Princely Ifinedo is Professor of Information Systems at Brock University's Goodman School of Business. His research examines information security behaviors, e-government adoption, and technology acceptance models in diverse organizational contexts. Key research areas include: Behavioral information security E-government implementation in developing countries Privacy management frameworks Technology acceptance in healthcare Cross-cultural IS studies His publications demonstrate consistent focus on understanding human and organizational factors affecting technology implementation, particularly in African nations. Recent work investigates cybersecurity practices in Nigerian organizations, e-participation drivers in global contexts, and technology adoption challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
R. A. Borrelli is Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering at University of Idaho's College of Engineering, based at the Center for Advanced Energy Studies in Idaho Falls. His research spans advanced fuel cycles, nuclear safeguards, space nuclear power systems, and cybersecurity for nuclear facilities. Current projects include radioisotope thermoelectric generators for deep space exploration and cyber hardening of nuclear power plants. Research combines computational modeling and experimental validation, with focus areas in reactor physics, radiation transport, and energy system integration. Recent work examines molten salt microreactor restart protocols and radiation interactions in planetary atmospheres. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on nuclear safety (60% of recent papers) and space nuclear applications (25%). Professional activities include organizing nuclear cybersecurity research initiatives and serving on technical committees for nonproliferation conferences. Leads research on DOE/NASA-funded projects and advises students through the Center for Advanced Energy Studies. Collaborates with Idaho National Laboratory on safeguards-by-design methodologies.
John B. Kirkwood is a Professor of Law and the William C. Oltman Professor of Teaching Excellence at Seattle University School of Law. His work, focusing on antitrust law and economics, has been cited by the U.S. Supreme Court, the Ninth Circuit, and the Washington State Supreme Court. He is a leading expert in the antitrust field, with significant contributions to legal and economic analysis. Education: A.B. from Yale University (1970), M.P.P. from Harvard University (1974), and J.D. from Harvard Law School (1974). Kirkwood’s research centers on antitrust law, administrative law, and economic regulation. His scholarship addresses critical issues such as market power, predatory pricing, buyer power, and the legal frameworks governing mergers and acquisitions. His writings have been downloaded over 6,000 times, reflecting their influence in academia and practice. A synthesis of his recent articles reveals a focus on modern antitrust challenges, including the regulation of digital markets, the impact of big tech on competition, and the evolution of legal standards for anticompetitive behavior. His work often bridges legal theory and practical enforcement, advocating for consumer protection over efficiency-driven approaches. Scientific Awards: Winner of the Jerry S. Cohen Award for top antitrust scholarship (2012) Four national awards for pathbreaking scholarship First recipient of Seattle University School of Law’s Faculty Award for Scholarship Elected to the American Law Institute Kirkwood has served as a consultant on antitrust cases, drafted amicus briefs for high-profile appeals, and testified before Congress and federal agencies. He was Co-Editor of Research in Law and Economics for eight years and held leadership roles in the Antitrust and Economic Regulation Section of the Association of American Law Schools.
Professor Salma Ibrahim holds the position of Professor and Departmental Research Director at the Department of Accounting, Finance and Informatics within the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at Kingston University. She is an advocate of research-informed teaching and currently teaches Market-based Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Research Methods at the postgraduate level. Her research focuses on earnings management, governance, and financial reporting in capital markets, and she supervises PhD students in these areas. Professor Ibrahim established the 'Accountability, Governance and the Capital Market Research Hub' in 2016 and has served as its director since its inception. She also serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Applied Accounting Research and Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting , and is a committee member of the EAA Publications Committee until 2026. Her academic qualifications include a PhD in Accounting from the University of Maryland, a Master's in Accounting from Syracuse University, and a Bachelor's in Business from Helwan University. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) in the UK. Her professional practice emphasizes integrating non-financial performance measures into executive compensation contracts and exploring the legal consequences of earnings manipulation. Her research interests span earnings management detection methodologies, corporate governance structures, and the intersection of accounting practices with regulatory frameworks. She has contributed to debates on CEO pay transparency, risk disclosure practices, and the impact of ownership structures on financial reporting quality.
Dr. Kemal Akkaya is a Professor at the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Florida International University (FIU), where he leads the Advanced Wireless and Security Lab (ADWISE). He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and has expertise in Network Security, IoT/CPS Security, Blockchain Applications, and 5G Security. His professional roles include serving as Research Director for FIU’s Emerging Preeminent Program in Cybersecurity and as Program Director for the first BS degree in IoT in the U.S. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Maryland Baltimore County M.S. in Computer Engineering, Middle-East Technical University, Turkey B.S. in Computer Science, Bilkent University, Turkey Research Interests: Dr. Akkaya focuses on securing IoT and cyber-physical systems, blockchain for micro-payments, and network defense mechanisms. His work emphasizes privacy-aware protocols, secure key management, and SDN/NFV-based solutions. Awards: FIU Faculty Senate Excellence in Research Award (2020) College of Engineering and Computing Faculty Research Award (2020) Top Cited Article Award from Elsevier (2010) Advisees and Grants: While no student names are listed, his lab (ADWISE) likely supports graduate research in IoT and cybersecurity. His grants include interdisciplinary initiatives at FIU, focusing on securing emerging technologies like 5G and blockchain. Labs/Teams: Leads the ADWISE Lab, collaborating on projects like secure IoT payment systems, drone communication security, and resilient smart grid networks.
