Andreea Mosila

The Obama Administration’s Musk Miscalculation: The Rise of an Untouchable Oligarch

The past two decades have seen Elon Musk’s meteoric rise from a Silicon Valley entrepreneur to one of the most influential individuals in the world. His influence extends far beyond the private sector, deeply penetrating government affairs, national infrastructure, and even global security. While his ventures, SpaceX, Tesla, Neuralink, and Starlink have revolutionized their respective …

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BLOG SERIES: Pandemics, Power, and Planetary Peril: Global Security Lessons from “The Stand”

Throughout The Stand, Stephen King presents a post-pandemic world where survival is not merely about enduring the initial catastrophe but also about adapting and rebuilding. The survivors of the superflu must navigate a new world without modern civilization’s infrastructure, institutions, and conveniences. Some communities thrive through cooperation and resourcefulness, while others fall into fear and authoritarianism. …

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NASA’s Day of Remembrance: Honoring the Legacy of Exploration

This week, we paused to reflect on NASA’s Day of Remembrance, an annual observance to honor the lives of the brave men and women who lost their lives in the pursuit of space exploration. This solemn occasion is a time to recognize the sacrifices made by astronauts and ground teams whose courage and dedication to advancing …

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The Federal Pause on Research Grants: A Global Security Concern

On January 27, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued Memorandum M-25-13, a directive mandating a temporary pause on all federal financial assistance programs, including grants and loans, to ensure alignment with the administration’s stated priorities. Effective January 28, this memorandum has profound implications for critical research areas, including space exploration, medical advancements, …

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The Cotofenesti Helmet Heist and Romania’s Fight for Cultural Heritage

Cultural heritage serves as a bridge connecting modern societies to their historical roots, encapsulating centuries of identity, pride, and resilience. This week, Romania found itself at the center of an international outrage when the Cotofenesti Helmet, a treasured artifact symbolizing the nation’s Dacian heritage, became the focus of a heist at a Dutch museum. This …

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Water Wars in the Age of Climate Change: California’s Delta and the Politics of Scarcity

Water is life. Yet, in regions like California’s Central Valley, water is also conflict. The Trump administration’s controversial efforts to increase water deliveries from California’s Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta to farms and cities reignited a debate that has long been simmering: How do we balance ecological preservation with human and economic demands? At the heart of …

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Reflections on DEI Challenges at NASA and Their Security Implications

In October 2024, I left my position at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to embark on a Fulbright research project in Romania. It was a bittersweet transition, but now, as I observe the unfolding changes within federal agencies in the United States, I feel fortunate for the timing. Recent directives to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion …

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Exploring New Zealand’s Pandemic Response: Insights from My First Published Book Chapter

I am thrilled to announce the publication of my first book chapter, “New Zealand’s Pandemic Response: A Model for Climate Crisis Management,” as part of The Indo-Pacific Mosaic: Comprehensive Security Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. This chapter delves into how New Zealand’s comprehensive and science-driven approach to COVID-19 management provides a compelling framework for tackling other …

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BLOG SERIES: Pandemics, Power, and Planetary Peril: Global Security Lessons from “The Stand”

Stephen King’s The Stand is a compelling exploration of leadership during an unparalleled crisis. As the superflu pandemic decimates the population, survivors rebuild their lives and societies, filling the void of collapsing governments. The novel vividly portrays how leadership can either foster resilience and unity or exploit fear and division. This blog examines the role of leadership …

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