NSERC CREATE Program
Multidisciplinary Approach to Research, Education, and Training in Cybersecurity for Emerging Technologies
Advancing cybersecurity research through innovative collaboration between academia, industry, and government to address the challenges of tomorrow's digital landscape.
Explore Our ResearchWelcome to Our Program
Take a comprehensive walkthrough of the NSERC CREATE program and discover how we're shaping the future of cybersecurity research. Our multidisciplinary approach brings together leading researchers, innovative students, and industry partners to tackle the most pressing challenges in cybersecurity.
From post-quantum cryptography to AI-powered threat intelligence, explore our nine research themes and learn about the opportunities available for students and researchers.
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Program Overview
This innovative program is designed to address cybersecurity challenges posed by emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), quantum security, 5G/6G networks, generative artificial intelligence, and critical infrastructure security. This initiative aims to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity education and training framework, emphasizing a full life-cycle approach to cybersecurity readiness across emerging technologies. The program is multidisciplinary, bringing together experts from Dalhousie's Faculties of Computer Science, Law, Management, Science, and the MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance, as well as Memorial University of Newfoundland. Over the next six years, the initiative will train nearly 200 highly qualified personnel at various academic levels.
The initiative is supported by key industry partners Calian Group Ltd (TSX:CGY), a diverse global company recognized as one of Canada's leaders in cybersecurity, and Field Effect, a fast-growing cybersecurity product and services startup with roots in Canada's cyber intelligence community. Calian is making this research-based investment toward addressing a key skills development and training gap and in part, to meet its obligations under the Government of Canada's Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy. These partnerships will give trainees access to cutting-edge technology, high-quality technical training from cybersecurity experts, and opportunities to apply their learning in real-world settings through co-ops and internships.
This program aligns closely with Nova Scotia's Digital Ecosystem strategy, and additional collaborations with both industry and federal and provincial government agencies are envisioned. In the long term, the initiative aims to establish itself as a hub for cutting-edge cybersecurity research and training in emerging technologies, ultimately contributing to a robust pipeline of skilled professionals in cybersecurity across Canada.