LJ Eads, Director of Research Intelligence at Parallax Advanced Research, leads efforts within the NSF’s SECURE Analytics to strengthen U.S. research security and data reporting. With a five-year $67 million initiative under the CHIPS and Science Act, SECURE aims to safeguard the research ecosystem from foreign threats. Parallax, in partnership with Texas A&M University, brings advanced analytical platforms leveraging AI, machine learning, and natural language processing to transform raw scientific data into actionable insights, addressing issues like intellectual property theft and unwarranted knowledge transfers.

Through Data Abyss, Eads contributes essential tools and resources to research security, including S&T Trackers and intelligence platforms. His expertise in data analysis, risk modeling, and AI-driven solutions is crucial in developing tools that meet and exceed the needs of the research community, reinforcing the integrity of U.S. research and supporting principled international collaboration. “We are excited to contribute our cutting-edge technologies to SECURE Analytics, providing unparalleled insights to protect scientific advancements,” Eads stated.