Graduate Certificate in Cyber Defense Through Nanotechnology

• Fundamentals of Nanotechnology: Introduction to nanoscale science, engineering, and technology; nanomaterials and nanodevices; principles of self-assembly and molecular manufacturing.

• Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Basics of cybersecurity, including threat analysis, risk management, and security policies; common attacks and defenses; authentication, access control, and cryptography.

• Nanoscale Devices for Cyber Defense: Exploration of nanoscale devices and systems for cyber defense, such as nanosensors, NEMS (nanoelectromechanical systems), and nanorobots.

• Quantum Computing and Cybersecurity: Overview of quantum computing and its potential impact on cybersecurity; post-quantum cryptography and quantum-resistant algorithms.

• Physical Layer Security through Nanotechnology: Study of physical layer security techniques enabled by nanotechnology, such as nanoscale chaotic systems, quantum key distribution, and molecular communication.

• Nanobiotechnology for Cyber Defense: Examination of the role of nanobiotechnology in cyber defense, including DNA computing, biomolecular sensors, and synthetic biology.

• Advanced Topics in Cyber Defense through Nanotechnology: Cutting-edge developments and future directions in the field, such as nanoscale 3D printing, smart dust, and neuromorphic computing.