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Lara MauriView profile

Researcher

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning Security
• Adversarial Machine Learning
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Lara Mauri is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Computer Science at the Department of Computer Science, University of Milan, where she is a member of the SEcure Service-oriented Architectures Research Lab. She currently oversees the HH4AI project at Human Hall, focusing on AI-human rights impact assessment frameworks. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science (dissertation in Machine Learning security), a Master's degree in Information Security, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, all earned summa cum laude from the University of Milan. Dr. Mauri's research spans several critical areas at the intersection of artificial intelligence and security. Her primary interests include Artificial Intelligence security , Adversarial Machine Learning , Distributed Ledger Technology , and Data Protection and Privacy . Her work demonstrates particular expertise in developing security frameworks for machine learning systems and analyzing blockchain technologies. Analysis of her publication record from 2018-2025 reveals a clear research trajectory moving from foundational blockchain analysis toward increasingly sophisticated AI security frameworks, culminating in her current work on human rights impact assessment for AI systems under the EU AI Act. Her research shows consistent contributions to both theoretical security frameworks and practical implementation approaches. Her scientific contributions focus on cybersecurity and AI ethics, with particular emphasis on: Machine Learning security frameworks Blockchain and distributed ledger technologies AI ethics and regulatory compliance Critical infrastructure protection As lead researcher on the HH4AI project, Dr. Mauri directs interdisciplinary work connecting technical AI development with human rights considerations, particularly within the context of the European regulatory landscape. Her research lab focuses on developing methodological approaches to assess potential human rights impacts of AI systems before deployment.

Linus HoffmannView profile

Lecturer

• Law & Economics
• Competition Law
• Digital Economy
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Mr. Linus Hoffmann is a Lecturer in the Law department at the University of Strathclyde, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. His research employs law & economics frameworks to analyze competition, commodification, and distribution dynamics in the digital economy. Key focuses include digital platforms' strategies for controlling and monetizing information, competition law enforcement's impact on market landscapes, and the broader commodification of digital resources. Recent work explores how the separation of 'noise' from relevant information in cyberspace becomes a commercialized asset. He teaches courses on competition law, law & economics, and company law, including specialized seminars like 'Competition Law and the Digital Economy' and 'Law & Economics for Digital Markets.' His publications span academic journals and policy contributions, including analysis of the EU Digital Markets Act and House of Lords Digital Assets Bill evidence. Hoffmann seeks interdisciplinary collaborations with computer scientists specializing in NLP for future projects.

Naomi CreutzfeldtView profile

Professor

• Administrative Justice
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Access to Justice
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Naomi Creutzfeldt is Professor of Law and Society and Co-Director of Research at Kent Law School. Her comparative socio-legal research examines access to justice with focus areas in alternative dispute resolution, administrative justice systems, digitalization impacts on vulnerable populations, and health-justice partnerships. She currently leads a Leverhulme-funded project on Digital Justice Journeys. Her work investigates how users navigate justice systems across different societies, exploring the interplay between legal cultures and institutional structures. Recent projects analyze post-pandemic trust in justice systems and digital exclusion risks for vulnerable users.

Lisa DicksonView profile

Associate Professor

• Cybercrime
• Privacy
• Data Protection
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Lisa Dickson serves as Head of Kent Law School and Reader in Law at the University of Kent, specializing in cybercrime, privacy, and forensic evidence in criminal trials. Her teaching spans Privacy, Data Protection, Cybersecurity Law, and Criminal Law modules. She holds an LLB, LLM, and PGCHE from the University of Southampton, establishing her foundation in legal theory and pedagogy. Dickson's research interrogates privacy through cultural and technological lenses, examining legal objects like the Mashrabiya screen and blockchain systems. Her work bridges law with cybersecurity, emphasizing GDPR compliance and privacy-aware design in digital ecosystems. As a Kent Centre for Cyber Security member (GCHQ-recognised Academic Centre of Excellence), she integrates technical and legal perspectives to address evolving cyber threats. Her publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on privacy-law intersections, particularly in blockchain communications (2020), cultural privacy metaphors (2017), and forensic evidence admissibility (2013). These works collectively critique procedural gaps in regulating emerging technologies while advocating for culturally responsive privacy frameworks. Dickson actively supervises research in privacy, data protection, and cybercrime contexts. She contributes to the EPSRC-funded PriVELT project developing privacy-aware data management for leisure travellers, demonstrating commitment to applied, interdisciplinary solutions. She operates within the Kent Centre for Cyber Security and NeCS CESTN Cyber Security Training Network, collaborating on national cybersecurity initiatives that shape policy and practitioner training through GCHQ-recognised research excellence.

