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Protocol Classification (8/08: part of Content Aware Networks)

Project ID:


RFP-2007-031

Title:


Protocol Classification

Summary:


Part of the Content Aware Networks initiative, this RFP covers high-level integration aspects and future looking research on packet classification and protocol description languages (PDLs).

Full Description:


This RFP encompasses investigation of novel techniques for flexible packet classification at very high speed, focusing on the protocol description and recognition components. The research should address high-level integration aspects, not limited to the scope of classification, and on future paradigms for high performance filtering and protocol analysis.

Constraints and other information:


IPR will stay with the University. Cisco expects customary scholarly dissemination of results, and hopes that promising results would be made available to the community without limiting licenses, royalties, or other encumbrances.

On-going research - open call (RFP-999-like specifically on packet classification and languages)

Proposal submission:


Please use the link below to submit a proposal for research responding to this RFP. After a preliminary review, we may ask you to revise and resubmit your proposal.

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RFPs may be withdrawn as research proposals are funded, or interest in the specific topic is satisfied. Researchers should plan to submit their proposals as soon as possible. Submissions-to-date are reviewed at the beginning of each quarter (the first business day of: January, April, July, October).

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