Nathan Clarke

Professor Nathan Clarke is a Professor of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics at the University of Plymouth and an adjunct Professor at Edith Cowan University, Western Australia. His research focuses on information security, biometrics, digital forensics, intrusion detection, and human factors in cybersecurity. He has contributed over 250 publications across journals, conferences, books, and patents. Clarke serves as a chartered engineer, BCS Fellow, CIIS Fellow, and IEEE Senior Member.

He has led pioneering studies in gait authentication, eHealth security, and AI-driven cybersecurity tools. His leadership roles include past Chair of IFIP TC11.12 (Human Aspects of Information Security) and co-chair of the HAISA symposium series. Clarke’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending technical solutions with human-centric design to address evolving cyber threats.

• Key Research Themes: Biometric authentication systems, digital evidence analysis, explainable AI in forensics, and insider threat mitigation.
• Awards: Fellowships from BCS, CIIS, and IEEE recognition.
• Labs/Groups: Director of the Centre for Cyber Security, Communications and Network Research (CSCAN) at Plymouth.
• Grants & Collaborations: Extensive industry and academic partnerships, including work on GDPR compliance frameworks and smart device security.

Clarke’s recent publications highlight advancements in XAI for forensic image analysis, unified digital evidence systems, and AI-driven cybersecurity training. His work bridges technical innovation with user behavior insights to enhance real-world security applications.