About Me
Studying Global Security While Exploring The World
I am a doctoral student in Global Security at the American Public University. My research focuses on various topics that impact global security: space security, climate change and security risks in river deltas, non-traditional security threats in island nations, specifically pandemics, new climate change risks, and natural disasters. For the 2024-2025 academic year, I am a Fulbright grantee to Romania, researching climate change and security risks in the Danube Delta.
I work as an adjunct professor of political science at Georgia Military College. My previous experience includes a science support role at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California.
Between every two pines there is a doorway to a new world. – John Muir
In my spare time, I enjoy hiking the local peaks in Southern California, and when I travel for conferences, I always make time for a hike at my travel destination.
Hiking encourages a healthy and balanced lifestyle, offering physical, mental, and emotional benefits that contribute positively to academic and personal development.
In addition to hiking, I have a deep appreciation for primates and their unique behaviors and social structures. Whether visiting sanctuaries or observing them in their natural habitats, I am continually inspired by their intelligence, resilience, and the vital role they play in our ecosystems. This passion has led me to support conservation efforts and deepen my understanding of our closest animal relatives.
From Transylvania to Global Security: Andreea's Academic Journey
I am currently working towards a Doctorate in Global Security, an interdisciplinary pursuit combining my profound interests in science and policy. The blend of expertise in space and global security has shifted my focus to understanding the intricate relationship between climate change and global security. My choice of the Danube Delta for research is a testament to my commitment to merging my Romanian roots with global security academic pursuits.