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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
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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 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
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Jun 16, 2026

Understanding Partner Preferences in the Selection of Defense Capabilities: Case Studies Exploring the Selection of Alternatives to U.S. Solutions

Through eight case studies, this report describes the factors that shape a country’s decision to acquire military capabilities and the trade-offs in cost, function, timelines for delivery, and other incentives to select suppliers and systems.

Aidan Winn, Caitlin McCulloch, Jennifer D. P. Moroney, Beth Grill, Krystyna Marcinek, Casey Mahoney, Stephanie Pezard, David E. Thaler, Paul Cormarie
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Jun 11, 2026

China’s Techno-Industrial Strategy in the Xi Era: Producing Under Pressure

In this report, the authors examine how China’s techno-industrial policy has evolved under Xi Jinping into a more centralized, security-linked, and finance-driven system.

Gerard DiPippo, Jonathon Sine, Benjamin Lenain
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Jun 9, 2026

Navigating Duality in Space: Establishing a Foundational Understanding of Dual-Use Space Activities

This report synthesizes findings from a baseline report, three international stakeholder workshops, and other team engagements to examine the global landscape of dual-use space systems and offers recommendations for future norms.

Bruce McClintock, David Glickstein, Krista Langeland, Anca Agachi, Mélusine Lebret, Karen Schwindt
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Jun 2, 2026

Gender Norms Survey Measurement in Very Young Adolescents in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Review of Survey Efforts and Synthesis of Best Practices

This report provides a review of existing survey efforts and promising methodological practices for measuring gender norms among very young adolescents ages 10 to 14 in low- and middle-income countries, based on literature and expert consultations.

Julia Rollison, Laura J. Faherty, Lia Pak, Maya Rabinowitz
Research

May 7, 2026

How to Forecast China’s Lithography Leap: A Comparative Analysis of the Delphi Method and Crowdsourced Forecasting

The authors assess two forecasting methodologies’ abilities to contribute to the fast-moving field of techno-economic competition in the context of the global semiconductor ecosystem and China’s efforts to indigenize lithography technology.

Marie Jones, Fabian Villalobos
Research

May 5, 2026

Force Multipliers in the Americas: Harnessing Security Force Assistance to Bolster Homeland Defense and U.S. Strategic Objectives in Latin America

In this report, the authors outline potential ways to harness the full potential of U.S. Department of War security force assistance activities in Latin America.

Irina A. Chindea, Elina Treyger, Tahina Montoya, Kiki Hunegs
Research

May 5, 2026

China's Science and Technology Strategy in Perspective: Historical Evolution, Political Drivers, and Global Implications

In this report, the authors analyze how China conceptualizes science and technology as part of the country's broader national strategy by drawing on a variety of government documents, literature, and international reports.

Shanshan Mei, Judith Huismans
Research

Apr 14, 2026

Building the Knowledge and Skills the U.S. Air Force Needs for Strategic Competition with China: Sharpening the Sword and Burnishing the Shield

The authors assess how the U.S. Air Force develops and utilizes China-relevant expertise and identify systemic gaps that limit the service’s ability to build, sustain, and use the capabilities needed for long-term strategic competition with China.

Miriam Matthews, Cristina L. Garafola, Sean Robson, Benjamin J. Sacks, Rebecca Wusinich, Angela K. Clague, Devon Hill, Catherine Kish, Yoony Lee
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Mar 19, 2026

Consensus building research to identify the 'ideal' policy framework for early cancer care

Using expert consensus methods, we developed an evidence-based framework for early cancer care emphasising integrated policy, system strengthening, workforce capacity, data infrastructure, and ongoing evaluation for equitable, sustainable outcomes.

Fifi Olumogba, Callum Gunn, Manon Richard-Sheridan, Daniela Moye Holz

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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

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

Understanding Partner Preferences in the Selection of Defense Capabilities: Case Studies Exploring the Selection of Alternatives to U.S. Solutions

China’s Techno-Industrial Strategy in the Xi Era: Producing Under Pressure

Navigating Duality in Space: Establishing a Foundational Understanding of Dual-Use Space Activities

Gender Norms Survey Measurement in Very Young Adolescents in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Review of Survey Efforts and Synthesis of Best Practices

How to Forecast China’s Lithography Leap: A Comparative Analysis of the Delphi Method and Crowdsourced Forecasting

Force Multipliers in the Americas: Harnessing Security Force Assistance to Bolster Homeland Defense and U.S. Strategic Objectives in Latin America

China's Science and Technology Strategy in Perspective: Historical Evolution, Political Drivers, and Global Implications

Building the Knowledge and Skills the U.S. Air Force Needs for Strategic Competition with China: Sharpening the Sword and Burnishing the Shield

Consensus building research to identify the 'ideal' policy framework for early cancer care

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