The Research Infrastructure Cybersecurity Conference will be held at the American University of Beirut (AUB) – Mediterraneo Campus, located at Apostolou Pavlou Avenue 51, Paphos 8046, Cyprus, on 29 January 2026.
Conference Goals and Objectives
This conference aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among experts in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and scientific computing within the Photon and Neutron (PaN) research communities. It is a key outcome of the W.E. HER AEUS Proposal, supporting the development of a resilient cybersecurity infrastructure at SESAME, in partnership with DESY (Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron).
The conference will:
- Address emerging cybersecurity threats impacting large-scale research infrastructures.
- Share best practices and strategies to strengthen the security posture of research and educational institutions.
- Promote cross-disciplinary collaboration among cybersecurity professionals, facility IT teams, and scientific researchers.
- Examine the influence of cybersecurity policies and regulations on scientific research and data governance.
- Explore advanced cybersecurity solutions tailored to the unique needs of research institutions.
- Provide a platform for international networking and experience sharing.
Coordination Committee
- Andrea Lausi, SESAME – Chair
- Salman Matalgah, SESAME
- Mustafa Alzu'bi, SESAME
- Frank Lehner, DESY
- Patrick Fuhrmann, DESY
- Roa Alnatour, SESAME
- Mohammad Abbass, AUB
- Charalambos Chrysostomou, Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence
Conference Overview
The event will convene cybersecurity professionals, scientists, and policymakers to advance the global security framework of PaN research facilities.
Announcement and Registration
Registration will open on 15 Nov. 2025 and will be available via this page. Early registration is encouraged to ensure participation and access to conference materials.
Fellowships
A limited number of fellowships will be offered to support attendance. Details regarding eligibility and the application process will be available on the conference website.
