Dr. Alex Wilner

Associate Professor

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Biography

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.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor; Director, IPIS; Chair, Cybersecurity Collaborative Specialization

2015-01-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, ON, Canada

Awards

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Outstanding Faculty Graduate Mentor Award

2023-01-01

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.