According to a report by the German investigative media outlet CORRECTIV, a Chinese female student at the Technical University of Munich is under investigation for allegedly leaking classified information. The inquiry involves battery research, and she is reported to be the only subject of the investigation.

The report states that the investigation began in 2023, and investigators have informed the university. A spokesperson for the university expressed willingness to fully cooperate with the investigation.

Official data indicates that 45% of students at the Technical University of Munich are international students, many of whom are from China. In recent years, the university has implemented AI-related security measures to enhance safety.

This situation has sparked discussions regarding international cooperation and academic freedom, with the university emphasizing that legal exchange of knowledge and international collaboration are essential to addressing global challenges like climate change and food security.