Florida Institute for National Security (FINS)

Tag: national security

Welcome to FINS

September 1, 2022 in About

FINS emerges in support of UF’s AI Initiative to make AI the centerpiece of a major, long-term push to synthesizes world-class research infrastructure, cutting-edge research, and a transformational approach to curriculum. FINS extends this mission to the development of deployable applied AI in support of the most challenging and pressing national security issues, such as transportation, economy, infrastructure, supply chain, ecological and climate threats, and economic and other threats from other nations.

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AI Expert Dr. Damon Woodard Assumes Directorship of New IF Institute, FINS

August 23, 2022 in News

“Florida is often ground zero regarding several national security matters. Thus, FINS is well situated as the state’s flagship educational institution to partner with the critical national security assets found across the state.”

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AI Gatekeepers at UF Provide Innovative Tool for Industries Looking to Shut Down Bad Actors

August 23, 2022 in News

“Intellectual property infringement accounts for multiple billion dollars each year. But more importantly, this is a national security threat.”

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