Will R MbiohView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Law and Technology
• Digital Privacy
• Social Justice
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Dr. Will R Mbioh is a Senior Lecturer in Law at Kent Law School, University of Kent. Their research focuses on the intersection of law, technology, and social justice, examining data processing, surveillance, and content moderation impacts on user well-being and fundamental rights. They teach modules including European Union Law and Regulation of Platform/Surveillance Capitalism. Dr. Mbioh supervises PhD students exploring legal and socio-ethical dimensions of technology governance, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and social justice. Research Interests: Affective violence, digital labor, AI ethics, post-colonial legal frameworks, and regulatory enforcement in digital spaces. Teaching: European Union Law, Platform Regulation, Public Law, Equity and Trusts. Publications analyze gaps in global digital regulations, such as GDPR and DSA compliance, while advocating for human-centered legal frameworks. Their work bridges legal theory with sociological critiques, particularly in Global South contexts.

• Environmental Policy
• Marine Governance
• Social Sciences
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Moses Adjei is a Postdoc researcher in Environmental Policy at Wageningen University, specializing in interdisciplinary research addressing social, environmental, and governance challenges in coastal communities. His work focuses on small-scale fisheries management, gender dynamics in resource decision-making, and the application of qualitative research methods to understand complex socio-ecological systems. Key research interests include: Gendered decision-making processes in Ghana's fishing communities Social and environmental impacts of offshore petroleum extraction E-governance frameworks for achieving EU Green Deal objectives Health literacy promotion through social capital mechanisms Policy analysis for sustainable marine resource governance Recent publications highlight: Analysis of 'Saiko' illegal fishing practices and their socio-economic consequences Theoretical contributions on emotions and materiality in gendered household decision-making Cross-sectoral governance strategies for marine policy coherence Health equity through community-based interventions Adjei collaborates internationally on projects such as the PERMAGOV initiative, contributing to EU policy development. His work bridges academic research with practical governance challenges, emphasizing participatory approaches and marginalized community perspectives.

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Automation
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ABDERRAHIM FICHOUCHE, MOHAMED is an Associate Professor in the Department of Systems Engineering and Automation at the Carlos III University of Madrid (UC3M), where he also serves as Deputy Director of the Doctorate. He is affiliated with the Robotics Lab research group and the Pedro Juan de Lastanosa Institute of Technology Development and Innovation. His academic and research profile spans robotics, control systems, biomedical engineering, and power systems. His research interests include robotics , automation , control systems , biomedical signal processing , computer vision , and renewable energy integration . His work focuses on intelligent robotic systems, rehabilitation robotics, EEG-based brain-computer interfaces, fault detection in power systems, and advanced control strategies for industrial and autonomous systems. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary research, combining machine learning with signal processing for applications in medical diagnostics , robotic control , and smart grid monitoring . His work increasingly integrates deep learning , wavelet analysis , and adaptive control across domains. He has led major research projects such as: HANDLE (EU and national funding): Focused on dexterous in-hand manipulation. SARAH: Enhancing robot autonomy with artificial hands. PAPREC: Automatic grasping of disordered parts. PROSAVE: Eco-efficient aircraft systems. GRAND-PA: Assistive technologies for the elderly. He currently participates in ongoing projects including: SEGVAUTO5G-CM (2025–2028): Future mobility innovation. RoboCity2030-DIH-CM (2019–2023): Madrid Robotics Digital Innovation Hub. HYPER: Neuroprosthetic and neurorobotic devices for rehabilitation. He has supervised several theses on topics such as transmission line fault detection , autonomous decision-making in robots , and 3D perception . His research is conducted primarily within the Robotics Lab at UC3M, a multidisciplinary team focusing on advanced robotic systems for industrial, medical, and service applications.

