Charles Clancy
Director
540-858-3350
tcc@vt.edu
On the Web
hume.vt.edu | 
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Mission
The Hume Center leads Virginia Tech's research and experiential learning programs in national security, with a focus on cybersecurity, autonomy, and resilience.
It holds Center of Academic Excellence designations from the National Security Agency, the Department of Homeland Security, and the intelligence community.
Focus Areas
- Translational and restricted research supporting national security missions
- Cybersecurity for critical systems
- Machine learning for national security applications
- Resilient and autonomous platforms, including UAVs and small satellites
- Adaptable communications, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare systems
- Student experiential learning programs in national security