Dr. Harvey Sapolsky

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Biography

Harvey Sapolsky is a professor emeritus at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he directs the Security Studies Program. He has a background in public policy with a focus on analyzing the effects of institutional structures and bureaucratic politics on policy outcomes. Professor Sapolsky earned his Bachelor of Arts from Boston University, followed by a Master of Public Administration and a PhD in political economy and government from Harvard University. His research interests lie primarily in defense politics, military innovation, and the structure of the defense industry. Throughout his career, he has served as a consultant and panel member for various governmental and military organizations, including the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the National Research Council. Additionally, he has been a visiting professor at the University of Michigan and the United States Military Academy at West Point. Professor Sapolsky remains engaged in topics such as civil-military relations and organizational theory connected to military issues.

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