The Research Division of the Inter-American Defense College (IADC) is an essential academic center for generating and disseminating strategic knowledge on hemispheric defense and security. With an interdisciplinary approach, the Division contributes to forming strategic leaders in military, law enforcement, and governmental sectors, enhancing the capacities of countries across the Western Hemisphere. Its efforts focus on developing academic research, case studies, and publications addressing contemporary and future challenges related to the security, peace, and prosperity of the nations in the region.

As a fundamental unit of the IADC, the Division fosters critical thinking, strategic analysis, and academic innovation, providing students with tools to tackle complex global challenges. Furthermore, it promotes hemispheric dialogue through relevant research production, organizing academic forums, and facilitating inter-institutional collaborations. Its commitment is to establish itself as an academic and strategic reference point, contributing to high-impact policy and decision-making for the region.