Aaron GraceyView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• Organisational Resilience
• Business Continuity Management
• Crisis Management
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Dr Aaron Gracey is a visiting lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University and Southampton Universities, teaching on the MSc Managing Organisational Risk and Resilience program. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences and contributes as a part-time academic with deep industry experience in resilience and emergency management. PhD in Organisational Resilience MSc in Organisational Change Management MSc in Executive Leadership and Management MSc in International Politics, Strategic Relations and Modern Conflict PGCE in Adult Learning Dr Gracey's research and professional work focus on organisational resilience, crisis management, business continuity, risk assessment, and military training innovation . His interdisciplinary approach bridges public sector security, transportation infrastructure, and educational reform. He has pioneered the use of virtual reality in military training and developed the Organisational Resilience Maturity System for benchmarking resilience capabilities. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in critical infrastructure resilience, national preparedness, and organisational culture change , particularly within the rail and defence sectors. Themes include cross-sector collaboration, emergency planning, and standards development. Certified Business Continuity Practitioner (DRI) Contributor to UK Organisational Resilience standard (BS:65000) Developer of Resilience Maturity Model Leader in virtual reality military training innovation Dr Gracey advises on national resilience frameworks and has led major cross-industry programs in the UK rail sector. He has not formally advised PhD or Master’s students in academia but mentors professionals through industry training and DRI programs. He is involved in the MoD Apprenticeship programme and military education reform. He is actively involved in the UK Resilience Association as Vice-chair and contributes to military education through 100 Regiment Royal Artillery. His work integrates academic research with real-world implementation in both government and industry resilience programs.

Sokol KostaView profile

Associate Professor

• Edge Computing
• Mobile Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity
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Sokol Kosta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems at the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Aalborg University, Copenhagen, Denmark. His research focuses on edge computing, mobile cloud computing, cybersecurity, privacy, and the societal impact of digital technologies, particularly in public service media and data protection regulation. He is affiliated with the Cyber Security Group and contributes to initiatives such as 'AI for the People'. His research interests include edge and fog computing, computation offloading, Internet of Things (IoT), Internet of Floating Things, GPGPU acceleration, blockchain-based systems, privacy-preserving technologies, GDPR compliance, and public service media digital transformation. His work bridges technical innovation with policy and societal implications. His publications span from 2010 to 2025, with a strong presence in high-impact venues such as IEEE INFOCOM, IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing, and The Web Conference. The articles reflect a consistent focus on mobile and edge computing systems, performance modeling, security, and privacy, increasingly incorporating societal and policy dimensions, especially post-GDPR. Trends include computation offloading optimization, decentralized systems, and empirical studies on web tracking and data governance. He has received 14 prizes and recognitions for his research contributions, though specific awards are not detailed in the provided text. He has supervised PhD students, including Jannick Kirk Sørensen, and has been involved in significant research projects such as the 'European Open Web Privacy Measurement' project (2017–2020), which examined GDPR's impact on third-party web services. He has presented his work internationally, including at The Web Conference 2019 in San Francisco, and has been featured in media coverage discussing data privacy compliance of Danish public websites. His lab and team activities are centered around the Cyber Security Group and collaborative projects involving distributed computing, edge AI, and privacy measurement.

Tea Torbenfeldt BengtssonView profile

Professor

• Sociology
• Social Policy
• Child Welfare
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Tea Torbenfeldt Bengtsson is a Professor at the Department of Sociology and Social Work, Aalborg University, Denmark, affiliated with the WISER research group (Welfare, Innovation, Social Work and Employment Relations). She also holds an external position as Professor at VIVE – The Danish Center for Social Science Research (2021–present). Her work focuses on vulnerable children/young people in the Danish welfare state, decision-making in child welfare services, and qualitative research methods such as ethnography and narrative analysis. Research interests include sociological perspectives on youth justice systems, social exclusion, and the ethics of welfare interventions. She publishes internationally in top journals while also contributing Danish-language reports for policy dissemination. Recent publications (2024) analyze youth justice ambiguities, child participation models, gaming culture risks, and critiques of state welfare practices. Media engagement includes commentaries on child welfare failures and systemic gaps in Denmark’s social safety nets. Active in professional networks, she co-founded the Forskningsgruppen Børn, Unge og Udsathed (Research Group on Children, Youth, and Exclusion) in 2025. Her work aligns with UN SDGs addressing reduced inequalities (SDG 10) and quality education (SDG 4).

