The University of Chicago received a $913,162 project grant from the Air Force Research Laboratory under the Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program (CFDA 12.800) to conduct research on "How is Organized Crime Organized? Understanding the Political Economy, Industrial Organization, and Recruitment into Organized Crime in Colombia." The award, which runs from February 1, 2025 to January 31, 2028, supports fundamental and applied scientific research to maintain technological superiority for the U.S. Air Force and Space Force. The research investigates various aspects of organized crime in Colombia, with a focus on areas such as the political economy, industrial organization, and recruitment practices. The findings from this research project are intended to prevent technological surprise and create strategic advantages for the U.S. military.
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