Nolan Fahrenkopf

Dr. Nolan Fahrenkopf conducts research on a variety of missile, nuclear, and international security topics. Dr. Fahrenkopf is an expert in missile proliferation and production, and the role that scientific and technical human capital plays in the proliferation of conventional weapons and weapons of mass destruction.

His dissertation explored the connection between security interests, scientific, technical, and organizational capital, and technological diffusion in the production of advanced missile systems. He has extensive policy and academic experience with weapons proliferation, strategic trade controls, controlling arms and military equipment transfers, and UN Security Council Resolution 1540 compliance.

His work in this field has allowed him to lead seminars and conduct consultations with governments in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Serbia, Georgia, and other countries. Dr. Fahrenkopf has also provided recommendations to governments on trade regulations, customs controls, and border security in Eastern Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, and East Asia.