“Information technology is the intersection of business and technology that drives innovation. ITIAS funds today’s research for tomorrow’s possibilities.”

David E. Vozzola, PhD, ITIAS Director

Our Mission

Innovations don't happen overnight. Discoveries can take decades. The Information Technology Institute for Advanced Study provides support along the way. We support IT research activities in several multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary fields.

Our scholarship programs include stipends for research fellowships, housing assistance for visiting scholars, travel assistance for conference presentations, hardware and software for research projects, and advanced learning opportunities to develop and enhance research skills.

Our Vision

We envision a world where IT researchers use technology to benefit humanity. The Information Technology for Advanced Study will help develop the next generation of IT researchers. Our researchers will create a better world by delivering innovative technologies that enrich the world.

ITIAS research alums will represent a unique research community of diverse members representing several multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary fields in IT. These alumni will encourage and celebrate student research that will impact future generations.

IT Industry News

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Date: 2026-09-04
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Date: 2026-09-04
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Date: 2026-09-04
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Date: 2026-09-04
By Aminu Abdullahi
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Date: 2026-09-04
Source: News Articles
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Date: 2026-09-04
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Date: 2026-09-04
Source: News Articles
By TechRepublic Staff
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Date: 2026-09-04
Source: News Articles
By TechRepublic Staff
Firefox for iPhone now includes a built-in ad blocker using EasyList, though first-party ads, search promotions and sponsored Firefox content can remain. The post Mozilla Finally Brings Built-in Ad Blocking to Firefox on iPhone appeared first on TechRepublic.Read more
Date: 2026-09-02
Source: News Articles
By Aminu Abdullahi
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Date: 2026-09-02
Source: News Articles
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