IIT-CNR (Institute of Informatics and Telematics) is a research institute affiliated with the National Research Council, based in the CNR research area of Pisa, Italy, with a secondary branch in Rende. Founded in 2000, the institute has a rich history in computer science and is devoted to advancing scientific research and technological innovation in various areas related to the Internet and its evolutions. This includes mobile and pervasive networks, Internet of Things, social network analysis, cybersecurity, algorithmics applied to the Internet, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
The institute played a significant role in Italy's connection to the Internet in 1986 and is actively involved in promoting the spread of the Internet and digital culture through managing the .it Registry, the registry of Italian domain names. Furthermore, it is engaged in regional, national, and international research projects, and holds coordinating roles in National Centers of Expertise on Industry 4.0, and is the promoter of the National Committee for Cybersecurity Research, the Tuscan Center of Excellence on Cybersecurity, and on Artificial Intelligence and Big Data.
IIT-CNR's mission aligns with the ever-expanding landscape of technology, showcasing its potential as a key player in shaping the future of the Internet and its applications.
Taxonomy:
ICT, Internet of Things, Smart Mobility, Algorithms, Quantum Internet, Biogenomics, Automotive, Domain Registry Service, Edge Computing, Health Technologies, Social Network Analysis