Matthew Parker is a Research Assistant at the Partnership for Global Security, focusing on nuclear security, international security, and energy policy. He is currently pursuing a dual BA/MPP degree at the in the School of Public Policy at the University Maryland. He earned his BA as a double major in Public Policy and Government and Politics, with his MPP concentrating in International Security and Economics. He has previously held positions with the United States International Trade Commission and the office of Maryland State Senator Sara Love.