Psychology x Security
I focus on the intersection of psychology and security. My research examines both illicit actors (terrorist, criminal, insurgent) and responding systems (Police, Military, Government). I focus on decision-making, behaviour, incident response and recovery.
I have worked with Police Forces, Governments and Militaries across the world and I am currently Director of the Center for Terrorism and Security Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell.
ABOUT ME
WHAT IS CTSS?
I am the Director of the Center for Terrorism and Security Studies (CTSS) at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. CTSS leads and facilitates scientific research, education and training to help understand and respond to the evolution, convergence and complexity of domestic and foreign security challenges.
We examine practitioner-oriented and policy-relevant issues from multiple academic perspectives and methodologies. Our research is evidence-driven and non-partisan.
Our research is disseminated to various audiences. We produce academic books, journal articles and textbooks for undergraduate and graduate programs; for the general public we write blog posts and record educational podcasts; and for the practitioner we deliver technical reports, pragmatic briefs and notes for policy considerations.
We teach undergraduate and graduate courses in several academic programs at the University, and provide training workshops and seminars for practitioners throughout the intelligence, law enforcement and military communities.
CONTACT
Neil Shortland Ph.D.
Center for Terrorism and Security Studies
University of Massachusetts Lowell
113 Wilder Street
Lowell, MA 01854
Office Phone: (978) 934-4045
E-mail: Neil_Shortland@uml.edu
Center Phone: 978-934-4830
Center Email: ctss@uml.edu