Publications
Selected articles, books, and book chapters.
Nuclear Politics
Greasing the Wheels of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Regime: The Political Economy of Nuclear Suppliers Group Rules
Using a transaction cost framework, this research demonstrates how the Nuclear Suppliers Group acts as the essential 'grease' for international cooperation, mitigating the complex coordination challenges of nuclear trade.
On the Health of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Regime
Moving beyond common 'crisis' narratives, this article introduces a multidimensional framework to evaluate the nuclear nonproliferation regime. Looking beyond the NPT alone reveals a resilient, highly functional international institution.
Disaster Politics
Do Contracts Save Lives? The Relationship Between Contract Intensive Economies and Natural Disaster Fatalities
Shifting the focus from physical infrastructure to economic institutions, this study uses global data to demonstrate a clear link: countries with strong contract enforcement are significantly better equipped to reduce natural disaster fatalities.
Rules Versus Discretion: Comparing Disaster Declaration Institutions in the Philippines and Indonesia
Every disaster response begins with a formal declaration. This comparative study analyzes the trade-offs between rigid criteria and executive discretion, revealing how these institutional 'starting guns' shape recovery and political accountability.