In-Depth Look at Breaking HTTP Servers, Proxies, and Load Balancers
Explore the world of disrupting HTTP technology with authors Ben Kallus and Prashant Anantharaman. Delve into vulnerabilities, DARPA-funded projects, and the interesting exploits in HTTP implementations. Witness the journey that involves discovering multiple vulnerabilities, receiving grants for res
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Early Career Research Funding Opportunities Workshop
Explore various early career research funding opportunities such as ONR YIP, AFOSR YIP, ARO YIP, and DARPA YFA programs during the workshop on Friday, May 5, 2023, from 2 to 4 pm at Morris Library 752. These programs offer substantial grants to support young investigators in advancing basic research
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Early Career Research Funding Opportunities Workshop
Join the Early Career Research Funding Opportunities Workshop on Thursday, April 18, at 10:00-11:30 am in Morris Library 752. Learn about funding programs like ONR YIP, AFOSR YIP, ARO YIP, and DARPA YFA supporting young researchers in various fields. These programs offer substantial grants for innov
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Revolutionary Water Extraction Technology for Defense Operations
Revolutionary AWE+ program led by Keith Whitener addresses the critical need for potable water supply for warfighters by developing innovative sorbent-based atmospheric water extraction systems. The program aims to reduce economic costs, tactical limitations, and casualties associated with tradition
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Machine Learning Techniques for Intrusion Detection Systems
An Intrusion Detection System (IDS) is crucial for defending computer systems against attacks, with machine learning playing a key role in anomaly and misuse detection approaches. The 1998/1999 DARPA Intrusion Set and Anomaly Detection Systems are explored, alongside popular machine learning classif
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Language Identification System for DARPA RATS Program Evaluation
The Patrol Team Language Identification System was developed for DARPA RATS Program to create algorithms and software for speech tasks in noisy environments. The system involved analyzing datasets, implementing subsystems for language identification, and evaluating performance across different langu
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Innovations in Performance Computing at Carnegie Mellon
Carnegie Mellon University is at the forefront of performance computing innovations, focusing on portable tracking of evolving surfaces, parallel and heterogeneous computing, software evolution, and compiler optimizations. They delve into the slow pace of change in programming languages, popular lib
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Evolution of Machine Translation Research in the U.S.
A historical overview of Machine Translation (MT) research in the U.S. from the 1950s to the present day, highlighting key milestones such as the ALPAC report in 1966 and the resurgence of funding in the late 1980s. The narrative delves into the transition from rule-based approaches to the prominenc
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DARPA Program for Developing Biomaterial Energy Dissipating Structures
This DARPA program aims to create novel biomaterial structures, BEDS, to enhance airdrop operations by improving energy dissipation and reducing form factor. The program addresses the limitations of current crushable honeycomb pads used for cushioning vital deliveries during airdrops. DARPA outlines
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Next Generation Spectrum Management Initiative Overview
Rich Kennedy presented on the need to change spectrum management practices within IEEE 802, addressing the results of straw polls conducted and proposing further investigation into Multi-band White Space feasibility. The presentation also highlighted the interest in advocating for an AI-managed spec
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Upcoming Research Events and Opportunities
Stay updated on upcoming events in the research community, including COR Conversations, APLU Council on Research meetings, DARPA VPR/VCR Summit, and Workshop Series on Forecasting Data Costs. Mark your calendars for insightful discussions, virtual summits, and workshops covering a range of research-
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Exploring Robotics: Robots, Minds, and Challenges
Delve into the fascinating world of robotics with a focus on the intersection of technology, psychology, and programming. Discover the science behind robot design, behavior-based robots, and adaptive learning. Explore real-world challenges such as self-driving cars, maze solving, and robot battle co
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Evolution of AI and the Role of Ontologies in Explainable AI
The Evolution of AI from prehistory to the modern era, exploring key milestones in the development of Artificial Intelligence. It covers the transition from early Neural Networks to the current focus on Explainable AI, highlighting DARPA's XAI program and techniques for achieving a balance between p
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Revolutionizing Electronic Systems Integration with STITCHES Technology
This research, funded by DARPA, introduces the STITCHES technology integration tool chain for heterogeneous electronic systems. It addresses the challenge of evolving system architectures to keep up with advancing technologies. The goal is to compose systems that can adapt efficiently without requir
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DARPA Human Subject Research Approval Process Overview
DARPA requires all research involving human subjects to undergo a rigorous approval process. This includes submission to local Institutional Review Boards (IRBs), review by DoD headquarters, and obtaining consent documents. Delays in approval can occur, especially for studies involving protected pop
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