About Us
University of Toronto Open-Source Intelligence is dedicated to shaping the future of open-source intelligence through sharing transparent, peer-reviewed, and easy-to-access research. Built for students, analysts, and professionals to further explore ethical data gathering and drive innovation.
Who Are We?
University of Toronto Open-Source Intelligence ("UofT OSINT") is an incubator of talent @ Univeristy of Toronto, dedicated to fostering the next generation of researchers, utilizing open-source intelligence.
We bring together students, faculty, and researchers from all disciplines who share a passion for leveraging open-source intelligence to solve unknown, complex problems, with a passion to advance academic research.
Our team consists of dedicated researchers, developers, and analysts committed to not only promoting and researching ethical OSINT practices, but also pushing the boundaries of what is possible by utilizing publicly available information.
Our Mission
Advance Academic Research
Develop and refine OSINT methods to support academic research across an infinite range of disciplines.
Empower Researchers
Provide students, faculty, and staff with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to effectively utilize publicly available information.
Promote Ethical Practices
Establish and promote ethical standards for the collection, analysis, and use of open-source information in academic contexts.
Our vision is to establish the University of Toronto as a leader in OSINT research, fostering an environment where students and researchers from any discipline can collaborate to utilize open-source intelligence in tackling real-world issues.
Research Opportunities
Student Research Projects
Opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to engage in OSINT-led research projects with mentorship from professionals.
- •Semester-long independent studies
- •Summer research opportunities
- •Thesis project support
- •Opportunities to collaborate beyond your department
Faculty Research Initiatives
Support for faculty members looking to incorporate OSINT methodologies into their research programs.
- •Curating research approaches
- •Custom tool development for specific research needs
- •Aid in finding grant support for OSINT-related projects
- •Cross-departmental research collaborations
Current Research Areas of Interest
AI-Assisted OSINT
Exploring the application of artificial intelligence & machine learning in conducting OSINT.
Crisis & Humanitarian Work
Harnessing OSINT to drive smarter, faster humanitarian action in times of global crisis.
Finance & Economics
Harnessing OSINT to surface hidden financial threats, trends, and opportunities.
How to Partner With Us
Join Our Network
We're always open to building new connections with researchers, professionals, and public sector leaders.
Get In TouchAcademic Partnerships
Help shape the future of OSINT through joint academic collaborative research.
- •Joint research grants and funding opportunities
- •Co-authored publications and presentations
- •Cross-institutional student-led projects
Industry Collaborations
Partner with us to bridge the gap between academic research and practical applications of OSINT.
- •Sponsored research projects
- •Industry-student collaborative opportunities
- •Dedicated workshops and networking events
Community Engagement
Participate in our community events, workshops, and training programs.
- •Guest speaker opportunities
- •Participation in our Capture The Flag ("CTF") competitions
- •Volunteer for OSINT-related projects
Ready to Collaborate?
Whether you're a student, faculty member, industry professional, or community organization, we'd love to explore how we can work together.
