The 4th Scientific-Practical Conference, titled "Young Researchers" and dedicated to the 15th anniversary of the Special School of the State Border Service (SBS), was held at the educational institution with the participation of academics, educators, and students. Among the attendees was Dr. Babak Nabiyev, Head of the AzScienceNet Network Operation Center at the Institute of Information Technology of the Ministry of Science and Education.

Addressing the conference participants, B. Nabiyev conveyed the greetings and best wishes of the Institute’s leadership and staff to the administration, teachers, and cadets of the SBS Special School. He congratulated the institution on its 15th anniversary and highlighted its contributions to the development of qualified personnel for the country’s border service.

In his speech, B. Nabiyev emphasized the successful cooperation established between the Institute of Information Technology and the SBS Special School. He noted that the two institutions have jointly organized seminars and exchanged professional experience, contributing to the strengthening of academic and scientific collaboration.

Highlighting the growing importance of digital technologies in modern border security, Dr. Nabiyev noted that advanced solutions such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), satellite monitoring systems, smart surveillance technologies, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications significantly enhance border protection capabilities. These technologies enable more efficient monitoring, rapid data analysis, and the timely detection of potential threats.

He further stressed that technological advancement has become an essential component of national sovereignty and security. In this regard, strategic documents adopted in Azerbaijan on artificial intelligence, information security, cybersecurity, and digital transformation provide a comprehensive framework for addressing contemporary challenges and opportunities.

He also drew attention to the risks associated with emerging technologies, noting that alongside the benefits of artificial intelligence, challenges such as cyberattacks, misinformation, and digital security threats continue to grow. He emphasized that the effective implementation of innovative technologies must be accompanied by their safe, responsible, and ethical use.

The conference provided a valuable platform for discussing scientific research, technological innovation, and the role of young researchers in addressing modern security challenges.