Researchers at Brock University are developing a photosensing chip designed to detect hacking and eavesdropping attempts on fibre optic networks, with support to commercialise the technology.
Brock University, a public research university in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, is developing a new photosensing chip that could help organisations detect hacking and eavesdropping attempts on fibre optic communications in real time.
The technology has been developed by Jianbo Gao, Associate Professor of Chemistry, and his research team using advanced nanotechnologies.
Designed to integrate directly into fibre optic cables, the chip is intended to identify attempts to intercept sensitive data, including government communications and medical records, as they occur.
To help move the technology from the laboratory to commercial deployment, Gao has partnered with Brock LINC, the University’s research innovation office, which supports research commercialisation, entrepreneurship and industry collaboration.
“Brock LINC has unique programmes and services to help faculty bring their research to market,” said Gao. “Its staff are extremely knowledgeable, supportive and a pleasure to work with.”
