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

Webinar Recap - Escalation in the Middle East: Are Nuclear Risks Rising?

ONN Webinar recap: Escalation in the Middle East – Are Nuclear Risks Rising? Watch our discussion on what recent regional escalation could mean for nuclear risks.

March 09,2026
High-Explosives Testing in Nuclear Weapons Programmes

This paper examines how high-explosives support implosion-type nuclear weapons and why their testing matters. Building on ONN and VERTIC's open-source work on DPRK nuclear capabilities, it offers a practical baseline for analysing high-explosives testing programmes and signatures in the DPRK and other states.

March 12, 2026
Webinar - Escalation in the Middle East: Are Nuclear Risks Rising?

ONN Webinar: Escalation in the Middle East – Are Nuclear Risks Rising? Join us on 9 March, 17:00 CET for a discussion on what recent regional escalation could mean for nuclear risks.

March 04,2026