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Cybersecurity Applied Innovation Laboratory

Cybersecurity Applied Innovation Laboratory  

CyAIL

Step into the forefront of cybersecurity research at the Cybersecurity Applied Innovation Laboratory (CyAIL) at Louisiana Tech University

CyAIL isn’t just a lab; it’s a vibrant community of passionate faculty, dedicated undergraduate and graduate scholars, and esteemed industry partners. Together, we’re committed to tackling today’s and tomorrow’s most critical cybersecurity challenges. Our diverse team operates at the cutting edge of multidisciplinary research, delving into vital areas such as digital forensics, vulnerability assessments, reverse engineering, malware analysis, blockchains, networking, artificial intelligence, and machine learning applications.

student in the cyail lab

With access to state-of-the-art research facilities and cutting-edge equipment, our faculty members are empowered to secure significant research funding and disseminate groundbreaking discoveries across governmental, commercial, and legal sectors. At CyAIL, collaboration is our lifeblood, and innovation fuels our passion. We cultivate a culture of teamwork and relentless creativity, providing an operational and investigative ecosystem where cybersecurity and cyber forensics challenges meet swift resolution. Our mission is crystal clear: to pioneer groundbreaking cybersecurity and cyber forensics research solutions that evolve with the ever-changing threat landscape. Located on the 1st floor of Nethkin Hall, room 157, CyAIL offers an environment where pioneering ideas flourish and practical solutions are refined.

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? For further details and exciting collaboration opportunities, please email Dr. William Bradley Glisson. Join us at CyAIL, where together, we’ll advance the field of cybersecurity and shape the future of digital security.

Competition Teams

cyail lab team members with professor

CCDC Team

The National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) is a prestigious annual event that challenges collegiate teams to defend against simulated cyberattacks on their network infrastructure. Louisiana Tech’s CCDC team has consistently advanced to regionals for the past three years, receiving vital support from the Cybersecurity Applied Innovation Laboratory (CyAIL). For more information about the competition, please visit their website at https://www.nationalccdc.org/.

 

NCAE Cyber Games

The NCAE Cyber Games targets first-time competitors. The competition is designed with a beginner-centric approach, emphasizing foundational concepts. It spans six hours, during which participants interact with machines and services. As they execute these tasks, participants are subjected to real-world cyber threats posed by actual hackers. These adversarial encounters enhance participants’ practical understanding and fortify their skills within a simulated environment. For more information, please visit their website: https://www.ncaecybergames.org/.