Disziplin: Computer science

The significance of cloud-technologies for the research with satellite data

The high resolution of satellite data requires large computing capacities. Cloud platforms offer access to scalable analysis tools and data catalogues. This democratises earth observation data and promotes innovation.

Risks of AI-based early warning and decision-making systems in missile defence

AI-controlled missile defence systems play a central role in modern security technology. Nevertheless, their potential for error harbours considerable risks for global security.

Smart Government

Smart government uses intelligently networked information and communication technologies, including smart objects and cyber-physical systems, to make government and administrative processes more efficient and effective.

The growing threat of ransomware attacks – current trends and challenges

Ransomware encrypts data and extorts money for its release. Thanks to better technology and digital payments, these globally lucrative and difficult-to-trace attacks are on the rise.

Data leaks – IT security gaps and the impact on data protection

IT security vulnerabilities are often the cause of data protection incidents and raise questions: Should security vulnerabilities be kept secret? Do manufacturers have to provide patches and end users have to install them?

Virtual forest bathing: Can virtual reality applications promote well-being?

Discover how virtual forest bathing can promote well-being through virtual reality applications.

Mixed reality in vocational education and training

Mixed reality is increasingly being used in education and training, whereby important technological and pedagogical (design) decisions must be made in order to achieve sustainable training success.

Ethics in software development (Ethical Engineering)

The digital world is not predetermined – software developers have a moral responsibility in designing it. Ethical engineering brings this into focus.

About fake shops and what you can do about them

The Fake Shop Detector is an AI that provides automated protection against online fraud. It measures the similarity of online shops to known fake shops and warns in real time using a traffic light system.

Inner Source in Software Development

Inner source is the internal opening of software code within a company. It promotes transparency,
collaboration and thus improves the speed of innovation and competitiveness of companies.