About CADS

The Center for Advanced Defense Studies (CADS) researches, educates, and implements intent-driven approaches worldwide to promote global security.

A non-profit, non-governmental organization based in Washington, DC, CADS empowers experts from government, military, academia and the private sector who are committed to solving the security problems of today and examining the defense issues of tomorrow.

Through its networked organizational approach, the Center works with educational and research institutions, international organizations, government bodies and other institutions on projects crucial to global security.

CADS is a recognized leader in the fields of

Global security policy
International relations and global security simulations
Cyber security and information assurance
Emerging Technology Ecosystems and Technology Transfer
Cognitive informatics
Decision making under conditions of uncertainty
Intent-centric paradigms
Integrated situational awareness
Policy and security analysis
Network-based distributed control systems

The Center has a steering committee of distinguished former government officials and industry and academic leaders. CADS currently maintains a diverse roster of 43 fellows and an experienced in-house research team.