Center for Nuclear Security Science and Policy Initiatives - NSSPI

10/09/2026

Join us on October 19th for a discussion with Dr. Francesca Giovannini of the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science & International Affairs as part of the NSSPI / NEREC 2.0 Global Seminar Series. Dr. Giovannini will lead a discussion of how the wars involving Ukraine and Iran are reshaping the global nuclear nonproliferation landscape, including their implications for nuclear security, deterrence, international norms, and the future of the nonproliferation regime.

https://nsspi.tamu.edu/nsspi-nerec-2-0-global-seminar-series/nsspi-nerec-2-0-seminar-dr-francesca-giovannini/

10/09/2026

Dr. Craig Marianno and several NSSPI students recently participated in RIID Night, an event hosted by the Texas A&M Health Physics Society chapter. The event provided an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience with Radioisotope Identification Devices (RIIDs), learn about radiation detection and isotope identification, and explore practical applications of these technologies in nuclear security.

10/05/2026

The NSSPI Network is strong! Check out the profiles of our recent (and not-so-recent) graduates on our new graduate network page:

Get to know our recent graduates and explore the full list of NSSPI graduates from past years. Together, they represent an important part of the diverse community of scholars and professionals advancing work in nuclear security science, policy, and related fields.

09/21/2026

We are seeking local applicants for the 2026 IAEA School of Nuclear Knowledge Management.

The IAEA School of Nuclear Knowledge Management will be held in College Station, TX from November 2–6, 2026.

To be eligible to participate as a local participant, individuals must be U.S. citizens or residents and serve in a role directly related to nuclear knowledge management. Local participants will be responsible for covering their own travel expenses. All other participants have already been selected for this school.

If you have any questions, please email Kelley Ragusa at [email protected]

https://tamu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9G18faEyF8kML7U

08/07/2026

NSSPI had an outstanding week at the INMM Annual Meeting, highlighting our commitment to advancing nuclear security, safeguards, and the next generation of professionals.

We kicked off the conference by co-organizing a course on the Operational Use of AI for Nuclear Materials Management. The course brought together 20 participants and more than 20 observers for a day of expert presentations, engaging discussions, and hands-on exercises exploring the practical application of AI in nuclear materials management.

On Monday, NSSPI Director Dr. Mansung Yim, along with Texas A&M INMM Student Chapter Past President Christine Mathew and current President John Corder, joined students, faculty, and workforce experts for a panel discussion on the role of student chapters in developing the next generation of nuclear nonproliferation professionals. The conversation highlighted both the opportunities and challenges of building strong student communities that support the future workforce.

Throughout the week, NSSPI students, researchers, and faculty shared their expertise by presenting papers, participating in panels, and contributing to discussions across a wide range of topics.

INMM Student chapter

We’re proud of our team’s contributions and grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s meeting a success. Here’s to the continued growth of NSSPI and to the students and professionals who are shaping the future of nuclear nonproliferation and safeguards. TAMU Nuclear Engineering

08/04/2026

06/15/2026

NSSPI faculty fellow Dr. Farheen Naqvi has been leading lectures and hands on activities for high school students wirh help from our graduate students as part of the Nuclear Engineering Summer Symposium.

05/28/2026

NSSPI graduate students recently took part in the 2026 Domestic Nuclear Facilities Experience, visiting nuclear facilities across New Mexico and Texas to see safeguards, security, verification, enrichment, and waste disposal in practice.

Thank you to the hosts and experts who made this valuable hands-on learning experience possible.

Read more: https://nsspi.tamu.edu/nsspi-conducts-domestic-nuclear-facilities-experience-in-new-mexico-and-texas/

05/12/2026

The torch has been passed!

The Texas A&M INMM Student Chapter held elections in April, and we are excited to introduce our officers for the 2026–2027 academic year:

President: John Corder
Executive Vice President: Ana-Maria Popa
Treasurer: Jason Scott
Secretary: Zoe Chandler
VP of Undergraduate Affairs: Matthew Rios
Social Affairs: Christine Mathew

Congratulations to the new officer team! We look forward to an exciting year ahead!

05/11/2026

Congratulations to our NSSPI graduates!

This weekend, we celebrated three outstanding students as they reached an important milestone:

- Grace Long — Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering with a Nonproliferation Specialization
- Peyton Carr — M.S. in Nuclear Engineering with a Nonproliferation Specialization
- Nuria Putnam — M.S. in Nuclear Engineering with a Nonproliferation Specialization

We are proud of their hard work, dedication, and contributions to the NSSPI community. We look forward to seeing the impact they will make in the field of nuclear security and nonproliferation.

Please join us in congratulating Grace, Peyton, and Nuria!