacks. This study finds AI agents can autonomously breach complex systems rapidly, highlighting urgent needs for evolved defence and better cyber risk assessments.

Benjamin Sperisen, Jair Aguirre, Henri van Soest, Zylex Lopez
Research Summary

Jun 24, 2026

Building a Warrior Ethos: How the Air Force Is Rewiring Identity to Move from Function to Mission

This brief summarizes RAND research on the U.S. Air Force’s efforts to develop Airminded Warriors in Basic Military Training (BMT). Lessons from BMT’s PACER FORGE offer insights for organizations seeking to build shared identity among their members.

Tracy C. Krueger, Maria C. Lytell, Amy Nabel, Hilary Reininger, Makai Ruffin, Angela K. Clague, Brandon Krueger, Nathan Thompson, Robert Ulrich Nagel
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Jun 24, 2026

Cultivating a Warrior Ethos in the Air Force: Strategies for Developing Airminded Warriors in Initial Training

RAND researchers examined how the U.S. Air Force can cultivate an Airminded Warrior identity, finding that the concept requires more development. They recommend several actions to strengthen this identity’s development in initial training and beyond.

Tracy C. Krueger, Maria C. Lytell, Amy Nabel, Hilary Reininger, Makai Ruffin, Angela K. Clague, Brandon Krueger, Nathan Thompson, Robert Ulrich Nagel
Research

Jun 23, 2026

Quality and Patient Safety Review Processes in Military Treatment Facilities and Operational Clinical Services

RAND researchers assessed the quality and patient safety review processes for care delivered in military treatment facilities and via operational clinical services. Findings were used to identify potential opportunities for improvement.

Jason Michel Etchegaray, Peggy G. Chen, Joachim O. Hero, Samantha Matthews, Stacey Yi, Kimberly A. Hepner
Research

Jun 23, 2026

U.S. Veterans and Psychedelics: Prevalence of Use and Policy Preferences

In this report, the authors present new data on U.S veterans’ use of specific psychedelic substances (such as psilocybin mushrooms, LSD, and ibogaine), their psychedelics policy preferences, and how these compare with nonveterans.

Michelle Priest, Terry L. Schell, Ben Senator, Beau Kilmer
Research

Jun 18, 2026

The People’s Liberation Army Navy’s Approach to Maintenance Management: Cooking Dumplings in a Teapot

The authors of this report examine how the rapid growth and modernization of China’s navy inform maintenance management and activities. The authors also discuss factors that shape China’s ability to maintain and sustain its forces.

Cristina L. Garafola, Joslyn Fleming, Sam Wallace, Bradley Martin, Sale Lilly
Research

Jun 17, 2026

Insights and Tools to Improve the Applicant Experience with the Personnel Vetting and Security Clearance Process

The authors examine how applicants experience the U.S. government’s personnel vetting process, identify practical strategies for improving the vetting process experience, and develop tools to help applicants navigate the vetting process.

Stephanie J. Walsh, Sina Beaghley, Emily Higgs, Lewis Schneider
Research

Jun 17, 2026

Personnel Vetting 101 Applicant Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions and Common Misperceptions

This annex answers FAQs about the federal personnel vetting process and addresses common misconceptions about foreign contacts, travel, and dual citizenship; drug use; mental health; police records and criminal history; finances; and relationships.

Stephanie J. Walsh, Sina Beaghley, Emily Higgs, Lewis Schneider

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Blind Spot Indicators for Space: Methodologies for Assessing the Competitive Balance Between the United States and China

The Transatlantic Artificial Intelligence Calculus: U.S.–European Union and Member State AI Cooperation in an Era of Strategic Competition

Insights from table-top exercises in Europe on AI safety and cyber misuse

Can LLM Agents Select and Engage with Biological Tools? An Initial Biosecurity Assessment

AI agents put offensive cyber within reach of novices: Comparing the performance of AI agents to humans in offensive cyber operations

Building a Warrior Ethos: How the Air Force Is Rewiring Identity to Move from Function to Mission

Cultivating a Warrior Ethos in the Air Force: Strategies for Developing Airminded Warriors in Initial Training

Quality and Patient Safety Review Processes in Military Treatment Facilities and Operational Clinical Services

U.S. Veterans and Psychedelics: Prevalence of Use and Policy Preferences

The People’s Liberation Army Navy’s Approach to Maintenance Management: Cooking Dumplings in a Teapot

Insights and Tools to Improve the Applicant Experience with the Personnel Vetting and Security Clearance Process

Personnel Vetting 101 Applicant Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions and Common Misperceptions

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Forecasting Future U.S.-China Space Competition

How Will AI Affect Cyber Operations?

Private Industry Approaches to Network and Security Operations Centers

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Blind Spot Indicators for Space: Methodologies for Assessing the Competitive Balance Between the United States and China

The Transatlantic Artificial Intelligence Calculus: U.S.–European Union and Member State AI Cooperation in an Era of Strategic Competition

Insights from table-top exercises in Europe on AI safety and cyber misuse

Can LLM Agents Select and Engage with Biological Tools? An Initial Biosecurity Assessment

AI agents put offensive cyber within reach of novices: Comparing the performance of AI agents to humans in offensive cyber operations

Building a Warrior Ethos: How the Air Force Is Rewiring Identity to Move from Function to Mission

Cultivating a Warrior Ethos in the Air Force: Strategies for Developing Airminded Warriors in Initial Training

Quality and Patient Safety Review Processes in Military Treatment Facilities and Operational Clinical Services

U.S. Veterans and Psychedelics: Prevalence of Use and Policy Preferences

The People’s Liberation Army Navy’s Approach to Maintenance Management: Cooking Dumplings in a Teapot

Insights and Tools to Improve the Applicant Experience with the Personnel Vetting and Security Clearance Process

Personnel Vetting 101 Applicant Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions and Common Misperceptions

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