May 29, 2024
A $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will establish the Cyber Energy Center at the University of Pittsburgh. As cyber technology in the energy sector becomes more advanced, cybersecurity is a priority, which is why the DOE is providing $15 million in funding for universities across the nation. It is critical to protect against malicious attacks to ensure the safety and quality of cyber technology. The grant was provided to the School of Computing and Information, the Swanson School of Engineering, the School of Public and International Affairs, the Center for Energy, the Energy GRID Institute, and the Institute for Law Policy and Security.
The SCI faculty leading this project are:
- Daniel Mossé, professor and interim chair, Department of Computer Science
- Amy Babay, assistant professor, Department of Computer Science, Department of Informatics and Networked Systems
- Stephen Lee, assistant professor, Department of Computer Science
The Cyber Energy Center aims to investigate and mitigate gaps in cybersecurity research. Focusing on cyber digital twins (CDTs) and operational technology (OT), the Center will measure the effectiveness of existing cybersecurity protections and further develop protections that are safe, efficient, and economically sustainable.
As cyberattacks are increasing in frequency and intricacy, there is also a growing demand for a cybersecurity workforce. In addition to researching cybersecurity infrastructures, the Center will develop educational programs to enrich the cybersecurity workforce. The Center will work with professionals in academia, industry partners, and government agencies to achieve their goals in research and education.
Find out more about the grant here.
--Alyssa Morales
