Nuclear Terrorism : Assessment of U. S. Strategies to Prevent, Counter, and Respond to Weapons of Mass Destruction.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Contributor:

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Division on Earth and Life Studies

Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board

Committee on Assessing and Improving Strategies for Preventing, Countering, and Responding to Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism: Nuclear Threats

Series:

Consensus study report

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nuclear terrorism--Prevention.

Nuclear terrorism.

Weapons of mass destruction--Government policy.

Weapons of mass destruction.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (187 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, 2025.

Summary:

This publication, authored by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, examines strategies for preventing, countering, and responding to nuclear terrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMD). It provides a comprehensive assessment of current U.S. strategies, their effectiveness, and areas for improvement. With contributions from experts in security, defense, and nuclear studies, the report synthesizes findings, conclusions, and recommendations based on rigorous research and analysis. It is intended for policymakers, defense professionals, and researchers focused on national security and global stability. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

FrontMatter

Reviewers

Acknowledgments

Preface

Contents

Boxes, Figures, and Tables

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Executive Summary

Summary

1 Background and Study Task

2 Nuclear Terrorism Threats

3 New Dynamics in Nuclear Terrorism Pose New Risks

4 Geopolitical and Other Changes Eroding Long-Standing Nuclear Security Norms and Practices

5 The Evolving Civil Nuclear Energy Sector: Adapting Approaches and New Opportunities

6 The Risks Associated with Highly Enriched Uranium and Plutonium

7 Managing the Risks and Benefits of Radioactive Sources

8 Detection and Interdiction Efforts within and Outside the Global Supply System

9 Response to and Recovery from Nuclear Incidents

Appendix A: Presentations at the Committee's Public Information-Gathering Sessions

Appendix B: Five Eras of Nuclear Terrorism

Appendix C: Biographies of Committee, Consultant, and Study Director.

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ISBN:

0-309-70869-9

0-309-72282-9

OCLC:

1515275871