Lennart Merten is a researcher specializing in national security, intelligence, and strategic technology policy. He holds a Master’s degree in Crisis and Security Management from Leiden University, with a specialization in Intelligence and National Security. His research focuses on U.S. national security and foreign policy, space security, intelligence studies, and the governance of emerging dual-use technologies. His work examines the intersection of commercial innovation and national security, particularly how governments can balance technological competitiveness with strategic security requirements.