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Lauren PassarelliView profile

Professor

• Guitar Performance
• Songwriting
• The Beatles Studies
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Lauren Passarelli is a full Professor in the Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music, where she has taught since 1984. She holds the distinction of being the first woman to graduate from Berklee's guitar performance program (1982), the first woman to join the faculty of Berklee's Guitar Department (1984), and the first woman promoted to full professor in the Guitar Department (2010). As the department's designated Beatles expert, she has created both the Beatles Ensemble for the Ensemble Department and the Beatles Guitar Lab for the Guitar Department. Her research interests focus on guitar performance, songwriting techniques, The Beatles studies, music production, and artist development. Passarelli approaches music education with a philosophy centered on helping students maintain their creative authenticity while developing technical skills, emphasizing that 'staying true to your own desires takes courage and stamina and all the love you can give yourself.' Her recent musical output shows a consistent exploration of soft rock and contemporary folk blended with Britpop and indie music elements. The 2025 album 'Big Blue Machine' represents a culmination of her artistic vision, with tracks exploring themes of grief, the creative process, isolation, gratitude, and love, all delivered through meticulous analog production techniques that showcase her engineering expertise. Berklee College of Music Recording Grant 2017 Good Song Award for 'Harry' Named among 10 most inspiring women music professors in the country by College Magazine Passarelli has advised thousands of students throughout her 40+ year teaching career at Berklee, while simultaneously maintaining an active performance and recording career. She established her own record label (Feather Records), production company (Wizard & Feather Brown Productions), and publishing company (Cotton Moon Music) with alumna Cindy Brown in 1989. Her home studio setup, including her beloved Audient 4816 console nicknamed 'Stevie Wonder,' serves as the creative hub for her hybrid analog-digital production work. She has performed with numerous artists including Sarah Burrill, Kate Chadbourne, Jeff Song, John Mettam, and others, and has studied with Greg Wells at La Fabrique recording studio in France. As an artist-in-residence at Berklee, she continues to bridge the gap between academic instruction and professional artistry.

Patricia DyjurView profile

Consultant Lecturer

• Educational Development
• Curriculum Design
• Digital Literacy
• +4 more

Patricia Dyjur is an educational development consultant at the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning at the University of Calgary . Her work focuses on curriculum review, digital literacy, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in higher education settings. Educational Background: Bach of Education (University of Alberta, 1998), M.Ed. (University of Saskatchewan, 2004), PhD in Education (University of Calgary, 2013) Research interests: Curriculum innovation, inclusive pedagogy, academic assessment, digital credentialing, and faculty development. Publications highlight her expertise in UDL frameworks , infographics assignments , and curriculum mapping strategies. Key collaborations: Co-developed mentorship frameworks, digital badge systems, and program-level assessment models with teams across higher education institutions. Advocates for experiential learning and student engagement in teaching practices. Contact: pdyjur@ucalgary.ca

• Veterinary Medicine
• Equine Internal Medicine
• Clinical Skills Assessment
• +3 more

