Diego Aceituno

Former U.S. Coast Guard | CBRNE Specialist & Defense Research Writer

Diego Aceituno served as a U.S. Coast Guard Gunner’s Mate with a Deployable Specialized Forces unit, specializing in maritime counterterrorism and CBRNE response. He combines military experience and scientific training to write and produce research-driven defense content.

about the author

  • coast guard
  • cbrne expert

As a Boarding Team Member, Small Boat Crewman, and armory staff. Diego deployed across the country as part of the USCG’s counterterrorism and tactical law enforcement DSF branch. After his active duty service was complete, Diego went on to earn his Bachelor’s of Science in Marine Biology and worked for the California Department of Fish & Wildlife where he helped monitor the health of commercial fish species and other marine life. Before long, he returned to the defense world where he brings his military expertise, scientific understanding, and research skills to MIRA Safety and a variety of popular military/geopolitics YouTube channels.

  • Marine Biologist
  • Coast Guard Specialized Forces veteran
  • CBRNE
  • Avid outdoorsman and scuba diver

What you don’t know can hurt you. Sharing knowledge about complex topics is my passion, especially where science intersects with national and personal security. A more informed public helps keep us all safe.

credentials and QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s of Science, Marine Biology
  • Associate's of Science in Biological Sciences
  • Coast Guard Small Boat Crewman
  • Coast Guard Boarding Team Member
  • Armorer
  • ROV Operator

CBRN RESPONSE SPECIALIST

Operated in specialized Coast Guard units trained for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threat environments.

MARINE BIOLOGIST

Applies scientific training to analyze environmental threats, contamination risks, and real-world survival scenarios.

DEFENSE & GEOPOLITICS RESEARCHER

Produces in-depth analysis for military-focused platforms, breaking down complex global threats into actionable insights.

featured in

has made multiple appearances on HBO, BBC, CBS, and other media.

Public Speaker

He regularly contributes insights on readiness, protective equipment, and preparedness strategy through media appearances and industry discussions.

Preparedness Expert

Through his leadership, Roman continues to push the boundaries of preparedness, ensuring that both professionals and civilians have access to the tools necessary to stay protected in uncertain situations.

Articles by This Author

Long-term health effects of wildfire smoke on the human body
CBRN Safety & Equipment

Long-term health effects of wildfire smoke on the human body

The short-term dangers of inhaling smoke from any fire are scary enough, but new scientific research reveals that breathing in even small amounts of smoke from a...
How Do Gas Masks Work? CBRN Protection, Filters & Effectiveness | MIRA Safety
CBRN Safety & Equipment

How Do Gas Masks Work? CBRN Protection, Filters & Effectiveness | MIRA Safety

Like any piece of lifesaving equipment, it’s both natural and sensible to have questions about how effective a gas mask is. We don’t want our first indication...
How Far Away Would You Need to Be to Survive a Nuclear Blast?
CBRN Safety & Equipment

How Far Away Would You Need to Be to Survive a Nuclear Blast?

Believe it or not, people have survived standing directly underneath a nuclear bomb blast with no special protection. Back in 1957, five Air Force personnel had a...
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