Yuliang Zheng is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He is renowned as the inventor of the ISO-standardized signcryption technology and a leader in modern cryptography and cyber security. His research spans cryptographic engineering, blockchain, and privacy-preserving systems. Dr. Zheng has over 230 refereed publications and played a key role in establishing international standards for public-key cryptography. He co-founded the Public Key Cryptography (PKC) conference and chairs its steering committee, demonstrating his global influence in the field. Education: B.S. (Highest Distinction) from Nanjing Institute of Technology (1982), M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Yokohama National University (Japan), followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the Australian Defence Force Academy. His career includes roles at the University of Wollongong, Monash University, and UNC Charlotte, where he founded the Information Security and Assurance Center (ISAC). Research focuses on cryptographic innovation, including signcryption, blockchain security, and privacy-enhancing technologies. He has advised banks, tech firms, and governments, and contributed to standards bodies like ISO, IEEE, and IETF. Awards include recognition as a top 10 cryptography researcher (1999) and ISO standardization milestones. Leadership and service include steering committees for major conferences like ICITS and ISC, editorial roles at The Computer Journal and IEEE Transactions, and program committee memberships across ACM-CCS, RSA, CRYPTO, and ASIACRYPT. His work emphasizes practical applications of security, such as privacy-preserving data generation and secure video surveillance systems.
Heidar A. Malki is a Professor of Engineering Technology and Senior Associate Dean of the Technology Division at the Cullen College of Engineering, University of Houston (UH). He holds a joint appointment in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and has over three decades of academic and research experience. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1990). His roles include Department Chair (2009–present) and Associate Dean for Research (2004–2009). He is a Senior Member of IEEE and serves as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1990) M.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1985) B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1983) Research Interests: Dr. Malki specializes in control systems, neural networks, fuzzy logic, and smart grid optimization. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications, particularly in the energy and telecommunications sectors. Notable areas include neuro-fuzzy controllers, power system dynamics, and cyber-security for critical infrastructure. He has collaborated with organizations like Southwestern Bell and the oil/gas industry on neural network applications. Publications & Awards: With over 100 publications, Dr. Malki’s work spans journals like IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems and International Journal of Bifurcation and Chaos . His awards include the Fluor Daniel Outstanding Faculty Award (2001, 2003) and recognition in Who's Who in America . He has authored textbooks on control systems and contributed to academic volumes on fuzzy logic applications. Grants & Leadership: He secured funding for initiatives like the Houston Information Technology Workforce Certification Center and led conferences such as the 1997 IEEE International Conference on Neural Networks. His educational contributions include pioneering web-based control systems laboratories and interdisciplinary graduate programs in technology. Labs & Teams: His research teams focus on advanced wireless sensor networks, mechatronics, and energy system optimization. Collaborations extend to NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy, emphasizing applied engineering solutions for real-world challenges.
Nur Imtiazul Haque is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Cincinnati's School of Information Technology within the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH). He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Engineering from Florida International University, USA, and a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (Bangladesh). Previously, he served as a lecturer at Daffodil International University and a graduate research assistant in the Analytics for Cyber Defense lab, where he contributed to NSF and DOE projects. His research focuses on securing cyber-physical systems through formal methods, machine learning, and mathematical optimization, particularly in smart healthcare, smart homes, and industrial IoT. He has published 12 peer-reviewed papers, one book chapter, and patented a tool. Notable achievements include the Best Paper Award at IEEE/IFIP DSN 2023 and the Dissertation Year Fellowship Award. Dr. Haque has organized the International Workshop on AIOTS as publication chair and is an active IEEE member. His work addresses critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, with contributions to frameworks like SHATTER, PHASE, and iDDAF for detecting and mitigating advanced cyber threats.
Miss Elena Martellozzo is a Professor of Criminology and Director of Policing (DoP) at the Centre for Policing within the Faculty of Business and Law at Middlesex University. Her work spans three campuses: London, Dubai, and Mauritius. With over 20 years of research focus on cybercrime, online victimology, and cyber policing, she emphasizes digital methods to combat crimes involving children and young people. Her expertise includes content moderation challenges, online child sexual abuse prevention, and pandemic-era policing adaptations. Her teaching career includes guest lectures at prestigious institutions globally, such as the Universities of LUMSA (Italy), Warsaw (Poland), and Seoul (South Korea). Her research outputs address critical issues like content moderators’ mental health, CSAM regulation, and stalking behavior during the pandemic. She has collaborated with international agencies and authored influential books and journal articles on cybercrime and victimology. Her work highlights the intersection of technology and crime, advocating for stronger regulatory frameworks and support systems for digital workers. She has pioneered studies on police responses to cyberstalking and the societal impacts of online pornography on youth.
