This research area encompasses the study of communication networks, cybersecurity, and the integration of computational and physical processes. Research topics include computer networks, designing and managing networks; computer security; cybersecurity, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information; and the Internet-of-Things (IoT), integrating physical devices with the internet to create smart systems. The goal is to develop technologies that ensure the safe, efficient, and robust operation of interconnected systems in various applications, such as smart grids, autonomous vehicles, and industrial automation.
