Computing Research, Technologies, and Systems Program Area
This program area addresses the technical foundations and policy dimensions of computing technologies and systems, with a focus on increasing U.S. resilience and security. Our work spans computer science and engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum information science, and human-technology systems.
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Confronting Core Problems in Cybersecurity
Feature Story
Cyberattacks are causing growing disruption for governments, businesses, and individuals. In a recent interview, John Manferdelli, who chairs the National Academies’ Forum on Cyber Resilience, shared his insights on the threat landscape, the underlying “hard problems” in cybersecurity, and the forum’s work to steer the nation’s cyber systems toward greater resilience.
Building a Resilient Digital Future — New National Academies Report
Media Advisory
The digital landscape that underpins modern life is rapidly evolving and outpacing efforts to keep cyber systems safe, secure, and resilient. A new report considers today’s hardest cyber problems and offers a guide for moving the U.S. to a more secure and trustworthy digital future.
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