Cyber Innovation Center Won Gold Globee Award
The Bossier City center earned a top innovation award for its virtual reality training system for Air Force personnel.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Cybersecurity
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The Cyber Innovation Center secured a Gold Best in Category award in the 18th Annual 2026 Globee Awards for Innovation. This recognition honors the facility's development of a virtual reality training platform for U.S. Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen.
Why it matters
The system was designed to enhance mission readiness and reduce training costs for the Air Force. The Defense Threat Reduction Agency has now contributed an additional $2 million to support the ongoing project.
The training platform utilizes virtual reality to simulate hazardous aircraft crash sites and radiation physics. This technology allows Airmen to perform increased training repetitions while significantly reducing overall setup time.
The players
Cyber Innovation Center
Located in Bossier City, the center focuses on advancing technology and cyber solutions for government and defense applications.
Defense Threat Reduction Agency
This combat support agency acts as the Department of Defense's official source for countering weapons of mass destruction.
U.S. Air Force
The branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for aerial warfare and the protection of the nation's interests in space and cyberspace.
Adaptive Immersion Technologies
This organization specializes in developing simulation and immersive technology solutions for industrial and military training.
STRIKEWERX
Based in Bossier City, this innovation hub serves as a catalyst for connecting the Air Force Global Strike Command with private industry partners.
The details
Developed in collaboration with Adaptive Immersion Technologies and STRIKEWERX, the platform helps Airmen navigate simulated environments while providing real-time feedback on critical cognitive skills. The award specifically recognized the project for its Achievement in Collaborative Implementation.
Timeline
The 18th Annual 2026 Globee Awards for Innovation took place in 2026.
The Tech Race
This development reflects the broader defense industry transition from traditional, manual training methods to highly scalable virtual environments. By integrating simulation tech, organizations like the Cyber Innovation Center are positioning themselves to lead the next generation of military readiness.
For personnel and contractors in the defense sector, this innovation signals a move toward more efficient, data-driven training cycles. Increased funding suggests that these virtual training capabilities will become more prevalent across Air Force installations in the near future.
The takeaway
This project highlights how collaborative innovation between private tech firms and defense agencies can drive significant operational efficiencies. Air Force personnel can expect increasingly sophisticated training tools that simulate high-stakes environments without the inherent physical risks.
Further reading
Learn more about local technological advancements in our Cybersecurity section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTBS.
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