Malte Prieß

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Malte Prieß is a Professor for Cloud Technologies at Kiel University of Applied Sciences since October 20224, following eight years as Dean and Professor of Applied Computer Science at Schleswig-Holstein Cooperative State University (DHSH). He teaches modules including Cloud Computing, Web Applications, and Advanced Cloud Computing, with additional involvement in Agile Development Methods and Software Engineering.

Academic Background:

• Diploma in Physics (with distinction) from Leibniz University Hanover and Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (2002-2007)
• Dr. rer. nat. (magna cum laude) from Kiel University in Algorithmic Optimal Control (2008-2012)

Research Interests focus on the intersection of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and modern software engineering. His work includes surrogate-based optimization for climate models, AI-driven document capture systems, and ethical considerations in AI deployment within project work.

Recent Publications demonstrate expertise in AI vulnerability assessment, deep learning training optimization, and document search algorithms for governmental agencies.

Scientific Recognition:

• Best Paper Award at CLOUD COMPUTING 2025 for "Graph of Effort" vulnerability assessment
• Accepted fellowship at AI Campus (Stifterverband) for "Teaching AI, learning AI at DHSH" (2022)

Research Projects:

• Central Innovation Programme for SMEs (ZIM): "AI MODULES for the skilled trades" (2024/25)
• HR dashboard for DRK Schwesternschaft, Lübeck
• Scalable Data Analytics project under BMBF FHprofUnt program (2018)