Cybersecurity Hub

Leading the Way in Cyber and Semiconductor Security

Welcome to the Cybersecurity Hub, a place of innovation and expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity and semiconductor technology

Our Vision

To establish Northern Ireland as a global hub of excellence in cybersecurity and semiconductor innovation, contributing to national security, economic growth, and the well-being of society.

The Importance of Semiconductor Security

Semiconductors are the backbone of modern technology, enabling everything from communications to healthcare and beyond. In an era of global uncertainty, ensuring the security and integrity of semiconductors has never been more critical. Key areas of focus include:

  • Security by Design: Embedding robust security measures from the earliest stages of chip design.
  • Interconnectivity Assurance: Ensuring secure communications between devices and systems.
  • Provenance and Lifecycle Assurance: Verifying the integrity of semiconductors throughout their entire lifecycle.

Our Expertise

Leveraging Northern Ireland’s established cybersecurity expertise and working in close collaboration with industry partners, the Cybersecurity Hub is equipped to tackle pressing challenges, such as:

  • Next-Generation Cyber Solutions: Developing AI-driven tools for threat detection, mitigation, and resilience.
  • Semiconductor Security Research: Addressing vulnerabilities and creating innovative solutions for secure semiconductor systems.
  • Skills Development: Growing a talent pipeline to support the expanding needs of the cybersecurity and semiconductor sectors.

Why Partner With Us?

The Cybersecurity Hub is your gateway to:

  • Advanced Research and Innovation: Cutting-edge R&D to address the evolving security landscape.
  • Collaborative Opportunities: Access to a global network of researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers.
  • Economic Growth: Driving regional and national development through pioneering technology.
  • National Security Impact: Enhancing resilience in critical technologies to secure a safer future.

Our Impact

By combining the strengths of cybersecurity and semiconductor innovation, we aim to:

  • Safeguard critical infrastructure.
  • Drive sustainable economic growth.
  • Elevate Northern Ireland as a global leader in technology and security.

Let’s Secure the Future Together

Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity and semiconductor security.
Get in touch with us today at momentumonezero@qub.ac.uk.

Industry Partners
Ampliphae

Ampliphae is a Belfast-based cyber-security software company, a founding member of the Northern Ireland Cyber Security Cluster (NI Cyber), and a longstanding Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) partner.

The company have deep expertise in networks and analytics; their Encryption Intelligence product received two Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards - the industry’s most prestigious accolades - at Mobile World Congress 2024 : Best Mobile Security Solution and the overall CTO Choice: Outstanding Mobile Technology Award for the world's first quantum-safe Private 5G deployment.
This research project will address the emerging threats to complex systems and Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), such as communication networks and industrial control systems. 

Organisations are looking to AI to configure, operate and protect their critical networks & systems. These systems have unprecedented insight of users, and deep awareness of the environment within which they operate. They have become increasingly complex, and have transitioned towards open, disaggregated architectures – ultimately these systems are too complex for humans to manage and optimise. 
Leveraging Ampliphae’s networks & system expertise, and QUB’s world-class research capabilities, this project will address the cyber resilience of critical networks and systems to improve their defences against adversaries and attack.

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