David Kirichenko

David Kirichenko is a researcher and expert specialising in autonomous systems, cyber warfare, irregular warfare, and military strategy. His analyses have been widely published in outlets such as the Atlantic Council, the Center for European Policy Analysis, the Irregular Warfare Center, Military Review, and The Hill, as well as in peer-reviewed journals. His work has been cited in publications like the Journal of Advanced Military Studies and by the Asymmetric Threat Analysis Center at the University of Maryland, among others.

In addition to his research, David is a war journalist that works on the front lines in Ukraine. Throughout the war, David has worked in hotspots such as the battle for Bakhmut and Chasiv Yar. He is a former Mosaic Taiwan fellow and was the recipient of the Sally Gorton leadership award by the late U.S. Senator Slade Gorton for his hard work, public service, inspiration, integrity and leadership.