David McIlhatton

David McIlhatton is a Professor and Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor at Coventry University, affiliated with the Research Centre for Peace and Security. His research focuses on counter-terrorism, crisis response, and security frameworks, particularly in transport, maritime, and large-scale events contexts. He leads projects such as 'Digital Twinning for Crisis Response' and 'Protective Security at Sea,' addressing vulnerabilities and security strategies.

Key awards include the American Real Estate Society Practitioner Research Award (2015) and the Fellowship of the Royal Society for the Arts (2017). His work spans academic publications, editorial roles (e.g., Behavioral Sciences of Terrorism and Political Agression), and advisory contributions to security policies.

Recent articles highlight innovations in virtual reality training for law enforcement, maritime security frameworks, and terrorism threats at major events like the Paris Olympics. Collaborations include international partners in security and crisis management.