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Faculty, researchers leveraging uses of artificial intelligence

11/25/25 10:35 AM

The newly launched AI in Teaching and Learning Showcase, administered by the Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, highlights campus projects and educators who have successfully integrated AI into their teaching.

AI@AU initiative to host pair of lectures exploring AI, ethics and creative expression

10/15/25 10:00 AM

The series features Matthew Salzano, assistant professor in the Department of Communication at Stony Brook University, who will speak on Oct. 31, and Al Smith, founder of Purpix Media and producer of AI Film Lab, who will present on Nov. 7.

Assistant professor in CSSE exposes vulnerability in AI-powered security cameras, offers new defenses in development

10/10/25 8:00 AM

Yazhou Tu’s research emphasized that artificial intelligence systems such as smart doorbells with security cameras, while marketed as enhancements, don't automatically address all vulnerabilities and might even create new risks.

Associate professor in CSSE earns $800K NSF award to safeguard 3D printing intellectual property

10/1/25 1:00 PM

Mark Yampolskiy and collaborators develop a digital watermarking system that allows inventors to track who might have leaked shared designs.

Associate professor in CSSE earns fellowship at cyber research center in Tel Aviv to uncover additive manufacturing systems vulnerabilities

9/15/25 8:40 AM

Mark Yampolskiy will explore means to secure high-tech 3D printers, collaborate with peer researchers at Tel Aviv’s Blavatnik Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center.

Cracking codes, tracking threats: Auburn hosts university’s largest Cyber Fire Puzzles Competition to date

8/29/25 12:50 PM

Participants formed 24 teams to solve challenges modeled after scenarios faced daily by cybersecurity professionals working in critical infrastructure, national security and private industry.

Professor in CSSE spends summer equipping students, educators with evolving artificial intelligence toolkit

8/1/25 9:30 AM

Cheryl Seals delivered multiple AI-related workshops and presentations at home and abroad as part of a growing effort to equip students, educators and entrepreneurs with the tools and confidence to meaningfully engage with AI.

Researchers in computer science and software engineering lead national lab project to advance strategic computing for national security

7/10/25 8:00 AM

The research of Daniel Tauritz and Samuel Mulder spans the automation of binary software analysis, the simulation of adversarial strategies and the automated design of custom algorithms for complex national security problems.

Assistant professor in CSSE earns $549K NSF grant to improve deep learning model testing efficiency

6/11/25 7:40 AM

Ali Ghanbari is developing a software prototype designed to speed up mutation testing in deep neural networks, reduce computational costs and make deep learning quality assurance more efficient and reliable.

Assistant professor in CSSE one of 36 nationally to win Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award

6/9/25 9:00 AM

Through his collaborative research project, "A Verbalized Vision-Language Model Paradigm," Pan He is advancing the development of an intelligent infrastructure system capable of real-time decision-making for video data.

Computer Science and Software Engineering class flips the script with experiential learning

6/2/25 8:55 AM

The goal is to develop computer science students’ disciplinary mindset — logical reasoning, mathematical precision and abstraction.

McCrary Institute introduces Threat Beat: a one-stop-shop news site for cybersecurity and national security news and analysis

4/25/25 8:00 AM

In addition to news from leading journalists, Threat Beat will feature independent reporting and analysis providing the all-important context on must-know, fast-moving cybersecurity and national security stories.

McCrary Institute welcomes Victoria Dillon as deputy director and chief communications officer

4/7/25 10:00 AM

As the McCrary Institute’s first Chief Communications Officer, she will lead the communications and media strategy for the institute’s growing media platforms and embolden its reputation as a nationally-recognized cyber-focused policy and research institute.

New Auburn Engineering research center combines expertise in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity

3/20/25 11:30 AM

The Auburn University Center for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Engineering is dedicated to uncovering pioneering advancements in AI-driven cybersecurity solutions and tackling the most pressing challenges in the digital age.

Auburn one of 11 institutions nationally to hold three National Center of Academic Excellence designations

3/17/25 11:00 AM

Auburn has been re-designated through 2030 as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research by the National Security Agency.

Auburn University Ethical Hacking Club participates in simultaneous cyber competitions

12/4/24 10:30 AM

Eleven Auburn Engineering students turned hypothetical, real-life scenarios into learning opportunities at CyberForce, Nov. 8-9 in St. Charles, Illinois, and in the National Cyber League, a remote event held Nov. 8-10.

Auburn established as leading force in ever-evolving AI world

10/29/24 7:30 AM

The artificial intelligence realm is as transformative as any industry these days, and Auburn University is emerging as a leading force in that space.

Auburn researchers are on the front lines to help prevent cyberattacks

10/1/24 8:00 AM

October marks the 21st Cybersecurity Awareness Month, designated by the federal government for public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.

Cyber Fire Puzzles provides real-life cyber scenarios, challenges for tomorrow's cyber defenders

8/26/24 9:00 AM

Cyber Fire Puzzles, a Jeopardy-style cybersecurity challenge created by the U.S. Department of Energy and run at Auburn by Los Alamos National Laboratory, offered almost 60 students the opportunity to track would-be hackers via sequences and software clues on Aug. 24-25.

Assistant professor in CSSE part of multi-institution cyber workforce development program

6/11/24 8:00 AM

Akond Rahman is Auburn's principal investigator on a consortium designed to provide students with extra cybersecurity training in preparation for potential Department of Defense-related careers.

David named associate dean for research

5/29/24 7:45 AM

Allan David has been named associate dean for research for Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, according to an announcement by Dean Mario Eden.

Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff tours Auburn Engineering research centers

5/3/24 2:30 PM

Adm. Christopher W. Grady, who as vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is the nation's second highest-ranking military officer, toured prominent Auburn University engineering research centers in advance of his Friday address at Auburn's NROTC commissioning ceremony, at which he will serve as commissioning officer.

Auburn’s McCrary Institute and Oak Ridge National Laboratory to partner on first regional cybersecurity center to protect the nation’s electricity grid

4/18/24 10:00 AM

Auburn University’s McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security was awarded a $10 million Department of Energy grant in partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to create a pilot regional cybersecurity research and operations center to protect the electric power grid against cyber attacks.