Kinan Ghanem

Dr. Kinan Ghanem is a senior Researcher at the Power Networks Demonstration Centre (PNDC) within the University of Strathclyde. His work bridges academia and industry, focusing on Smart Grid Communications, mobile networks, and network analysis.

• Education: Doctor of Engineering

Kinan's research aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in enhancing cybersecurity for energy systems. His expertise spans Cybersecurity, Smart Grids, and Internet of Things (IoT).

Recent publications highlight advancements in secure layer 2 tunneling protocols for power grid communication standards and digital security by design for cyber resilience in energy infrastructure.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Zero Trust Solution or IoT Solution (2025)
• Threat Detection and Response Excellence (2025)

Kinan contributes to knowledge exchange via the PNDC Knowledge Exchange Forum and leads projects on EV charging station security and grid resilience.