National Critical Infrastructure Protection Research and Development Plan

Homeland Security Presidential Directive-7 (HSPD-7) called for a National Critical Infrastructure Protection Research and Development Plan (NCIP R&DP) to address the sustained science, engineering, and technology base needed to prevent or minimize the impact of future attacks on our physical and cyber infrastructure systems. The Plan was developed through an intensive, collaborative, interagency effort. This public document highlights the targeted investments needed to help secure and fortify the nation's key infrastructures and resources from acts of terrorism, natural disasters, or other emergencies.