Research, Grants, and Innovation
The FAMU Cyber Policy Institute drives cutting-edge research at the intersection of technology, society, and public policy. Through a commitment to ethical inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration, CyPI advances innovative solutions that shape the future of cybersecurity, AI governance, digital rights, and human-centered technology.
What We Do
- Lead interdisciplinary research exploring cyber policy, AI ethics, national security, digital privacy, and the societal impacts of emerging technology.
- Develop applied research products policy briefs, reports, frameworks, case studies, white papers, and innovation prototypes that address real-world challenges facing government, industry, and communities.
- Pursue external funding through federal grants, philanthropy, corporate research collaborations, and community-engaged research initiatives.
- Cultivate innovation ecosystems where students, faculty, and partners apply creativity, design thinking, and human-centered problem-solving to cyber challenges.
- Support student-led research through fellowships, research teams, and guided study aligned with national standards (NIST, NICE, ISO, NSF).
- Promote national and global impact by participating in conferences, publishing in scholarly outlets, and contributing to policy development at multiple levels.
Our Commitment
CYPI operates as a hub for scholarly excellence and innovation empowering researchers to generate knowledge, influence policy, and create technologies that advance public good.
Industry Partnerships, Experiential Learning, and CE Pathways
(Industry Relevance)
The FAMU Cyber Policy Institute connects students and faculty with industry partners to ensure academic programs remain relevant, practical, and aligned with workforce needs. Through strategic collaborations, CYPI provides hands-on experiences, employer-aligned learning pathways, and continuous education opportunities that prepare learners for competitive careers.
What We Do
- Build strategic industry partnerships with corporations, government agencies, research labs, and technology organizations.
- Offer experiential learning opportunities including internships, externships, co-ops, applied research projects, consulting challenges, and industry-led simulations.
- Integrate real-world problem-solving by allowing students to identify, develop, and apply industry-informed solutions through direct engagement with professionals.
- Create CE (Continuing Education) pathways that provide microcredentials, certifications, and upskilling opportunities for students, alumni, and working professionals.
- Engage industry leaders in curriculum development to ensure courses remain aligned with emerging technologies, standards, and workforce expectations.
- Host industry labs and workshops that expose learners to current tools, platforms, and best practices in AI, cybersecurity, data governance, and digital policy.
- Support employer-driven innovation pipelines by linking companies with student and faculty talent for applied research, policy development, and solution design.
Our Commitment
CYPI ensures that every learner student or professional has access to the skills, experiences, and industry networks needed to thrive. By bridging the gap between academia and industry, we strengthen workforce readiness, organizational safety, and national competitiveness in the digital age.