• International Development Studies
• Food Systems
• Food Security
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Ruth Haug is a Professor of International Development Studies at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), affiliated with the Department of International Environment and Development Studies (Noragric) within the Faculty of Landscape and Social Sciences (LANDSAM). She has held significant leadership roles, including Deputy Vice Chancellor (2008–2013) and Head of Department (2005–2008), and has been a central figure in shaping development research and policy in Norway and internationally. Her research expertise spans food systems, food security, climate change, agricultural extension, gender issues, forced migration, and humanitarian action . She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Africa and Asia and has collaborated with major institutions such as NORAD, the World Bank, FAO, and CGIAR. Ruth Haug has also served on international boards, including the IFPRI Board of Trustees and the ICARDA Board, and represented Norway in CGIAR and CFS meetings. The recent publication record reveals a strong focus on seed systems, equitable food systems, climate resilience, and agricultural innovation in Sub-Saharan Africa . Her work often examines policy implementation, gender dynamics, and the socio-political dimensions of food and agricultural systems. She has contributed to both academic and policy-oriented outputs, including Norad-funded reports and international policy dialogues. Scientific and Policy Engagement: Member, Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) Board Former member, IFPRI Board of Trustees Representative of Norway in CGIAR, CFS, and FAO meetings Former member, Svalbard Seed Vault Council Research and Teaching: Supervision of numerous M.Sc. and PhD students in development studies Course leadership in Global Food Systems and Food Security Extensive involvement in PhD programs and academic committees Active participation in national and international research projects (e.g., ACCESS, FoodMa) Labs and Research Groups: Core member of Noragric’s research environment on sustainable food systems and development Involved in NMBU’s Sustainable Food Systems Arena Contributor to interdisciplinary research on climate, agriculture, and equity

Thomas MaillartView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Collective Intelligence
• Complex Socio-Economic Systems
• Human Dynamics
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Thomas Maillart is a Senior Lecturer and researcher at the Research Institute for Statistics and Information Science at the University of Geneva. His work bridges complex systems, collective intelligence, and cybersecurity, with a focus on modeling human dynamics and digital risks. Education: PhD in Science, ETH Zurich (2011) Master’s degree, EPFL (2005) His research centers on understanding how incentives, structures, and social interactions shape collective behavior in online and physical environments. He investigates topics such as cyber risks, privacy, resilience, and technological innovation. His work often applies statistical physics and data science to socio-technical systems, including open-source software development, cybersecurity policy, and human behavior modeling. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research, combining insights from computer science, economics, psychology, and public policy. He explores how machine learning can forecast digitization labor needs, how collective action enhances cybersecurity, and how bio-sensors can aid in medical diagnosis. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Science , PLOS ONE , and Physical Review . Scientific Awards: Zurich Dissertation Prize (2012) for pioneering work on cyber risks Thomas Maillart has advised and collaborated with numerous researchers and students, though specific names are not listed in the provided text. He has been involved in significant research grants and initiatives, including cybersecurity consulting for governmental and private organizations and co-founding a cybersecurity startup in 2005. His academic service includes organizing and presenting at international conferences such as WEIS and ACM conferences. He is associated with several research platforms, including ResearchGate, Google Scholar, LinkedIn, and Twitter, and has contributed to both peer-reviewed and practitioner-oriented publications. His recent editorial work includes co-editing a book on critical information infrastructure security.

