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Research Paper Showcase 2025

A CCI team led by CCI Associate Professor Feras Batarseh collaborated with DC Water to develop advanced AI models and data science to protect against cyber threats, predict water flows and levels, and optimize energy efficiency and environmental safety. The team won the national 2022 Intelligent Water Systems Challenge.

Research Paper Showcase 2025

Get Clearance Ready

Commonwealth Cyber Initiative’s Clearance Preparedness Program

The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI) is Virginia’s main access point for cybersecurity research, innovation, workforce development, and news. In this community, researchers find funding and collaboration, students discover diverse career possibilities, and new innovations come to life.


CCI Overview
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CCI Testbed and Research
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CyberArts Exhibit Reception
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