Broadly defined as the study of how humans interact with machines and the emotional effects this has on the brain, we can use cyberpsychology to uncover why and how bad actors do what they do, and most importantly, what they may do next.

Source: https://www.scmagazine.com/perspective/emerging-technology/three-ways-to-leverage-cyberpsychology-to-prevent-attacks

IARPA has used such events to scout new potential technologies before, including a January notice seeking potential cyberpsychology defense solutions ahead of a later broad agency announcement.

Source: https://www.govexec.com/technology/2023/06/worried-your-tv-listening-you-iarpa-wants-safeguard-your-voice/387228/