NTI Tutorials
Tutorials cover the basics on nuclear weapons and materials and go deeper into specific aspects of global nuclear security, from missiles and delivery systems to radiological security and more.
NTI, in partnership with the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies, has developed this set of educational tutorials to build understanding among a new generation of experts and leaders on these often complex issues. The interactive tutorials include overviews of key issues, a glossary, maps, quizzes and more.
Nuclear 101
What does “nuclear” mean? Learn about what a nuclear reaction is, why certain materials are used for nuclear reactions, how we create the reactions, and how nuclear is used for both weapons and power.
Nuclear & Radiological Security
The how and why of nuclear security to keep the world safe from nuclear terrorism.
NPT Tutorial
How the Nonproliferation Treaty works, including a history of country involvement, why and how nuclear power is allowed, and how agencies can verify that countries aren’t developing weapons they shouldn’t be.
US Nuclear Budget
How much money does the US spend on nuclear weapons each year and what is that money used for (e.g. the nuclear triad, maintaining legacy systems, supporting nonproliferation efforts, etc.)
Nuclear Testing
The history of testing nuclear weapons, why nuclear weapons testing is now banned, and how the ban is enforced.
Nonproliferation Regime
How the Nonproliferation Treaty works, including a history of country involvement, why and how nuclear power is allowed, and how agencies can verify that countries aren’t developing weapons they shouldn’t be.