Dr. Scott Sagan

Biography

Scott D. Sagan is the Caroline S. G. Munro Memorial Professor of Political Science and a Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University. He also serves as the Co-Director of the Center for International Security Cooperation. Sagan previously lectured in the Department of Government at Harvard University and worked at the Pentagon as a special assistant to the director of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. His notable publications include 'Moving Targets: Nuclear Strategy and National Security,' 'Limits of Safety: Organizations, Accidents, and Nuclear Weapons,' and co-editing works like 'Insider Threats' and 'Fragile Balance of Terror.' His research delves into U.S. nuclear doctrine, public attitudes towards nuclear weapons, and the management of insider threats in organizations. Sagan's contributions to the field have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the International Studies Association’s Susan Strange Award and the Thérèse Delpech Memorial Award. He has also received numerous teaching awards throughout his tenure, highlighting his commitment to education and mentoring.

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