Security: Conducting research independently with military universities from China? This is how the federal states protect their research from espionage
A new platform is set to help protect knowledge from foreign powers. A Handelsblatt survey shows: Despite great risks, the interest of the countries is different.
Several German states are taking steps to protect their research institutions from espionage and cyberattacks, following a series of incidents. Baden-Württemberg's Science Minister Petra Olschowski stated that the state is working closely with universities and security authorities to address the threats. A recent report highlighted the risks associated with the Helmholtz Center for Information Security (Cispa), which had close ties to China.
The German government is establishing a National Platform for Research Security, which will advise on protecting research and is set to begin work on October 16.
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