In Statu Nascendi Think Tank | IR Theory, Geopolitics, Geoeconomy

In Statu Nascendi Think Tank, a non-partisan, independent, and highly diversified network of scholars organized to study contemporary conflicts and political philosophy that provides advice and ideas on specific issues related to geoeconomic, political, and socio-economic problems.

Geopolitics - Geoeconomics - International Relations

Policy Research and Analysis

ISN conducts in-depth research on major global issues, including:

The EU's foreign and security policy
U.S. foreign and security policy
Defense and military strategy
International economics and geoeconomics
Energy, climate, and sustainability
Technology, cyber security, and space
Regional studies (Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, Americas)

Policy Research and Analysis

Forward-Looking Strategic Planning

ISN emphasizes long-term thinking by:

Fostering awareness of global and local challenges
Promoting critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and strategic judgment
Anticipating future geopolitical, technological, and security trends
Stress-testing policy options through scenarios and simulations
Identifying emerging risks and opportunities for the U.S. and its allies
Education and Capacity Building
The organization contributes to professional development by:
Training future policy leaders and analysts
Collaborating with fellows, scholars, and interns
Supporting global policy networks and leadership initiatives

Advising Policymakers

ISN provides evidence-based analysis and recommendations to:

European officials
Allied governments and international institutions
While influential, ISN does not make policy—it informs it.
Integrating theory with practical, real-world problem-solving
Encouraging creative problem-solving and entrepreneurial thinking
Building resilience and adaptability in complex environments
Encouraging collaboration across sectors and disciplines

International Engagement

ISN conducts in-depth research on major global issues, including:

ISN maintains strong global connections, including:
Partnerships with foreign think tanks and universities
Engagement with NATO, EU institutions, and regional organizations
Dialogue with policymakers from allied and partner states

Shaping Public Debate

A key role of ISN is to:

Translate complex strategic issues into accessible insights
Publish reports, briefs, and commentary
Engage the media and broader public on security and foreign policy matters
Convening and Dialogue
ISN serves as a neutral platform for:
High-level conferences, panels, and roundtables
Dialogue between policymakers, academics, military leaders, and industry experts
Track 1.5 and Track 2 diplomacy discussions

Democratic values, rule of law, and social cohesion

Address ethical dilemmas in leadership and governance
Promotes international collaboration and exchange
Develops cultural sensitivity and inclusive leadership skills
Strengthens understanding of Innovation and Adaptability
Promotes Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility
Supports youth-led initiatives addressing societal needs
Instills strong ethical foundations through accountability, transparency, and responsibility

Managing Director (MD) and Co-Founder

Piotr Pietrzak, Ph.D., is a co-founder of In Statu Nascendi Think Tank, a non-partisan, independent, and highly diversified network of scholars organized to study contemporary conflict and political philosophy, and to provide advice and ideas on specific issues related to geoeconomic, political, and socio-economic problems. He immerses himself in geopolitics every day.

As a political thinker, author, and trained ontologist, he takes pride in infusing a pragmatic perspective into IR theory, conflict management, and geopolitics. He is the author of On the Idea of Humanitarian Intervention: A New Compartmentalization of IR Theories (2021) [Ibidem Verlag] and the editor of nine independent collected editions [published by IGI Global]:

Dealing with Regional Conflicts of Global Importance (2024), Analyzing Global Responses to Contemporary Regional Conflicts (2024), Exploring the Implications of Local and Regional Conflicts (2025), International Relations Theory and Philosophical Political Insights into Conflict Management (2025), Strengthening International Relations Through Transformative Theory and Practice (2026), Geopolitical Rivalries and Strategic Competition Across Eurasia (2026), Societal, Legislative, and International Implications of War Crimes, Genocide, and Ethnic Cleansing (2026), The Morality of Software-Defined Warfare: Just War Theory, Army Medicine, and AI (2026), and Bridging Understanding Between Continental Philosophy and International Relations (2027)