Dr. Jean-Yin Tan serves as an Associate Professor (Teaching) at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. She is also a Member of the Cumming School of Medicine, Office of Health and Medical Education Scholarship, and serves as Academic Lead for the Teaching and Learning Grants Program at the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning. With a distinguished career spanning equine medicine, academic leadership, and educational innovation, Dr. Tan has made significant contributions to veterinary education and clinical practice. Dr. Tan's educational background includes: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University (2005) Internship at Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center Residency in Large Animal Internal Medicine at University of Minnesota MBA (with Honours) completed in 2022 Professional Management Certification (2020) Dr. Tan's research focuses on pedagogical innovations in clinical skills assessment and service-learning, alongside clinical research in equine internal medicine and point-of-care ultrasound. Her work has significantly advanced veterinary medical education through innovative clinical partnerships, particularly with Indigenous communities in Canada. She has developed transformative programs in clinical skills training and business education for veterinary students, integrating practical clinical experience with professional development. Analysis of Dr. Tan's publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach spanning veterinary clinical practice, medical education research, and social aspects of veterinary medicine. Her recent work demonstrates growing emphasis on service-learning initiatives, particularly with Indigenous communities, and diagnostic imaging techniques in equine medicine. She has also published influential work on workforce issues in veterinary medicine and implicit bias in the profession, reflecting her leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Tan's scientific achievements have been recognized through numerous prestigious awards: Good Works for Horses Award, American Association of Equine Practitioners (2019) Top 40 Under 40, Avenue Calgary (2020) University of Calgary Teaching Award for Educational Leadership (2021) Veterinary Inspiration Award, Vet Candy (2022) Two University of Calgary Outstanding Achievement Awards (2023) Research Paper Award from AMEE (2025) As an educator, Dr. Tan has played a transformational role in developing the Clinical Skills program and business stream of the Professional Skills program at the University of Calgary. She has secured significant teaching and learning grants through her leadership role at the Taylor Institute. Her innovative clinical partnerships with Indigenous communities, including annual equine health rotations at Tsuut'ina and Siksika Nations, have provided valuable experiential learning while advancing reconciliation efforts. Dr. Tan has also held prominent leadership positions including Chair of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Advanced Continuing Education committee and founding Chair of the American Association of Equine Practitioners Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion taskforce. Dr. Tan leads initiatives that bridge veterinary medicine with community health through her work with Indigenous communities and her focus on service-learning. Her clinical expertise in equine internal medicine informs her educational approaches, creating authentic learning experiences for veterinary students. She has developed specialized training in point-of-care ultrasound and has been instrumental in creating innovative assessment methods including video recording for Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).

MEHMET MERKEPÇİView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cryptography
• Artificial Neural Networks
• Biomedical Engineering
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Mehmet Merkepçi serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Engineering, Turkey. Holding a Doctorate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (2017), he has maintained continuous academic affiliation with the university since 2007 through progressive roles from Research Assistant to his current position. Academic Background: Doctorate (2017): Gaziantep University, Institute of Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering Master's (2009): Gaziantep University, Institute of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Bachelor's (2000): Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Engineering, Electrical-Electronic Engineering Merkepçi's research demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary breadth with core emphasis on Cryptography and Artificial Neural Networks . His recent work pioneers neutrosophic number theory applications in public key cryptography, significantly advancing RSA and El Gamal algorithms. Parallel research trajectories include biomedical signal processing using photoplethysmography for non-invasive monitoring systems, and textile engineering innovations in fabric porosity and air permeability analysis. This multifaceted approach bridges theoretical mathematics with practical engineering solutions across diverse domains. Publication analysis reveals 10 journal articles concentrated in 2022-2025, with cryptographic research constituting 60% of recent output. The remaining publications demonstrate sustained engagement in biomedical engineering (20%) and textile science (20%), indicating strategic diversification while maintaining cryptographic expertise as the research cornerstone. This distribution reflects deliberate specialization in security-critical applications alongside targeted explorations of neural network implementations in physical systems. Merkepçi teaches advanced courses including Security Engineering and Occupational Safety at graduate level, and foundational undergraduate instruction in Computer Programming, Database Management, and Engineering Mechanics. His administrative service includes Department Vice Chairman (2020-present) and former Department Head (2020-2024), demonstrating institutional leadership alongside research and teaching responsibilities.

