Peter Ball

Dr. Peter Ball is an Associate Professor and Reader in Knowledge Transfer in Computing and Electronics at Oxford Brookes University's School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics. He holds professional qualifications including CEng (Chartered Engineer), FIET (Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology), and SFHEA (Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy). His expertise spans computer networks, IoT, wireless sensor networks, and optical communications with a focus on intelligent transport systems and autonomous vehicles.

Research interests include vehicular communications, cybersecurity for autonomous vehicles, intersection control systems, and energy-efficient network protocols. He leads the Cybersecurity of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAV) project and contributes to the Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis and Systems (AIDAS) Institute and the Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity (CCC) group.

Recent publications focus on smart road infrastructure sensors, parking space detection technologies, and V2I communication protocols. His work bridges academic research with industry through roles like Cisco Academy Coordinator and Industry Advisory Board Liaison.

• Education: PhD (details unspecified)
• Professional Experience: Former Manager at Fujitsu Europe Telecom R&D and GEC Hirst Research Centre
• Awards: Professional Fellowships but no specific prizes listed
• Labs/Teams: AIDAS Institute, CCC Group