In news that is expected to continue its rising reputation as the premier cybersecurity academic institution in Appalachia, Marshall University in Huntington, WV announced it has received a substantial investment of $45 million from the state of West Virginia. This funding would go to establishing a state-of-the-art Institute for Cyber Security, positioning the university at the forefront of cyber defense and research.
“Through our West Virginia Forward efforts, which identified cyber security as a potential growth area for our state, Marshall has emerged as a national leader in developing advanced techniques, tools, and methodologies to protect critical infrastructure, and state, national, and industry assets; as well as developing the skilled workforce,” said Marshall President Brad D. Smith. “This is a landmark moment for our university, marking profound commitment to safeguarding our digital future and addressing the escalating challenges of the cyber landscape.
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