Carlos RosView profile

Associate Professor

• Virology
• Molecular Virology
• Parvoviruses
• +3 more

PD Dr. Carlos Ros serves as Group Leader and Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Bern, Switzerland. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms of host cell invasion by parvoviruses, particularly human parvovirus B19 and minute virus of mice (MVM), which represent important models for studying virus-host interactions due to their minimal genomic complexity. Dr. Ros completed his Veterinary Medicine studies at Complutense University, Madrid (1984-1989), followed by clinical practice (1989-1991). He earned his Master's (1991-1992) and Ph.D. in Molecular Virology (1993-1997) from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala, Sweden. His academic journey continued with postdoctoral work at the National Veterinary Institute (1997-1999), a research fellowship at the University of South Florida (1998), Venia Docendi in infectious diseases from the University of Valencia (1999), Assistant Professor position there (1999-2001), and Senior Scientist role at CSL Behring, Bern (2001-2016). He obtained his Habilitation in molecular virology from the University of Bern (2013) and established his independent research group there in 2017. His laboratory investigates the early stages of parvovirus infection, with groundbreaking recent work revealing that infectious parvovirus B19 circulates in human blood coated with active host protease inhibitors (ITIH4 and serpinA3), which remain functional and dissociate prior to cell entry. This discovery, made using authentic patient-derived virions rather than cell culture models, suggests a novel viral immune evasion strategy. His research also addresses viral safety in blood-derived medicinal products, focusing on virus inactivation mechanisms critical for biopharmaceutical development. Analysis of Dr. Ros's publication record (2020-2024) reveals consistent investigation into parvovirus B19 entry mechanisms, particularly the critical role of globoside as a cellular receptor and the pH-dependent processes governing viral endosomal escape. His work bridges fundamental virology with practical applications in biopharmaceutical safety, employing advanced techniques including structural biology, cell culture models, and high-resolution imaging to dissect viral entry pathways. Dr. Ros leads an active research group at the University of Bern with significant contributions to understanding parvovirus molecular biology and virus-host interactions. His laboratory maintains strong connections with both academic virology research and industry applications in viral safety assessment for blood products, reflecting his dual background in veterinary medicine and molecular virology.

Manos IoannisView profile

Professor

• Political Anthropology
• Nationalism and Ethnicity
• Border Studies
• +11 more

Manos Ioannis is a Professor at the Department of Balkan, Slavic and Oriental Studies within the School of Economic and Regional Studies at the University of Macedonia. His academic titles include a BA in History and Archaeology, an MA in Social Anthropology, and a PhD in Social Anthropology. University of Macedonia Department of Balkan, Slavic and Oriental Studies Research Interests: Political anthropology, nationalism and ethnicity, border regions, dance anthropology, social theory, culture and politics, social movements, human and minority rights, social change, epistemology, methodology, teaching anthropology, applied anthropology, and Southeastern Europe. Publications: His work spans ethnographic research in border areas, identity politics in Greece and the Balkans, dance anthropology, and the interplay between cultural practices and political processes. He has contributed to interdisciplinary discussions on marginalized languages and ethnographic fieldwork methodologies.

• Security
• Privacy
• Network Security
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Kotzanikolaou Panagiotis serves as an Associate Professor specializing in Security and Privacy of New Generation Networks at the Department of Informatics, University of Piraeus, where he also directs the Department's Security Laboratory. With a strong academic foundation including a degree in Informatics and a PhD in information systems security, both from the University of Piraeus, he has established himself as a leading expert in network security and privacy domains. University of Piraeus - BSc in Informatics University of Piraeus - PhD in Information Systems Security Professor Kotzanikolaou's research focuses on the critical intersection of security and privacy within next-generation communication networks. His work addresses fundamental challenges in securing modern network infrastructures against evolving threats while preserving user privacy. He has developed expertise in cryptographic techniques, authentication mechanisms, and security protocols specifically designed for emerging network technologies including 5G, IoT, and edge computing environments. His research approach combines theoretical rigor with practical implementation considerations, ensuring relevance to real-world security challenges faced by communication systems today. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent focus on addressing security challenges in evolving network technologies, with increasing attention to AI-driven security solutions, quantum-resistant cryptography, and privacy-preserving techniques for distributed systems. His work demonstrates a progression from traditional network security approaches to more sophisticated methods addressing the unique challenges posed by next-generation networks, including 5G infrastructure, IoT ecosystems, and edge computing environments. CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification Professor Kotzanikolaou actively participates in research and development projects for both public and private sector entities in the field of Information and Communication Systems Security. He serves on organizing committees for international conferences and contributes as a guest editor and reviewer for prominent scientific journals in security. His professional engagement extends to practical applications through previous work as a Special Scientist at the Communications Privacy Assurance Authority (ADAE) and as a systems security consultant in the private sector. As director of the Department's Security Laboratory at the University of Piraeus, he leads research initiatives focused on cutting-edge security challenges in modern communication networks. The laboratory serves as a hub for collaborative research involving academic researchers, industry partners, and government agencies working together to develop innovative security solutions for next-generation network infrastructures.

