{"id":209912,"date":"2026-05-06T18:58:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T22:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/testing.news-you-need.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/06\/google-grants-lsu-cybersecurity-clinic-1m-grant-to-protect-industrial-infrastructure-10-12-industry-report\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T19:15:07","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T23:15:07","slug":"google-grants-lsu-cybersecurity-clinic-1m-grant-to-protect-industrial-infrastructure-10-12-industry-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/testing.news-you-need.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/06\/google-grants-lsu-cybersecurity-clinic-1m-grant-to-protect-industrial-infrastructure-10-12-industry-report\/","title":{"rendered":"Google grants LSU Cybersecurity Clinic $1M grant to protect industrial infrastructure \u2013 10\/12 Industry Report"},"content":{"rendered":"

Google grants LSU Cybersecurity Clinic $1M grant to protect industrial infrastructure \u2013 10\/12 Industry Report<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.1012industryreport.com\/technology\/google-grants-lsu-cybersecurity-clinic-1m-grant-to-protect-industrial-infrastructure\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Publish Date: 2026-05-06 18:58:00<\/a><\/p>\n

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\n A recently announced $1 million grant from Google will soon enable LSU\u2019s Cybersecurity Clinic to expand its free education and evaluation services to industry and government clients across Louisiana,\u00a0the university announced.
\nThe funding, LSU\u2019s first from the organization, will support efforts to protect critical infrastructure statewide, including water treatment facilities, oil wells and chemical plants.
\n\u201cNavigating the recent increase in disruptive cyberattacks on essential services\u2014from local power grids to hospitals\u2014will rely on a strong cyber workforce capable of defending against everyday threats,\u201d said Maab Ibrahim, head of knowledge, skills and learning for the Americas at Google.org, in a statement. \u201cCyber clinics are a crucial part of this effort. They give students the hands-on experience they need to start careers, while at the same time providing vital, no-cost security services to local organizations that need them most.\u201d
\nThe LSU Cybersecurity Clinic was founded in 2023 by Aisha Ali-Gombe, an associate professor in the department of computer science and engineering and a researcher at the LSU Center for Computation & Technology. Ali-Gombe serves as the clinic\u2019s director, supported by three staff members.
\nThe clinic trains LSU engineering and business students in cybersecurity and helps them earn industry certifications. Students then deliver free educational seminars and industry-standard security assessments to small businesses across Louisiana.
\nWith support from Google.org, the clinic is expanding its reach and programming. Beginning this fall, services will extend to critical infrastructure sectors, starting with public and private water treatment facilities, followed by chemical, petroleum, agriculture, shipping and logistics operations. The clinic will continue serving small businesses alongside these efforts.
\nThe funding also allows the program to open participation to students across all majors at LSU and increase training capacity. Over the six-year grant period, the clinic is expected to serve 213 students, a 17% increase. Participants gain experience securing IT systems, operational technology and industrial control systems while earning industry-recognized credentials.
\nLSU\u2019s Cybersecurity Clinic was the\u00a0first in the nation\u00a0to receive funding from the National Security Agency under its designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations.
\n\u201cHere in Baton Rouge, we\u2019re creating the national standard for excellence in cybersecurity,\u201d LSU Chancellor James Dalton said. \u201cWe\u2019re achieving this through every facet of our mission\u2014teaching, research and service to Louisiana. The LSU Cybersecurity Clinic is central to our cybersecurity efforts and to our ability to protect and secure Louisiana and the nation.\u201d
\nRead the full announcement.<\/p>\n

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