• Children's rights in sport
• Safeguarding and child protection in sport
• Gender-based violence in sport
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Melanie Lang is a Professor of Safeguarding and Children's Rights in Sport at Edge Hill University , UK, and Director of the Centre for Safeguarding and Child Protection in Sport (CPSS) . Her work focuses on children's rights in sport, safeguarding policies, athlete welfare, and gender-based violence prevention. She collaborates internationally with organizations like the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Council of Europe, and CIMSPA to advance 'safe sport' standards. Expertise & Roles: Member of Council of Europe's Pool of European Experts on Safe Sport Trainer for IOC Safeguarding Officer programmes and Canadian Coaches Association Co-organizer of the International Congress on Safe Sport Research (2025) Editorial roles in journals like International Journal of Sport and Society and Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy UK representative on Sport England/NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit Research Focus: Combines narrative methodologies with ethnographic research to address safeguarding gaps in youth and elite sport. Key themes include child participation in policy-making, abuse prevention frameworks, and the intersection of gender-based violence with sport systems. Notable Achievements: Recipient of the International Journal of Sport and Society's 2015 Annual Review Award (runner-up) Lead researcher on projects funded by IOC Advanced Research Grants and Erasmus+ programmes Authored/co-edited 3 major books, including Routledge Handbook of Athlete Welfare Academic Leadership: Oversees Edge Hill's Social Sciences International Co-ordination, mentors visiting researchers, and supervises PhD candidates globally. Active in institutional ethics governance and study-abroad programmes.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Quality of Experience (QoE)
• User Experience (UX)
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Katrien De Moor is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), with research focusing on socio-technical approaches in ICT. Her work bridges user experience, digital ethics, and cybersecurity, particularly in immersive environments and next-generation networking. Co-Editor-in-Chief, Quality and User Experience (Springer) Steering Committee, QoMEX Member, Young Academy of Norway Her research spans Quality of Experience (QoE) , User Engagement , and Digital Ethics , with projects like TufiQoE (2020-2024) on ecological validity in immersive media evaluation, and Digital Carbon Footprint studies. Since 2023, she leads NTNU's 5-year Master program in Cybersecurity and Data Communication. She supervises multiple PhD students including Camille Sivelle (Secure XR Experiences), Kaja Ystgaard (Smart Environments), and Ole Martin Edstrøm (Cryptology Modeling). Current projects like Amplify (EU-funded) and Societal Security and Digital Identities (NFR-funded) emphasize ethical AI and human agency. Scientific Recognition: Founding member, Young Academy of Norway Editorial roles in TOMM and QoMEX Conference leadership at ACM IMX and MMSys Her lab collaborates with the Department of Sociology and Political Science at NTNU on cryptology's social dimensions, while mentoring early-career researchers through the PERSEUS Doctoral Programme.

• Anthropology
• Indigenous Studies
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sociological Studies
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Professor Suzi Hutchings is a Central Arrernte woman and a senior Indigenous academic at Swinburne University of Technology, where she holds the position of Professor Indigenous Research Development at the Moondani Toombadool Centre. She has held academic roles at the University of South Australia, University of Adelaide, Flinders University, and RMIT University, where she was Associate Professor until February 2024. Her work bridges anthropology, Indigenous knowledges, and public policy, with a strong focus on decolonization and social justice for First Nations peoples. Her research interests include: Anthropology and Indigenous Studies Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sociological Studies Native Title and Land Rights Decolonizing Methodologies Indigenous Hip-Hop and Cultural Expression Therapeutic Practices and Cultural Safety Her recent publications (2018–2024) demonstrate a consistent interdisciplinary focus on the intersection of Indigenous identity, resistance, and institutional power. She explores how Indigenous knowledges challenge colonial frameworks in law, policy, music therapy, and digital media. Her work often centers on the agency of Indigenous peoples in asserting sovereignty and cultural continuity. Her scientific awards include: Endeavour Award for Indigenous Australians (2013) ARC Indigenous Discovery (2011) Enabling Capability Platform Funding (2019, RMIT) DSC DRA 2023 Proposal Scheme (2021, RMIT) Multiple Indigenous Staff Travel Grants Fellowship from the Australian Anthropological Society (2002–2024) Suzi Hutchings is actively involved in supervision and research leadership. She is available to supervise PhD candidates and currently leads the internal grant 'Pathways for integrating On-Country learning and Indigenous Knowledges methodologies into Indigenous HDR Projects' at Swinburne (2025–2025). She has served on numerous committees, including the RMIT Human Research Ethics Committee, the Australian Anthropological Society Presidential Team (2021–2023), and the Ilbijerri Theatre Board. She also produces and hosts community radio programs, including Subway Sounds on PBS 106.7FM.