Department of Public Administration and Sociology at the Erasmus University Rotterdam is world-leading research institution in public policy and public administration. This research focuses on several themes, from broad theoretical and methodological angles. The department places great attention on the societal relevance of the research undertaken within the department. Research foci include global and European governance. The research addresses also major themes of international security, including the politics of nuclear weapons, nuclear disarmament, military applications of the AI and the public opinion on international security.