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Business Wire
05-08-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
VDURA and NMSU Partner to Pioneer Post-Quantum Cryptography for AI & HPC Data Infrastructure
LAS CRUCES, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quantum computing promises transformative breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, but it also threatens today's encryption. To stay ahead of that curve, VDURA has announced a strategic partnership with New Mexico State University (NMSU) to co-develop and commercialize post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) technology that safeguards the petabyte-scale data pipelines powering next-generation AI and HPC workloads. Co-develop and commercialize post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) technology that safeguards the petabyte-scale data pipelines powering next-generation AI and HPC workloads. Share 'AI training sets, model checkpoints, and real-time HPC simulations generate an unprecedented flow of critical data,' said Ken Claffey, CEO of VDURA. 'Our mission has always been to deliver the most reliable, performance-dense data platform in the industry. By embedding quantum-resilient encryption into VDURA's flash-optimized architecture, we're future-proofing that mission for the AI era.' NMSU, recently elevated to Carnegie R1 status, brings world-class cryptography and cybersecurity research to the collaboration. Together, the teams will integrate NIST-selected PQC algorithms into VDURA's parallel file-system stack, enabling line-rate encryption of GPU-accelerated workloads without sacrificing performance. 'We're excited to work with VDURA to translate our academic innovations into deployable solutions,' said Dr. Jay Misra, Associate Dean for Research in the College of Engineering. 'This is an excellent example of how research at R1 universities can shape and secure the technological future.' "Industry partnerships are essential to expanding and diversifying NMSU's research portfolio. The VDURA initiative is a high-impact, translational collaboration that positions NMSU as an emerging national leader in cybersecurity," added Dr. Luis Cifuentes, Vice President for Research. With this alliance, VDURA and NMSU are setting a new benchmark for secure, high-performance data infrastructure—protecting the information that powers discovery today and the quantum-driven breakthroughs of tomorrow. About VDURA VDURA builds the world's strongest data platform for AI and high-performance computing, blending flash-first speed with true hyperscale capacity and an industry-leading 12-nines durability commitment. Visit for more information. About New Mexico State University Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University (NMSU) is a Carnegie R1 research institution serving more than 21,000 students. NMSU's interdisciplinary research programs span cybersecurity, advanced materials, agriculture, aerospace, and more, advancing innovation that improves lives across New Mexico and beyond.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Search begins for next NM State athletic director
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – According to the Las Cruces Sun News, New Mexico State will begin its search for its next athletic director. The university will begin its national search for its replacement after NMSU parted way with former AD Mario Moccia on January 2nd, 2025. President Valerio Ferme fired Moccia with cause, then appointing Amber Burdge on January 3rd, to step in as interim athletic director for the next six months. At that time, Ferme said he would revisit the position. Nearing that six month mark, the school says Burdge will be amongst those they consider for the position – but at this time are opening up its search to others as well. It is unclear how long they anticipate to search to take. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Kimberly Beth Wygant Kimberly Beth Wygant of Albuquerque, NM
Jun. 7—Kimberly Beth Wygant Kimberly Beth Wygant of Albuquerque, NM succumbed to complications associated with an ongoing illness on June 1, 2025. Kimberly attended Las Cruces High School and NMSU graduating both. Her work as a Paralegal was rewarding and afforded her the opportunity to serve her community. She is survived by mother, brother, and dear friend. If you knew Kim through work or fellowship please send a note in kind to Please visit our online guest book for Kimberly at
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Mexico State University ranks #17 in nation for animation programs
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) — New Mexico State University is ranking high on the list of best animation programs in the nation. According to the university, Animation Career Review evaluated more than 200 college programs across the US and ranked NMSU's animation and visual effects program as the 17th best in the nation. Story continues below Crime: Two ABQ police officers placed on leave in critical pedestrian crash on Central Real Estate: 'Nothing short of a personal resort' luxury property listed for $12M in Santa Fe National: 'I'm sincerely sorry': Billy Joel cancels all concerts due to brain disorder diagnosis That ranking is based on factors including academic reputation, admission selectivity, graduation rate, and employment data. This comes as the university says since 2018, the number of animation majors has grown by 40%, and the number of degrees awarded has risen by 50%. You can find more information on the NMSU website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NMSU's Animation, Visual Effects program ranks in top 200 nationwide
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — New Mexico State University's (NMSU) Animation and Visual Effects program is ranked among the top 200 programs in the nation, according to the university on Friday, May 23. Animation Career Review ranked over 200 programs across the U.S. and in the 2025 rankings list, NMSU's Animation and Visual Effects program rose to 17th. According to the university, this is the 14th year in a row that NMSU's program has ranked in the Animation Career Review list. 'We've really been trying to ramp up our visual effects component in what we teach,' said Derek Chase, professor in NMSU's Creative Media Institute, who specializes in 3D animation.'Although our ranking has specifically outlined animation in recent years, we actually just hit Animation Career Review's top five for Southwest visual effects ranking too.' According to NMSU, the Animation Career Review considers animation programs in degree-granting institutions, except two-year community colleges. The criteria the list uses include the following: academic reputation admission selectivity depth and breadth of program faculty values as they relate to tuition and indebtedness graduation rate geographic location employment data 'We are drawing in talent from the student and the faculty side,' Chase said. 'We have had students from all over the place. We just had a graduate who was from Alaska originally. More and more people are applying to our program, especially in the surrounding Four Corners states and Texas. We have always been a big draw for students from nearby El Paso and Juarez, Mexico.' The Animation and Visual Effects program at NMSU has grown since 2018. The number of majors has grown by 40 percent and the number of degrees granted by 50 percent, according to NMSU. 'I think our success comes down to a combination of factors,' Eddie Bakshi, who specializes in teaching 2D animation production at CMI, said. 'We offer a really great product. We offer great teachers and a very competitive program among all animation schools for a very modest price. As prices keep going up at many larger schools, our students get a quality education that is more affordable.' Nathan Billman, who recently graduated with a degree in animation at NMSU, said prior to pursuing animation, he was a psychology major and then changed his mind. 'I was two and a half years in and found that I didn't really want to be a counselor, so I made my switch,' Billman said. 'It's been really hard because I don't have an art background, but I've really enjoyed it. I've been embraced, and I've gotten better and better. It's really been nice to have the faculty who are there for you.' Abril Delgado Quintana, who will graduate next semester at NMSU and grew up in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, said the animation program was a huge step for her. 'It was a huge step for me, especially coming from where I was born and where I grew up,' Delgado Quintana said. 'It was like, wow, it's impressive. The accessibility, the collaboration, it makes you want to work closely with fellow students and professors.' For more information about the program, you can visit NMSU's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
