Deganit Paikowsky

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Deganit Paikowsky is a leading scholar in space policy and international relations, whose work illuminates the geopolitical dynamics of space exploration and its evolution from a Cold War arena to a global, commercial domain. Her research focuses on the intersection of technology, security, and diplomacy in outer space, with a particular emphasis on the rise of new spacefaring nations and the implications for global governance. Her most-cited work, "Spaceflight: The Development of Science, Surveillance, and Commerce in Space" (2012), published in the centennial issue of *Proceedings of the IEEE*, provides a sweeping historical analysis of spaceflight’s transformation—from its origins in mid-20th-century superpower rivalry to its contemporary role in surveillance, scientific discovery, and commercial enterprise. This paper, with 18 citations, is a cornerstone for understanding the strategic and technological shifts that have shaped the space age. Paikowsky’s contributions extend to analyzing Israel’s space program and the broader challenges of space security, making her a vital voice for students and researchers navigating the complex, rapidly evolving landscape of space policy.