Nuclear Threat Initiative
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A nonprofit, nonpartisan global security organization focused on reducing nuclear, biological, and emerging tech threats imperiling humanity.
Biological risks — from climate-driven disease to engineered pathogens — continue to threaten markets, supply chains, and global R&D. Join us to discuss solutions at the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. #JPM2026
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December 19, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Biological risks — from climate-driven disease to engineered pathogens — continue to threaten markets, supply chains, and global R&D. Join us to discuss solutions at the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. #JPM2026
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Ending the spread of nuclear weapons and materials requires that technological understanding works hand-in-hand with policy action and diplomacy. NTI works in all three areas to verifiably prevent nuclear proliferation.
December 17, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Ending the spread of nuclear weapons and materials requires that technological understanding works hand-in-hand with policy action and diplomacy. NTI works in all three areas to verifiably prevent nuclear proliferation.
"There has never been a greater or more urgent need for dialogue, trust-building among major powers, a rules-based system, and new efforts at disarmament," writes
@elbaradei.bsky.social, former vice president of Egypt and Director General Emeritus of the IAEA.
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@elbaradei.bsky.social, former vice president of Egypt and Director General Emeritus of the IAEA.
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A New Age of Nuclear Proliferation?
Mohamed ElBaradei thinks new technologies and geopolitical tensions are pushing the world to the edge of the abyss.
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December 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM
"There has never been a greater or more urgent need for dialogue, trust-building among major powers, a rules-based system, and new efforts at disarmament," writes
@elbaradei.bsky.social, former vice president of Egypt and Director General Emeritus of the IAEA.
Read more. ⤵️
@elbaradei.bsky.social, former vice president of Egypt and Director General Emeritus of the IAEA.
Read more. ⤵️
Do you think that the movie Elf is just a cinematic masterpiece about the magic of the holiday season? Think again.
It offers key lessons on global health security. Read @scottnolansmith.com’s blog to see why, unlike Santa’s sleigh, global health crises can’t be solved with singing.
It offers key lessons on global health security. Read @scottnolansmith.com’s blog to see why, unlike Santa’s sleigh, global health crises can’t be solved with singing.
What Buddy the Elf Can Teach Us About Global Health Security
You might not expect a man in yellow tights eating syrupy spaghetti to teach you about global health security—but Elf offers surprisingly helpful lessons to understand the importance of addressing…
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December 15, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Do you think that the movie Elf is just a cinematic masterpiece about the magic of the holiday season? Think again.
It offers key lessons on global health security. Read @scottnolansmith.com’s blog to see why, unlike Santa’s sleigh, global health crises can’t be solved with singing.
It offers key lessons on global health security. Read @scottnolansmith.com’s blog to see why, unlike Santa’s sleigh, global health crises can’t be solved with singing.
Emerging technologies—especially AI—are rapidly reshaping nuclear and biological security, outpacing frameworks built for fewer actors and slower change, eroding long‑standing assumptions. We must anticipate long‑term technology trends and update our security models accordingly.
December 12, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Emerging technologies—especially AI—are rapidly reshaping nuclear and biological security, outpacing frameworks built for fewer actors and slower change, eroding long‑standing assumptions. We must anticipate long‑term technology trends and update our security models accordingly.
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. NTI | bio recently introduced a new framework to help funders evaluate research proposals, assess risks, and support appropriate risk-mitigation efforts. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=irjm...
Integrating Biosafety & Biosecurity into Funding Decisions
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. This webinar will introduce a new framework—developed collaboratively by a diverse group of internationally recognized…
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December 12, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. NTI | bio recently introduced a new framework to help funders evaluate research proposals, assess risks, and support appropriate risk-mitigation efforts. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=irjm...
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Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. As science advances, so do biosafety and biosecurity challenges. @nti.org has published new guidance and a framework to help funders assess risks and evaluate research proposals. www.nti.org/analysis/art...
Guidance for Assessing Biosecurity and Biosafety Risks: For the Purpose of Reviewing Research Proposals Prior to Funding
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. This new framework—developed collaboratively by a diverse group of internationally recognized experts—helps funders identify ...
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December 11, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. As science advances, so do biosafety and biosecurity challenges. @nti.org has published new guidance and a framework to help funders assess risks and evaluate research proposals. www.nti.org/analysis/art...
Don't fa-la-la-la-fall for the myth that nuclear weapons make us safer.
December 11, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Don't fa-la-la-la-fall for the myth that nuclear weapons make us safer.
Recent crises, like climate events and the pandemic, have shown weaknesses in global systems amid potential nuclear conflicts. In 2025, the UN formed a panel to study nuclear war effects. On Dec 3, NTI's @patriciajaworek.bsky.social presented to the panel on the economic impact. Learn more. ⤵️
NTI Highlights Economic Fallout Risks at UN Nuclear Effects Panel
Rapid globalization has created unprecedented systemic vulnerabilities and the potential for nuclear use to trigger cascading failures and far-reaching economic collapse.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Recent crises, like climate events and the pandemic, have shown weaknesses in global systems amid potential nuclear conflicts. In 2025, the UN formed a panel to study nuclear war effects. On Dec 3, NTI's @patriciajaworek.bsky.social presented to the panel on the economic impact. Learn more. ⤵️
The accelerating pace of global innovation, driven by the democratization of artificial intelligence and dozens of emerging technologies, is redefining global security—opening both unprecedented opportunities and entirely new categories of risks.
