James Underwood

As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, the demand for top-tier cybersecurity talent and innovative partnerships has never been more urgent. That was the central message from retired General Paul M. Nakasone in his keynote address at DistrictCon, a new DC hacker con that brings together security… Read More

The Vanderbilt Institute of National Security has launched the Wicked Problems Lab to tackle some of the toughest challenges in national security. By combining cutting-edge research with real-world expertise, the Lab develops practical, actionable solutions that bridge the gap between policy and implementation. Focused on Urgent Security Threats National security… Read More

On February 4, 2025, the Vanderbilt University Institute of National Security welcomed award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Liza Mundy to campus for a day of thought-provoking discussions with students and faculty. As part of the Lecture Series on Modern Conflict and Emerging Threats, Mundy shared her… Read More

Sam Altman, the visionary CEO of OpenAI and one of the most influential figures in artificial intelligence, is set to deliver the opening keynote at the 2025 Vanderbilt Summit on Modern Conflict and Emerging Threats. His highly anticipated address will take place on the morning of April 10, 2025,… Read More

In keynote remarks and a fireside chat at the Oct. 21 event, the former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said global… Read More

The rise of China. Cybersecurity threats. Climate change and fentanyl poisoning. These are just some of the issues national security leaders said led to the creation of the Vanderbilt Institute of National Security, which officially launched at an event held on campus Sept. 18, 2024. The Institute—part… Read More