National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) is a research organization based at the University of Maryland. It studies terrorism, analyzing patterns, motives, and impacts to better understand these complex issues. START collects and examines data on terrorist attacks worldwide, helping policymakers, law enforcement, and researchers develop strategies to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism. Its goal is to improve safety through evidence-based insights and to foster collaboration among experts studying terrorism and responses to it.