December 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The accelerating pace of global innovation, driven by the democratization of artificial intelligence and dozens of emerging technologies, is redefining global security—opening both unprecedented opportunities and entirely new categories of risks.
Emerging tech + national security—NTI's Dimitri Kusnezov joined @jeannemeserve.bsky.social to discuss critical risks and opportunities at the intersection of AI, nuclear, and biosecurity.
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Episode 91: Dimitri Kusnezov on the Opportunities at the Intersection of AI, Nuclear, and Biosecurity
Podcast Episode · NatSec Tech · 12/04/2025 · 30m
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December 9, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Emerging tech + national security—NTI's Dimitri Kusnezov joined @jeannemeserve.bsky.social to discuss critical risks and opportunities at the intersection of AI, nuclear, and biosecurity.
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We're working on it, mom!
December 5, 2025 at 8:31 PM
We're working on it, mom!
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. Join us December 11 at 10:00 am EST for a webinar on integrating biosafety and biosecurity into funding decisions.
Learn more and register now. ⤵️
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Learn more and register now. ⤵️
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Integrating Biosafety & Biosecurity into Funding Decisions
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. This webinar will introduce a new framework—developed collaboratively by a diverse group of internationally recognized…
www.nti.org
December 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Funders play a key role in shaping how life science research is conducted. Join us December 11 at 10:00 am EST for a webinar on integrating biosafety and biosecurity into funding decisions.
Learn more and register now. ⤵️
www.nti.org/events/launc...
Learn more and register now. ⤵️
www.nti.org/events/launc...
National governments, industry leaders, and philanthropic organizations must champion AIxBio innovation where safety and security are not afterthoughts, but core drivers of progress—essential to unlocking the full positive potential of these powerful technologies.
Read our full report now. ⤵️
Read our full report now. ⤵️
Safeguarding Against Global Catastrophe
AIxBio capabilities hold immense promise—but they also introduce unprecedented risks. The exploitation of AIxBio capabilities for harm is a plausible near-term risk—and the time for action is now.…
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December 3, 2025 at 9:02 PM
National governments, industry leaders, and philanthropic organizations must champion AIxBio innovation where safety and security are not afterthoughts, but core drivers of progress—essential to unlocking the full positive potential of these powerful technologies.
Read our full report now. ⤵️
Read our full report now. ⤵️
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The race for AI supremacy could devolve into a race to the bottom on safety. Exploitation of AIxBio capabilities for harm is a plausible near-term risk—and the time for action is now. Latest @nti.org report offers actionable recommendations for governments and industry. www.nti.org/analysis/art...
Safeguarding Against Global Catastrophe
AIxBio capabilities hold immense promise—but they also introduce unprecedented risks. The exploitation of AIxBio capabilities for harm is a plausible near-term risk—and the time for action is now.
www.nti.org
December 3, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The race for AI supremacy could devolve into a race to the bottom on safety. Exploitation of AIxBio capabilities for harm is a plausible near-term risk—and the time for action is now. Latest @nti.org report offers actionable recommendations for governments and industry. www.nti.org/analysis/art...
In his interview with Anusha Trivedi, Hugh Sullivan spoke about his work in development and how he came to NTI. Discussing impactful aspects of his career, he said, "I think for me some of the most moving gifts and relationships have been people contributing at a level that's significant for them."
Get to Know NTI: Hugh Sullivan
Hugh Sullivan is NTI’s vice president for development. He has centered his career on promoting mutually beneficial international understanding through education, partnerships, and scientific inquiry…
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December 3, 2025 at 4:22 PM
In his interview with Anusha Trivedi, Hugh Sullivan spoke about his work in development and how he came to NTI. Discussing impactful aspects of his career, he said, "I think for me some of the most moving gifts and relationships have been people contributing at a level that's significant for them."
Interested in how we can harness the benefits of AI and biotechnology while preventing misuse?
Join us tomorrow for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities to prevent global catastrophe!
Join us tomorrow for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities to prevent global catastrophe!
Report Launch: Safeguarding AIxBio Capabilities to Prevent Global Catastrophe
"Safeguarding Against Global Catastrophe: Risks, Opportunities, and Governance Options at the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Biology," highlights actions the international community can…
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December 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Interested in how we can harness the benefits of AI and biotechnology while preventing misuse?
Join us tomorrow for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities to prevent global catastrophe!
Join us tomorrow for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities to prevent global catastrophe!
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"Between the research cuts and the dismantling of the knowledge pipeline, we are now less prepared for a biological attack today than we were yesterday, and we are setting ourselves up to be years behind tomorrow," says NTI's Jaime Yassif on how the United States is moving backwards on biodefense.
