Project Grant 2502912
- The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $299,999 Project Grant to Fordham University through the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CFDA 47.070) program. The grant supports the development of a comprehensive set of curricular modules and an experiential learning platform with hands-on labs to advance quantum computing systems security and privacy (QUANSP) education and workforce development. The project team is creating materials that integrate quantum computing and...
- This $200,000 National Science Foundation project grant will support research at the University of Maryland, College Park to develop foundational theories for quantum-secure cryptography and train students in a quantum perspective on the field. Funded through NSF's Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049), the three-year award period runs from August 1, 2022 to July 31, 2025. Key research areas include security of symmetric-key primitives against quantum attackers,...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.070 - Computer and Information Science and Engineering) in the amount of $300,000.00 supports research to enable and operate a quantum network infrastructure. The key objectives are to: (i) develop path selection and entanglement allocation algorithms for quantum network flows; (ii) create resource allocation protocols optimized for quantum device quality metrics; and (iii) develop strategies to reduce the classical...
- This $499,991 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program (CFDA 47.070) will support the development of a comprehensive curriculum, training projects, and educational activities focused on establishing an advanced and secure quantum cyberinfrastructure (QCI) workforce. The key deliverables include: (1) a modularized QCI curriculum covering basics, algorithms, hardware, and software; (2) specialized training...
- This $139,527 Project Grant, awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CFDA 47.070) program, aims to exploit, model, and leverage hidden features in heterogeneous Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices to improve the performance and security of IoT networks. The project, led by Texas Tech University System, focuses on two main thrusts: 1) developing models and optimization techniques to enhance IoT network performance by reducing...
- This $275,000 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) program supports the development of a quantum-resistant, cloud-based vault service for secure cryptocurrency key backup and recovery. The project aims to address the technical challenge of cryptographic key management and the security risks posed by the theft of digital assets. Key innovations include the integration of quantum-resistant threshold fully...
- This $400,000 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program (CFDA 47.070) will fund collaborative research to develop scalable quantum computing systems. The project aims to interconnect multiple quantum processing units (QPUs) with limited qubit capacity into a scalable "virtual quantum machine" (VQM) with far greater qubit capabilities. The research will investigate fundamental qubit entanglement and...
- This federal Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program, with a total funding amount of $150,000.00, supports the development of a cyberinfrastructure-based platform for experiential learning in quantum computing and cybersecurity. The key products and services to be delivered include: Design and implementation of new interdisciplinary learning modules that blend quantum computing and cybersecurity concepts...
- This $300,000 Project Grant awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program supports research to improve wireless network security designs. The project aims to (1) create stronger, practical adversary models to understand the limitations of security for Internet of Things (IoT) systems that leverage wireless channel properties, and (2) design new defense strategies to advance the state-of-the-art in wireless network...
- This Project Grant award of $328,588 from the National Science Foundation's Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program, with a performance period from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028, aims to advance the understanding of the security of existing quantum-safe cryptosystems and guide the design of future systems. The key products and services to be delivered under this award include: Developing accessible educational materials on quantum-safe cryptography and...
This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Integrative Activities program (CFDA 47.083) provides $750,000 to Morgan State University to develop a quantum-enabled security framework for the Internet of Things (IoT). The key products and services to be delivered under this 3-year award include: Designing and implementing a Quantum Trusted Platform Module that integrates quantum random-number generators with trusted platform modules to generate quantum-secure cryptographic keys directly on IoT devices. Applying post-quantum cryptography algorithms to ensure secure communication and efficient key distribution across IoT networks, enabling robust authentication and data protection. Developing a Quantum Entropy-as-a-Service framework to deliver quantum-generated entropy to legacy IoT devices, enhancing their cryptographic security. This project aims to address critical national needs for secure, resilient, and scalable IoT systems by advancing quantum technologies to safeguard critical infrastructure, promote scientific innovation, and enhance national defense.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $750.0k | 7/26/25 |