SUNY Poly advances with innovative Cybersecurity and Technology research centers
SUNY Polytechnic Institute has announced the launch of four new research centers aimed at advancing technologies in electromagnetics, cybersecurity, quantum technology, and artificial intelligence. These centers, which will focus on developing next-generation capabilities in these fields, are a response to the global demand for innovative solutions to technological challenges.
The new research centers will work towards pushing the technical boundaries in these key areas, enabling advanced computing and security technologies.
Electromagnetics
The electromagnetics center aims to enhance the understanding and applications of electromagnetic systems. This research could lead to advancements in communications, sensing, and related technologies.
Cybersecurity
The cybersecurity center will focus on developing stronger security methodologies, particularly in AI security and privacy. The center will address challenges such as adversarial attacks and secure machine learning.
Quantum Technology
The quantum center at SUNY Poly aims to push the boundaries of computing and data processing capabilities. The center will innovate in quantum computing and quantum information science to drive breakthroughs in computing power and secure communications.
Artificial Intelligence
The artificial intelligence research at SUNY Poly will delve into machine learning applications and ethical considerations. The center will create advanced AI hardware and software to support future AI workloads, including training and inference for large language models and other AI applications.
The centers will drive innovation in processor and system design to meet the increasing demands of AI workloads, as evidenced by the collaboration between SUNY Polytechnic, IBM, and other partners at the AI Hardware Center focused on next-generation chip development optimized for AI. This integration of academia and industry is expected to yield new technologies in chips, systems, and software tailored for evolving AI methods such as reinforcement learning and chain-of-thought reasoning.
In addition to driving innovation, SUNY Poly is also fostering a pipeline of skilled workforce by providing students with opportunities to engage with industry professionals. The institute is forming partnerships with industry leaders and government agencies to enhance research capabilities.
By nurturing cutting-edge research and fostering industry connections, SUNY Poly is poised to make significant contributions to the academic community and societal progress. These collaborations are expected to spur regional economic growth.
References:
[1] SUNY Polytechnic Institute. (n.d.). SUNY Polytechnic Institute Launches Four New Research Centers. Retrieved from https://www.sunypoly.edu/news/suny-polytechnic-institute-launches-four-new-research-centers
- The cybersecurity center at SUNY Polytechnic Institute will contribute to the encyclopedia of cybersecurity by exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) security and privacy, aiming to develop stronger methodologies to counter adversarial attacks and secure machine learning.
- The artificial intelligence research center at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, in collaboration with industry partners, seeks to expand the knowledge base of technology by focusing on machine learning applications and ethical considerations, with the goal of creating advanced AI hardware and software to support the future demands of this evolving field.
