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Alex S. Wilner is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Infrastructure Protection and International Security (IPIS) program at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University. His research focuses on contemporary deterrence theory and practice, with emerging interests in strategic foresight within Canadian public policy. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles on deterring terrorism, cyber deterrence, and artificial intelligence deterrence in leading international relations journals. His notable works include books like 'Deterrence Denial: Theory and Practice' and 'Deterring Rational Fanatics.' Wilner has extensive experience in training Canadian public servants on foresight tools and techniques, conducting workshops for various governmental bodies. His current projects examine deepfake technologies, artificial intelligence's impact on contemporary conflict, and evaluations of strategic foresight in public policy decision-making. His dedication to mentoring graduate students earned him the Outstanding Faculty Graduate Mentor Award from Carleton's Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs.
Carleton University • Ottawa, ON, Canada
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