Secure society

How can human-centered technology development be realized in the future?

How will we interact with machines in the future?

The interface between humans and artificial systems is becoming increasingly complex due to the introduction of new technologies. We are moving away from a world in which communication with technology is a one-way street for humans. Keyboard and mouse are being replaced by a two-way exchange of information between humans and systems. We are increasingly becoming one unit, which is why the focus in the field of human-machine interaction is on new types of trust and dependency relationships, as well as the use and acceptance of technology.

How can society and its legal system be prepared and protected now for the cyber threats of the day after tomorrow?

How can cyberattacks be clearly attributed in a court of law?

In order to detect and prevent cybercrime and cyberattacks at an early stage, authorities and organizations in the field of security will continue to rely on modern tools and (forensic) methods in the future. The thematic field of cyber-enabled state aims to support our authorities and institutions of the day after tomorrow. In order to meet the associated challenges, comprehensive cyber skills, capabilities to protect against digital and hybrid attacks and adapted institutional processes for an increasingly digital world are required.

How can we be alert and resilient in cyberspace?

How can we counter cyber threats with foresight?

Digital spaces are changing the threat landscape for society, authorities and the economy. In addition to institutions, social dynamics and the free democratic basic order are increasingly becoming the aim. In the field of cybervigilant society, we focus on interdisciplinary research, socio-technical issues and the human factor. Our research programs aim to sustainably strengthen cybervigilance and cyber resilience at all levels.