Safeguarding Transportation Cybersecurity in the Digital Age
CyberCare Symposium 2024
On behalf of the University Transportation Center, we are pleased to announce that the 2024 Symposium on CyberCare will be held from October 17th (Thursday) to October 19th (Saturday), 2024, at the Student Center South, University of Houston, TX. The theme of the symposium is “Safeguarding Transportation Cybersecurity in the Digital Age.” The main objective of the symposium is to provide a forum for professionals to discuss and address the pressing needs of cybersecurity, connected and automated vehicles (CAV), AI applications, Intelligent Transportation Systems, safety in transportation systems, resilient and robust transportation, next-gen transportation cybersecurity, and how digital and AI technologies are revolutionizing transportation. The symposium will also serve as a collaborative space to develop strategies for protecting data integrity, ensuring the robustness of AI systems in unpredictable conditions, and fostering sustainable innovation within the digital transportation framework.
Call for Presentations
We are now accepting abstracts for presentations at the symposium on Safeguarding Transportation Cybersecurity in the Digital Age-related topics with a focus on Threat Landscape Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response Plans. If you are interested in making a presentation at the annual symposium, please submit your one-page abstract via the link below.
Poster Session and Student Competition
This year's symposium also features a Poster Competition aimed at engaging students and young professionals in the field of CyberCare. This is an excellent opportunity for emerging experts to showcase their research and innovative solutions.
Open to full-time students and young professionals. Participants may submit one abstract as the lead author. Posters must include the Symposium logo and may also feature your university's and funding agency's logos. Participants must present their work at the symposium, highlighting their original research and creative approach.
Submission Instructions for Both Presentations and Posters
Key Topics
- Cybersecurity in Transportation
- Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV)
- AI Applications in Transportation
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
- Safety in Transportation Systems
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Resilient and Robust Transportation Systems
Key Dates
| August 20th, 2024 | Abstract Submission Deadline |
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| September 5th, 2024 | Notification of Acceptance Date |
| September 20th, 2024 | Registration Deadline for Accepted Abstracts |
Registration Fees
- Non-Student Attendee: $100
- Student Attendee: $50
Student Awards and Recognition
Submissions from students will be evaluated based on their innovative approaches, technical depth, and alignment with our symposium theme. We will be presenting awards for outstanding contributions in transportation cybersecurity. Notably, we will offer a 'Best Poster Award' to the student who delivers the most compelling and impactful poster presentation. This symposium provides a platform for both seasoned professionals and upcoming talents to contribute to vital discussions on transportation cybersecurity. Join us in shaping the future of secure, intelligent transportation systems in the digital age.
Symposium Agenda
Day 1: Thursday, October 17, 2024
- 6:30 PM – Kick off the symposium with a welcome reception in the evening, allowing participants to meet and greet in a relaxed setting
Day 2: Friday, October 18, 2024
| 7:45 – 8:15 AM | Breakfast |
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| 8:15 – 8:30 AM | Welcome Remarks |
| 8:30 – 10:30 AM | Keynote Panel |
| 10:30 – 10:45 AM | Coffee Break |
| 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Lectern Session I |
| 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:30 – 3:00 PM | Lectern Session II |
| 3:00 – 3:15 PM | Coffee Break |
| 3:15 – 5:00 PM | Student Poster Competition |
Day 3: Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Engage in an educational field trip to NASA or the University of Houston or Rice University. Tentative time: Depart at 9:00 AM, return by 4:00 PM.
Discover nearby hotels around the University of Houston.