Jiankun HuView profile

Professor

• Cyber Security
• Intrusion Detection
• Applied Cryptography
• +16 more

Professor Jiankun Hu is an IEEE Fellow and full professor of Cyber Security at the School of Engineering and Information Technology, University of New South Wales at the Australian Defence Force Academy (UNSW@ADFA), Australia. His primary research focuses on computer networking and security, particularly biometric security and cybersecurity applications. Professor Hu earned his Bachelor's degree in industrial automation in 1983 from Hunan University, China, followed by a PhD in engineering in 1993 from Harbin Institute of Technology, China. He completed a Master's degree in computer science and software engineering from Monash University, Australia in 2000. His postdoctoral work includes research at Harbin Shipbuilding College (1995), Ruhr University in Germany as an Alexander von Humboldt Foundation fellow (1995-1997), and Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands (1997). His research spans multiple domains including cybersecurity, biometrics, image processing, and artificial intelligence. Key areas include intrusion detection systems, applied cryptography, network security, biometrics security, image and video processing, and machine learning applications. He has made significant contributions to fingerprint recognition systems, privacy-preserving biometric authentication, and cybersecurity for smart grids. Professor Hu's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on privacy-preserving technologies for biometric systems, blockchain security, smart grid protection, and advanced machine learning applications for cybersecurity. His work bridges theoretical advances with practical implementations in real-world systems, particularly in securing critical infrastructure and developing robust biometric authentication methods. He has received significant recognition including IEEE Fellow status and has been awarded ten Australian Research Council Grants. He has served in editorial roles for prestigious journals including IEEE TIFS (as Senior Area Editor), Journal of Security and Communication Networks, KSII TIIS, IET CPS, and IEEE OJCS. Professor Hu has held leadership positions in major conferences, serving as Security Symposium Co-Chair for IEEE GLOBECOM '08 and IEEE ICC '09, and Program Co-Chair of the 2008 International Symposium on Computer Science and its Applications. He maintains an active research program with numerous publications across top-tier venues.

Basiyr D. RodneyView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Technology
• Instructional Design and Technology
• Multimedia and Multimodal Design for Learning
• +7 more

Basiyr D. Rodney serves as Associate Professor of Educational Technology and Chair of the Department of Teacher Education at Webster University's School of Education in St. Louis, Missouri. He prepares K-12 teachers and learning design professionals committed to democratic and socially just learning approaches powered by innovation and technology. His work spans teaching, research, and leadership within educational technology and teacher preparation. Dr. Rodney's research interests focus on emerging technologies, new learning and design approaches, and collaborative meaningful learning with technology. He has developed software applications for teacher evaluations and learning games for Teacher Candidates. His expertise extends to the history of the Caribbean, American History, African Slavery in the Atlantic World, International Politics, and American Education history and policy. He teaches courses in technology education, social foundations, and innovative practices, emphasizing democratic learning environments and digital equity. His publications reveal a strong focus on educational technology integration, particularly examining how internet-connected technologies transform learning environments. Recent work explores the Internet of Things in education, playful robotics in early childhood settings, and social media applications for teacher development. His research consistently addresses how technology can support democratic, socially just learning approaches while enhancing cognitive development and meaningful learning experiences across diverse educational contexts. Dr. Rodney holds degrees in History and Government from the University of the West Indies at Mona Jamaica, and degrees in Education Technology and Curriculum from Florida Atlantic University. He has taught teachers in multiple countries across the K-12 education spectrum and continues to write and comment on historical and educational topics. He actively participates in educational leadership through board memberships with The Soulard School, Connected Learning, The Alliance for Interracial Dignity in Webster Groves Missouri, and the Webster Center for Creativity and Innovation in Geneva. Additionally, he serves as President of the Pan African Ahmadiyya Muslim Association USA, demonstrating his commitment to community engagement beyond academia.

