Unclassified Intelligence Research at FIU: Students Shaping National Security Analysis
At Florida International University, student-led unclassified intelligence research is shaping real-world national security operations. Through open-source dashboards and strategic analysis, students are tracking China’s expanding influence, critical minerals security, illegal maritime activity, and transnational migration patterns in the SOUTHCOM region. These insights, designed for operational use, demonstrate the power of geospatial intelligence in addressing emerging threats. Read how FIU’s Security Research Hub is bridging academia and national security with cutting-edge, shareable intelligence tools.