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Northeastern University launches the Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things

The internet of things is the interface that allows people to connect the physical world with the cyber world, using tools like Alexa or a smart thermostat. Now, Northeastern researchers are taking that concept to the next level to solve some of the most pressing problems in the world with the new Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things.

by Roberto Molar Candanosa October 18, 2019

The artificial intelligence race will hinge in part upon a renewed desire by the government to retain international students who have earned degrees in the U.S., Northeastern President Joseph E. Aoun said in a one-on-one discussion with Steven Walker, director of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. Photo by Zach Gibson for Northeastern

‘The human factor has to be at the center of everything we do’

New technologies should be focused on human ethics and a universal desire to make life better for people around the world. That was the message embraced by Northeastern leaders, security specialists, and defense experts at an innovation conference hosted by the university in Washington, D.C. Monday.

by Ian Thomsen September 23, 2019

A close up of a radio and server system in the lab of Tommaso Melodia, the William Lincoln Smith Chair Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northeastern. Colosseum, a massive testbed for wireless systems, will arrive at Northeastern in November. It can process more information in a single second than is estimated to be held in the entire print collection of the Library of Congress. Photo by Ruby Wallau/Northeastern University

Northeastern to design the wireless networks of the future

The National Science Foundation and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency have selected Northeastern to run a massive data center that will enable researchers around the country to build and test the next generation of wireless technology and find new ways to use artificial intelligence to shape the smart devices of the future.

by Laura Castañón September 19, 2019

Northeastern joins with universities from US, UK, and Japan to tackle international cybersecurity challenges

The International Cybersecurity Center of Excellence will serve as a hub for international cybersecurity research, advocacy, and education. Its members will help governments to develop global cybersecurity standards, conduct research to stay ahead of evolving threats, and train students to handle cybersecurity threats in the future.

by Laura Castañón July 11, 2019

State-of-the-art drone-testing facility opens on the Burlington campus

Northeastern formally opened a groundbreaking research facility at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday that was attended by military and business leaders who will partner in cyber-security testing on drones.

by Ian Thomsen April 8, 2019

Here’s how the government shutdown is affecting research at Northeastern

As the United States enters the third week of a partial government shutdown, federally funded research at Northeastern University is so far “minimally affected” and continuing as usual, according to David Luzzi, senior vice provost for research at the university.

by Molly Callahan January 9, 2019

Northeastern’s David Luzzi awarded prestigious Ellis Island medal

Luzzi, executive director of the university’s Strategic Security Initiative, has been honored for his service to the nation.

by Matt Collette May 15, 2012