• German as a Foreign Language (DaF/DaZ)
• Literature and Aesthetic Media
• Language Teaching Methodology
• +5 more

Ursula Renate Riedner serves as Associate Professor in the Department of German, Nordic and Dutch Studies at Masaryk University's Faculty of Arts. She actively participates in academic governance as member of the Program Board for German Language and Literature programs (Bachelor's, Master's, and Secondary Teacher Education) and the Industry Council for Germanic literature. Her research centers on German as a Foreign/Second Language (DaF/DaZ) with specialization in literature-aesthetic media integration, creative writing pedagogy, and critical approaches to language teaching. She develops innovative resources for handling sensitive topics like hurtful language through May Ayim's work, and explores memory studies in postcolonial contexts (particularly South Africa). Her scholarship bridges theoretical reflection with practical classroom applications. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal strong thematic continuity: creative-poetic language co-creation, digital transformation of language teaching through open-source didactics, and interdisciplinary frameworks at the language-literature-aesthetic media interface. She consistently addresses contemporary challenges in adult education while advancing theoretical foundations in subjectivity-oriented didactics. As thesis supervisor, she guides Master's students at the language-literature-aesthetic media nexus. Her collaborative projects include the DHOCH3 Module 10 team and international partnerships with scholars like Michael Dobstadt, Katharina Herzig, and Valeria Vasquez, producing classroom materials for Roman Hodel's works and cross-linguistic translation practices.

• Roman Archaeology
• Classical Archaeology
• Iron Age Studies
• +7 more

Jan Jílek is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Archaeology and Museology within the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. His academic work focuses on Roman archaeology, Classical archaeology, and Iron Age studies in Central Europe, with particular emphasis on Moravian archaeology and the Central European Barbaricum region. His research interests span Roman provincial archaeology, material culture analysis, ancient metallurgy, settlement patterns, and burial practices. Jílek has published extensively on Roman period artifacts, Iron Age settlements, and the cultural interactions between Roman and Barbarian communities in Central Europe. Jílek's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on Roman period artifacts (pottery, metal objects, lighting devices), settlement archaeology, and the transition between the Roman period and Migration Period. His work often involves detailed analysis of specific artifact types (such as button spurs, jug handles, and lanterns) within their broader cultural and chronological contexts. His research methodology combines traditional archaeological analysis with experimental approaches, as evidenced by studies on ancient casting technologies and metallurgical practices. Jílek frequently collaborates with other archaeologists across Central Europe, reflecting the transnational nature of his research interests. His teaching responsibilities include Roman archaeology courses, as indicated by his involvement in creating educational materials titled "Základy římské archeologie" (Basics of Roman Archaeology) and its e-learning version. Professionally, Jílek participates in academic conferences and meetings of classical archaeologists, contributing to the scholarly community through both his research presentations and organizational roles.

• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Edge Computing
• Digital Twins
• +6 more

Hui Song serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. Based at Pilestredet 52, Oslo, their work bridges theoretical computer science and practical IoT security applications within the Innovation, Digital Transformation and Sustainability research group. Research spans Internet of Things security , Edge Computing , and Digital Twin architectures with emphasis on trust management and secure software updates. Key interests include community-driven generative AI development, cloud-to-edge continuum security, and sustainable computing frameworks for IoT ecosystems. Recent projects address identity management in constrained devices and resilience engineering for critical infrastructure. Analysis of 2023-2025 publications reveals a consistent focus on security orchestration for IoT/CPS systems through digital twin implementations and intent-based data operations. Emerging trends show increased exploration of ethical generative AI applications and migration strategies from monolithic to microservice architectures in cloud-native environments. Active in both European research collaborations and industry-facing dissemination, Dr. Song contributes to advancing secure, sustainable computing practices through 56+ scientific publications and practical implementation frameworks developed with international partners including Rustem Dautov and Nicolas Ferry.

Ulrich SeissView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Color Technology
• Interior Design
• Surface Technology
• +5 more

