Policy areas
Many policy areas involve or are affected by today’s rapid technological changes. The pages below serve as introductory resources for some of those policy areas. They include recommendations for resources, relevant fellowships, think tanks, and more.
AI policy
AI systems are advancing rapidly, raising complex challenges for society. AI governance is essential in dealing with those challenges and many organizations, both in and outside of government, are contributing to it.
Biosecurity policy
Progress in biotechnology can improve health, economic growth, and pandemic preparedness, but it could also exacerbate biological threats, whether natural, accidental, or deliberate. Policymakers play a critical role in shaping the trajectory of this technology and its security implications.
China and tech policy
China’s influence is growing across various areas of science and technology—including AI, telecommunications, robotics, semiconductors, biotechnology, and more—a trend shaped by and contributing to dynamics of geopolitical competition.
Civic tech
The civic tech community aims to empower citizens, fostering civic engagement and enhancing the relationship between citizens and government. It uses technology to address societal challenges and make government work better.
Cyber policy
As our world becomes increasingly connected, cyberspace has become a new frontier of geopolitical contention. Cybersecurity and digital policies are crucial in safeguarding nations and their citizens from cyber threats.
Nuclear security policy
Nuclear weapons have been at the heart of US national security since World War II, and analysts worry that recent technological trends might exacerbate risks such as accidents and deterrence failures. Since the dawn of the nuclear age, policy professionals have been vital in managing these risks.
Space policy
As aerospace technologies develop, space is becoming an increasingly important domain for science, business, diplomacy, and international security. Space policy addresses complex issues like exploration, commercialization, and security beyond Earth.