At the Crossroads: Counterproliferation and National Security Strategy

The Center for Counterproliferation Research has a broad mandate for education and research,
and pursues ambitious initiatives in both areas. Through intensive education and outreach programs,
including its relationship with the National War College, the NATO Staff Officer Orientation Course,
and the Capstone General and Flag Officer Course, the center is dedicated to embedding in military and civilian leaders an awareness of the proliferation threat as it relates to defense policy, programs, and military operations. The research mission includes assessing U.S. counterproliferation policies and programs; developing doctrine and improving training; understanding nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) operational and strategic effects; deterring regional NBC adversaries; and enhancing alliance/coalition preparedness and cooperation. Through these efforts, the center furthers the understanding of the evolving security implications of NBC proliferation and fashions effective responses.