Ulrich Seiss serves as Senior Lecturer in the Department of Color Technology/Interior Design/Surface Technology at the University of Wuppertal's Faculty of Design and Art. With over 15 years of academic service since his 2010 appointment as Senior Academic Councilor, he bridges craft traditions with contemporary design education through international occupational standard development and funded research initiatives. His educational foundation includes: Painter and varnisher apprenticeship in Mainz Dual studies in educational science/color technology at University of Hamburg and TU Hamburg Harburg Art history studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz State teaching examinations for vocational schools Seiss's research integrates color science with vocational pedagogy, focusing on surface technology applications and spatial design education. His work examines how traditional craft knowledge interfaces with digital tools and sustainable practices, particularly in painting and interior design trades. Current investigations address the cultural significance of color in built environments and the ergonomic optimization of vocational training spaces. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2014-2025) reveals consistent exploration of craft modernization through three interconnected lenses: (1) Historical technique preservation, (2) Digital workflow integration in traditional trades, and (3) Pedagogical innovation for vocational educators. His writing frequently connects material science with cultural anthropology, particularly regarding color symbolism across different craft communities. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Seiss has secured substantial external funding, primarily through Sto Stiftung (€300,000+ 2015-2021) and A.S. Création Tapetenstiftung (€30,000 in 2016), supporting projects including the 'Green.Building.Solutions' summer universities and the 'Tapetenwechsel' textbook (100,000+ copies). His grant portfolio demonstrates strong industry-academia partnerships focused on practical educational resources. He actively shapes design education through leadership roles in the Bundesarbeitsgemeinschaft Bau Holz Farbe (board member since 2004) and Arbeitskreis Schulen und Bildungszentren (board member since 2009), while co-founding Hamburg's Ateliers für Gestaltung (2023) to foster craft-design collaborations.

Jordi Andreu DaufíView profile

Professor

• Document Management
• Archival Science
• Business Archives
• +5 more

Full Professor at the University of Barcelona's Faculty of Information and Audiovisual Media, where he serves as Head of University School and teaches across multiple faculties including Law and Geography and History. He holds positions within the Information, Communication and Culture Research Center and has held significant administrative roles including Head of Studies for the Documentation Degree, Director of UB's Document and Archive Management System, and Academic Secretary of the Institute for Professional Development. His research spans document management systems across corporate, personal, and historical archives, with particular expertise in business archives as strategic assets. He has developed implementation projects for major organizations including Banc Sabadell, FC Barcelona, Anís del Mono, Soler & Palau Ventilation Group, and TOUS Jewelry. His work bridges archival theory and practical application, focusing on digital preservation, information governance, and the business value of archival systems. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to archival science since the 1980s, with recent work emphasizing service-learning methodologies in public administration education and the strategic management of corporate historical archives. His research shows strong institutional partnerships with banking and sports entities, particularly through Banc Sabadell's historical archive projects. As an educator, he has directed diploma programs internationally including at Universidad Centroamericana José Simeón Cañas in El Salvador, and taught for professional associations such as the Association of Archivists of the Canary Islands and the Official College of Librarians of the Valencian Community. His professional practice directly informs his academic work through real-world document management implementations. He coordinates the Working Group on Personal Archives for the Conference of Archivists of Spanish Universities (CAU) and has developed classification frameworks for personal archives adopted across Spanish academic institutions. His work with Banc Sabadell represents a significant case study in corporate archive development and digital transformation.

Yao ZhengView profile

Associate Professor

• Wireless Communication
• Wireless Sensing
• Wireless Security
• +5 more

Yao Zheng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Virginia Tech (2016), M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (2011), and B.S. in Microelectronics from Fudan University (2007). Previously, he worked as a junior researcher at Siemens Corporate Technology in China (2007-2009). His research focuses on wireless communication, sensing, and security , with specific expertise in mmWave/sub-THz radar sensing, biomedical sensors, and intelligent reflective surfaces. He leads major research initiatives including the O-RAN-Based Cyberinfrastructure Training project (NSF OAC-2417891, $150k) and 5G/B5G Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces for Aircraft Mission Readiness ($1.95M total). His laboratory develops integrated sensing-communication systems for applications ranging from physiological monitoring to environmental sensing. His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate strong focus on wireless physiological sensing (using mmWave for respiration/heart monitoring), security applications (biometric authentication, channel randomization), and NextG network enhancements (intelligent reflective surfaces, C-V2X coverage). The work spans IEEE journals, radar conferences, and IoT venues with consistent contributions to wireless sensing integration. Senior Member of IEEE Honorary Graduate of Starfleet Academy Professor Zheng advises students through VIP projects including Monet (Millimeter-wave Communication and Sensing Integration) and RASRE (Reflectarray Applications). His teaching portfolio includes ECE260 (Digital Design), ECE602 (Algorithms), and specialized courses on wireless communication and security. Current grants support cyberinfrastructure training and aircraft mission readiness applications through O-RAN and intelligent reflecting surface technologies.