The First International Workshop on Cyberbiosecurity
May 21, 2026 -- SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA
Collocated with IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy 2026
Call for Papers Paper Notification of Acceptance: March 27, 2026The convergence of digital technologies and biological systems is driving the bioeconomy while introducing novel security risks that extend beyond traditional cybersecurity. The First International Workshop on Cyberbiosecurity (CyberBio 2026) brings together researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders to address the emerging security challenges at the intersection of cybersecurity and biological systems. As the bioeconomy increasingly relies on digital infrastructure, from DNA synthesis and laboratory automation to bioinformatics and supply chain management, new attack surfaces emerge that require specialized security frameworks transcending traditional cybersecurity boundaries. There is an growing need to adapt cybersecurity practices for biological systems.
This workshop focuses on protecting biological research, biomanufacturing, and bioeconomic infrastructure from digital threats and on promoting secure-by-design approaches for emerging biotechnologies. It is a premier forum fostering collaboration between the cybersecurity community and biotechnology stakeholders.