National Security Institute for Innovation
Advancing UConn’s Impact on National Security Through Research, Education and Workforce Development
Connecting UConn Expertise to National Security Challenges
The National Security Institute for Innovation (NSII) is UConn’s university-wide framework for advancing national security through interdisciplinary research, education, innovation, and talent development. NSII connects UConn expertise with government and industry to address complex national security challenges.
Areas of Focus
NSII brings UConn expertise to national security challenges across five interconnected areas of focus. These areas reflect the breadth of capabilities across the university and provide a foundation for advancing knowledge, developing new technologies, and addressing evolving national security needs.
Explore, Connect & Contribute
Explore UConn research and specialized expertise relevant to national security or connect with NSII to discuss partnership opportunities.
How We Collaborate
National security challenges require expertise from across sectors and disciplines. NSII creates connections that bring research and new technologies together with education and hands-on learning, while building the skills and talent needed to put ideas into practice. By working with government, industry, academic institutions, and community organizations, NSII helps turn shared knowledge and expertise into solutions, opportunities, and a stronger national security workforce.
Government
Building collaborations with federal, state and local agencies to address strategic national priorities.
Industry
Connecting companies with UConn’s research capabilities, facilities, faculty expertise, and talent pipeline.
Academic
Institutions
Creating partnerships that expand national security research and workforce development opportunities.
Community
Organization
Supporting innovation ecosystems and economic growth across CT and beyond.