Briefs

Aug 7, 2006. U. of Pittsburgh.

Researchers will create methods to analyze text for potential threats

PITTSBURGH-The University of Pittsburgh will receive $2.4 million over the next three years from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop accurate and robust techniques for extracting, summarizing, and tracking information about events and beliefs from free text.

Pitt is one of four University Affiliate Centers (UACs) selected by DHS to conduct research on advanced methods for information analysis and to develop computational technologies that contribute to securing the homeland. The other recipients are Rutgers University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the University of Southern California. The other members of the Pitt UAC are Cornell University and the University of Utah.

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