Reducing nuclear risk

Through open-source research, analytical foresight and engagement of impact-capable networks.

The goal of Open Nuclear Network is to reduce the risk that nuclear weapons are used in response to error, uncertainty or misdirection, particularly in the context of escalating conflict, using innovation, inclusion and dialogue supported by open source data.

Monitor

Monitor and assess open source data

Analyse

Analyse information and produce actionable briefs

Engage

Engage decision makers through trusted networks

De-Escalate

Improve dialogue and de-escalate nuclear threat

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OUR COMMITMENTS

Innovation

Using cutting edge technologies for open source data analysis

Inclusion

Working with professionally and culturally diverse teams of experts and decision makers from all relevant countries.

Dialogue

Making sure that the conflict we are working on is resolved through peaceful diplomatic means where all parties could have substantive conversation about the root-cause of the conflict supported by fact-based analysis

Latest Analyses, News and Events

Tianran Xu for 38 North: "Revisiting North Korea’s Nuclear Tests"

ONN Senior Analyst Tianran Xu re-examines North Korea’s nuclear testing history and suggests some tests may have used more advanced designs than previously assessed in the new 38 North article.

March 03,2026
ONN Engages Parliamentarians at OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Winter Meeting in Vienna

For the third consecutive year, ONN participated in the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Winter Meeting in Vienna, engaging parliamentarians across the OSCE region and advancing discussions on nuclear risk reduction at a time of heightened geopolitical instability.

February 24,2026
Kristiana Nitisa Completes Applied Strategic Foresight Training in Copenhagen

ONN’s Foresight and Prediction Specialist, Kristiana Nitisa, recently took part in an intensive course on applied strategic foresight, strengthening our ability to analyse emerging risks, explore alternative futures and integrate structured futures thinking into nuclear risk reduction strategy.

February 03,2026