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Artificial Intelligence, the Complexity Trap, and National Security

This essay by Carl O. Pabo, Ph.D., introduces an agent-based model designed to help us foresee some of the critical changes likely to occur in an age of AI.

Sam Bresnick and Cole McFaul Named as Andrew W. Marshall Fellows

The Andrew W. Marshall Foundation (AWMF) welcomes Sam Bresnick and Cole McFaul as the 2025-2027 Andrew W. Marshall (AWM) Fellows, hosted in residence at the Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET) at Georgetown University.

Message From Executive Director Melissa Flagg

JAFFREY, NH – I am genuinely excited to join The Andrew W. Marshall Foundation as Executive Director. I am particularly excited to announce our cornerstone […]

AWMF Appoints Melissa Flagg as Executive Director

The Andrew W. Marshall Foundation (AWMF) has appointed Melissa Flagg, Ph.D., as its Executive Director. Melissa’s distinguished career as a leader and strategic thinker in her roles in research, government, and non-profit organizations, and as an AWMF advisor make her uniquely qualified for this position.

Travis Zahnow Named Aspen Strategy Group Rising Leader

The Andrew W. Marshall Foundation (AWMF) is pleased to announce that Travis Zahnow, a Grand Prize Winner of the 2022 Andrew W. Marshall Paper Prize, has been named by the Aspen Institute as a member of the Aspen Strategy Group (ASG) Rising Leaders Program Class of 2025.

New Publication: When Efficiency Harms the Mission

This third essay in a series by Melissa Flagg, PhD, argues that focusing on mission over efficiency is essential for America’s national security.

New Publication: The New Gap in America’s R&D Funding Landscape

This second essay in a series written by Melissa Flagg, PhD, envisions a new role for the federal government in R&D funding.

AWMF Welcomes Carl O. Pabo as 2025 Scholar

The Andrew W. Marshall Foundation (AWMF) is pleased to welcome Dr. Carl O. Pabo, noted scientist and strategic analyst, as the 2025 Andrew W. Marshall Scholar.