Mr. Liam Murphy joined the NWC in the spring of 2025 as a research intern. He received a BA in Political Science from the University of Redlands in 2023. He is pursuing a Master’s in Security Policy Studies from the George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs. Throughout his academic career, Liam has completed coursework in political theory, public policy, spatial studies, security policy, and international relations. His research interests include foreign policy, counterterrorism, maritime security, nuclear weapons, and nonproliferation. Outside of academics, Liam enjoys hiking, golf, swimming, and chess.