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UK Government Ministers join CSIT for CyberNI Week Celebrations

The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) at Queen's welcomed a visit from Steve Baker MP (Minister of State for NI) and Viscount Camrose MP (Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for AI and Intellectual Property) to mark CyberNI Week.

Pictured at CSIT are (l-r): Ms Judith Millar, CSIT; Steve Baker MP; Viscount Camrose MP; Dr Paul Miller, CSIT; and Prof Maire O'Neill, CSIT

CSIT proudly showcased the progress made by the Cyber-AI Hub one year after the initial funding announcement.

During their visit, the Ministers had the opportunity to engage with key industry partners of the Cyber-AI Hub, gaining insights into the cutting-edge technologies and collaborative efforts driving advancements in cybersecurity. Additionally, they were invited to interact with PhD students actively involved in the programme, further emphasising CSIT's commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation in the field.

Professor Máire O'Neill, Director of CSIT, expressed her enthusiasm for the visit, stating, "We are honoured to welcome Minister Baker and Viscount Camrose to CSIT. Their presence highlights the importance of cybersecurity initiatives in our region. We are excited to showcase the vision and progress of our unique Cyber-AI Hub and demonstrate the impactful contributions being made by our team and partners. Together, we are shaping the future of cybersecurity, and I am confident that our collaboration will lead to even greater advancements in the field."

CSIT remains at the forefront of cybersecurity research and development, with the Cyber-AI Hub serving as a testament to its commitment to innovation and excellence. As cyber threats continue to evolve, CSIT continues to spearhead efforts to strengthen defences and safeguard critical information infrastructure.

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Photo: Professor Máire O'Neill
Professor and Director of the Research Institute in Secure Hardware and Embedded Systems (RISE) at CSIT
Institute of Electronics, Communications and Information Technology (ECIT), School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EEECS)
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Inquiries to Una Bradley at u.bradley@qub.ac.uk

 

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