Moving Backward on Biodefense? | Leader's Edge Magazine
Moving Backward on Biodefense? Though the Trump administration maintains it is committed to disease preparedness, cuts to relevant federal agencies and R&D pipelines have experts questioning the…
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December 2, 2025 at 4:30 PM
"Between the research cuts and the dismantling of the knowledge pipeline, we are now less prepared for a biological attack today than we were yesterday, and we are setting ourselves up to be years behind tomorrow," says NTI's Jaime Yassif on how the United States is moving backwards on biodefense.
Today, people around the world are coming together for a global day of giving.
Please join us today to reduce nuclear risks, prevent biological catastrophes, and harness AI & emerging tech to build a safer world. Every dollar helps and will be doubled by our #GivingTuesday match!
Please join us today to reduce nuclear risks, prevent biological catastrophes, and harness AI & emerging tech to build a safer world. Every dollar helps and will be doubled by our #GivingTuesday match!
Double Your Impact This Giving Tuesday
December 2 is Giving Tuesday, the global day of giving—and we have exciting news: Every gift will be matched 1:1 by an NTI Board member! That means your impact will be doubled to help build a safer wo...
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December 2, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Today, people around the world are coming together for a global day of giving.
Please join us today to reduce nuclear risks, prevent biological catastrophes, and harness AI & emerging tech to build a safer world. Every dollar helps and will be doubled by our #GivingTuesday match!
Please join us today to reduce nuclear risks, prevent biological catastrophes, and harness AI & emerging tech to build a safer world. Every dollar helps and will be doubled by our #GivingTuesday match!
#GivingTuesday is just one day away!
Tomorrow, your support for NTI will go twice as far thanks to a 1:1 match. Join us in working to reduce global threats and build a safer world. www.nti.org/risky-busine...
Tomorrow, your support for NTI will go twice as far thanks to a 1:1 match. Join us in working to reduce global threats and build a safer world. www.nti.org/risky-busine...
Double Your Impact This Giving Tuesday
December 2 is Giving Tuesday, the global day of giving—and we have exciting news: Every gift will be matched 1:1 by an NTI Board member! That means your impact will be doubled to help build a safer…
www.nti.org
December 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
#GivingTuesday is just one day away!
Tomorrow, your support for NTI will go twice as far thanks to a 1:1 match. Join us in working to reduce global threats and build a safer world. www.nti.org/risky-busine...
Tomorrow, your support for NTI will go twice as far thanks to a 1:1 match. Join us in working to reduce global threats and build a safer world. www.nti.org/risky-busine...
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How do we harness AI’s benefits while preventing catastrophic misuse in biology?
Join @nti.org for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities.
Dec. 3 at 11:00AM ET
Register here: www.nti.org/events/repor...
Join @nti.org for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities.
Dec. 3 at 11:00AM ET
Register here: www.nti.org/events/repor...
Report Launch: Safeguarding AIxBio Capabilities to Prevent Global Catastrophe
"Safeguarding Against Global Catastrophe: Risks, Opportunities, and Governance Options at the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Biology," highlights actions the international community can t...
www.nti.org
November 26, 2025 at 6:57 PM
How do we harness AI’s benefits while preventing catastrophic misuse in biology?
Join @nti.org for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities.
Dec. 3 at 11:00AM ET
Register here: www.nti.org/events/repor...
Join @nti.org for the virtual launch of our new report on safeguarding AIxBio capabilities.
Dec. 3 at 11:00AM ET
Register here: www.nti.org/events/repor...
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the ninth annual Next Generation for Biosecurity Competition! Huge congratulations to Shreyash Borkar, Sriram Kumar, and Kaitlyn Connors, as well as the runners-up, Clement Bijl, Yasmin Cürük, and Nina Ding.
Learn more about the competition. ⤵️
Learn more about the competition. ⤵️
Introducing the Winners of the 2025 Next Generation for Biosecurity Competition
Students and early-career professionals from 19 countries across five continents entered the 2025 competition. The challenge called for innovative papers on how to define “biological weapons” in today...
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November 20, 2025 at 5:33 PM
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the ninth annual Next Generation for Biosecurity Competition! Huge congratulations to Shreyash Borkar, Sriram Kumar, and Kaitlyn Connors, as well as the runners-up, Clement Bijl, Yasmin Cürük, and Nina Ding.
Learn more about the competition. ⤵️
Learn more about the competition. ⤵️
So embarrassing...
November 19, 2025 at 7:05 PM
So embarrassing...
NTI's Siri Beck-Friis, sat down with Isabelle Williams, the senior director of NTI's Global Nuclear Policy Program to interview her for our blog.
Read more about Isabelle's background, expertise, and interests outside of work now
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Read more about Isabelle's background, expertise, and interests outside of work now
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Get to Know NTI: Isabelle Williams
Isabelle Williams serves as a senior director at NTI. She leads and supports projects across the organization, including understanding nuclear effects and advancing a vision of a world free of…
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November 19, 2025 at 5:15 PM
NTI's Siri Beck-Friis, sat down with Isabelle Williams, the senior director of NTI's Global Nuclear Policy Program to interview her for our blog.
Read more about Isabelle's background, expertise, and interests outside of work now
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Read more about Isabelle's background, expertise, and interests outside of work now
www.nti.org/risky-busine...