Prof. Ursula Eicker is the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Smart, Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities at Concordia University , leading cutting-edge research in urban energy systems. Her work integrates 3D city modeling, renewable energy systems, and sustainable transport to develop zero-carbon city strategies. PhD in Solid State Physics (Heriot-Watt University) Habilitation in Renewable Energy Systems (Technische Universitat Berlin) Research Interests focus on urban simulation platforms, district energy networks, and climate-resilient infrastructure. The INSEL4Cities platform enables holistic urban modeling for building demands, transportation, and greenery. Her Residential Densification studies demonstrate 65% energy reduction through retrofits and solar integration. Recent publications explore urban solar shading , transactive energy systems , green infrastructure equity , and decentralized hydrogen production . Awards include the German-African Innovation Incentive and recognition for photovoltaic research in Egypt. Over 50 graduate students in her lab examine zero-carbon pathways. Teaches ENCS 691 on urban energy systems. Secured 10M CAD for the CERC chair and multiple grants. Co-Director of Concordia's Next Generation Cities Institute .
John Foubert, Ph.D., serves as Dean of the College of Education at Union University and teaches in their Higher Education Ed.D. program. He also holds the position of Highly Qualified Expert for Sexual Assault Prevention with the U.S. Army, regularly consulting at the Pentagon. In 1998, he founded the national nonprofit One in Four , which operated for 20 years to combat sexual violence on campuses and in the military. Education: Ph.D. in College Student Personnel Administration (University of Maryland), MA in Psychology (University of Richmond), BS in Psychology and Sociology (College of William and Mary) As an interdisciplinary scholar with 50+ peer-reviewed publications and 11 books , his research focuses on: Sexual Assault Prevention Bystander Intervention Training Pornography's Psychological Effects Trauma-Informed Practices Higher Education Administration His recent publications analyze pornography reduction programs, internet addiction impacts on academics, and sexual violence patterns across institutions. Media outlets like CNN, NPR, The New York Times , and Washington Post have featured his work. He has delivered 300+ professional presentations and testified before Congress on rape prevention strategies. Advising: No formal student list provided Grants: U.S. Army collaborations He maintains John D. Foubert, LLC consulting practice and partners with organizations including the White House , University of Georgia , and Mississippi Coalition Against Sexual Assault .
Arne Roar Nygård is a Researcher at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) . His work focuses on cybersecurity in critical infrastructure , particularly through hardware reverse engineering and digital supply chain security . He actively contributes to smart grid security , IT/OT convergence , and third-party risk management . Research interests include: Digital Supply Chain Security Hardware Reverse Engineering for Vulnerability Detection Smart Grid Cybersecurity IT/OT Integration in Critical Systems EU NIS2 Regulation Compliance Ethical Considerations in Cybersecurity Recent publications and presentations highlight trends in hardware security verification , threat modeling for critical infrastructure , and regulatory frameworks for cybersecurity. No scientific awards or student advising details were explicitly mentioned in the scraped data.
Professor George Korres specializes in Electric Power Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens. His research encompasses power system analysis, protection schemes, and industrial control systems. Teaching responsibilities include courses on: Supervision/Management of Energy Systems Energy Control Centers Power System Protection Recent research focuses on advanced state estimation techniques for modern power grids, particularly hybrid measurement systems combining SCADA and PMU data. Publications demonstrate applications in transmission networks, HVDC systems, distribution grids with renewable integration, and adaptive protection for island systems.
Dr. Kellie Toole is a Senior Lecturer at the Adelaide Law School, University of Adelaide, within the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics. She joined as a full-time academic in 2012 after practicing as a criminal defense lawyer. Her teaching focuses on Evidence Law, Criminal Law and Procedure, and Military Disciplinary Law. Her research intersects criminal law and human rights, including a PhD on prosecutors' decision-making and studies on veterans' involvement in civilian justice systems. She serves on the Management Committee of the Research Unit in Military Law and Ethics (RUMLAE). Dr. Toole's research explores topics like prosecution accountability, veterans' reintegration, and legal reform. She supervises PhD students on environmental crime and historical narratives in international law. Her work emphasizes practical legal education and ethical dilemmas in prosecution. Publications span criminal justice policy, military law, and veterans' issues. She is eligible to co-supervise Masters and PhD students and actively engages in professional activities to bridge academic and practical legal challenges.
Benjamin Wong is a Lecturer at NUS Law and a practicing Advocate & Solicitor in Singapore. He earned an LL.M. (Distinction) from LSE and an LL.B. (Hons) from NUS. His qualifications: LL.M. (Distinction), London School of Economics LL.B. (Hons), National University of Singapore Advocate & Solicitor, Singapore Wong's research centers on data protection law and the law of confidential information, with additional interests in competition and contract law. His work examines regulatory challenges in digital privacy and data governance. From 2021 to 2023, he published multiple articles in top law journals, analyzing GDPR compliance, employee monitoring, and data protection in Singapore. His publications reflect a strong emphasis on practical legal issues in technology. He has received research grants from partnerships with the University of Toronto and Melbourne Law Schools, supporting collaborative projects on data protection law.
