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Biography
Ali Alkis is a Turkish nuclear security professional recognized as an emerging leader in global nuclear security initiatives. He is a Ph.D. candidate at Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey, where he focuses on nuclear security, non-proliferation, and the intersection of Turkish nuclear policies and foreign affairs. Alkis also serves as the World Institute for Nuclear Security (WINS) Ambassador to Turkey and has been credited with coining the term "nuclear piracy."
Early Life and Education
Ali Alkis was born and raised in Ankara, Turkey. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Hacettepe University, where his research is concentrated on nuclear security and non-proliferation, with a particular emphasis on Turkey's nuclear policies and their implications for foreign relations.
Career
Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Alkis has been recognized as an emerging leader within the Nuclear Threat Initiative's (NTI) Global Dialogue on Nuclear Security Priorities. His involvement includes engaging in shaping global discussions and strategies aimed at enhancing nuclear security worldwide.
WINS Ambassador to Turkey In his role as the WINS Ambassador to Turkey, Alkis is instrumental in fostering international collaboration on nuclear security. He represents the World Institute for Nuclear Security, contributing to efforts that aim to enhance nuclear security practices both in Turkey and globally.
Gender Champions in Nuclear Policy Alkis is an advocate for gender equality in the nuclear policy arena. As a member of the Gender Champions in Nuclear Policy, he works towards promoting diversity and inclusion within the field.
Contribution to Nuclear Security Alkis has made significant contributions to the discourse on nuclear security through his research and thought leadership. Notably, he is credited with originating the term "nuclear piracy," which addresses new dimensions of nuclear security threats.
Research Interests
Alkis's research interests span a range of topics including:
Nuclear security Non-proliferation Nuclear terrorism Nuclear piracy Turkish nuclear policies and foreign relations