About Me

Dr. Wendy N. Whitman Cobb is a Professor of Strategy and Security Studies and Deputy Commandant at the School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS). Dr. Whitman Cobb received a BA and MA from the University of Central Florida, both in political science, and a PhD in political science from the University of Florida. Her research focuses on the political and institutional dynamics of space policy, public opinion of space exploration, and the influence of commerce on potential space conflict.

Recent Publications

The Many Restraints of Commercial Space

Costly Signals in Space: Increasing Credibility via Strategic Disclosure

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market

Coming Soon

From Tomorrowland to Mars: How Disney Influences Perceptions of Space Exploration

The opinions and assertions expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force or the Department of Defense.