Project Grant 2623228
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded the University of Texas at Dallas $167,657 on September 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to develop a modular, hands-on curriculum and low-barrier web-based learning platform for cybersecurity competence in agentic artificial intelligence systems. The curriculum will cover secure agent deployment, adversarial inputs and prompt security, secure orchestration with tools and memory, secure external...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded the University of Texas at El Paso $1,990,265 on August 1, 2026, to establish the CyberAI Scholarship for Service program, which will prepare cybersecurity scholars with integrated competencies in artificial intelligence and cyber defense for federal workforce placement under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program. The program supports scholars across multiple pathways: an accelerated dual-degree program leading to a...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded Texas A&M University $1,997,970 on August 1, 2026, under the CyberAI Scholarship for Service program to support graduate education and workforce development in AI-capable cybersecurity. Texas A&M will operate a Master of Science in Cybersecurity program with integrated graduate AI coursework that prepares scholars for immediate federal service. Curriculum covers intelligent agents, robotics, data mining, deep...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded New Jersey Institute of Technology $1,942,880 on August 1, 2026, to develop and deliver an integrated cybersecurity-and-artificial-intelligence education program under the CyberAI Scholarship for Service initiative, through July 31, 2029, at the Newark, New Jersey campus. NJIT will recruit, train, and graduate students for cybersecurity roles in federal government agencies by implementing a cohesive educational model that...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded The University of Central Florida Board of Trustees $1,955,351 on August 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to establish the CyberAI Scholarship for Service program. The project will prepare undergraduate and graduate scholars in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence through scholarships, advanced coursework in cybersecurity and AI, formal training in trustworthy and secure AI systems,...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded Arizona State University $1,728,720 on August 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to establish an AI-augmented cybersecurity scholarship program that prepares government cybersecurity professionals with expertise at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cyber defense. ASU will develop and deliver AI-integrated instructional modules in AI-enabled security operations center analysis, AI-assisted...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded Michigan Technological University $1.932 million on August 1, 2026, under the CyberAI Scholarship for Service (SFS) program to deliver scholarships, mentoring, career development, and placement support for scholars pursuing cybersecurity and artificial intelligence education through an integrated bachelor's and master's degree model. Scholars will complete degrees combining foundations in computer science, cybersecurity,...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded Texas Tech University $249,848 on September 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to develop and deliver an artificial intelligence agent-centered cybersecurity education framework. The project will create curriculum modules, hands-on laboratory exercises, and project-based learning activities organized around four core areas: foundations of AI agents, core cybersecurity principles, AI agents for security...
- The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) received a $499,996 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program (CFDA 47.070) to establish interactive and integrated training for building high-performance ethical artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The 4-year project, starting on October 1, 2024, will develop three interdisciplinary training programs across philosophy, ethical AI, and high-performance computing (HPC)....
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded California State University, San Bernardino $2,132,180 on August 1, 2026, to build a federal cybersecurity workforce pipeline integrating artificial intelligence training under the STEM Education program. The recipient will prepare two cohorts of cybersecurity scholars over three years through combined coursework in cybersecurity, machine learning, and applied AI for security operations. Scholars will gain hands-on experience...
The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded the University of Texas at Dallas $1,999,998 on August 1, 2026, to establish and operate a CyberAI Scholars for Service (SFS) program training cohorts of students in artificial intelligence techniques for cybersecurity offense and defensive operations. The award funds curriculum development, hands-on experimental learning activities, and student placement in government organizations upon graduation. Students will receive technical coursework and cutting-edge research opportunities in generative AI, deep learning, and agentic AI integrated with cybersecurity principles, including projects on AI-assisted vulnerability detection and AI-based defensive and offensive tools for cyber operations. The program leverages UTD's partnerships with government agencies and industry leaders to provide real-world experience and mentorship. Performance occurs in Richardson, Texas, with a period of performance from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2029. This award is classified as a Project Grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076), which supports the development and vitality of the nation's science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education enterprise. The expected outcomes include a well-trained cohort of CyberAI experts and development of new coursework and research opportunities designed to meet growing government demand for cybersecurity professionals with AI expertise.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $2.0m | 7/27/26 |