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Oliver GasserView profile

Researcher

• Internet Measurement
• IPv6
• BGP
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Oliver Gasser is a researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Informatics (MPI-INF) and the Technical University of Munich (TUM), where he has co-lectured courses such as Advanced Computer Networking and Master Course Computer Networks. His research focuses on Internet measurement, security, and privacy, with a strong emphasis on IPv6, DNS, BGP, and web tracking technologies. His research interests include Internet measurement, IPv6 deployment, BGP security, DNS infrastructure, web tracking, privacy technologies, and network resilience. He has made significant contributions to understanding IPv6 hitlists, router fingerprinting, hypergiant content delivery networks, and consent banner manipulation on the web. His work combines large-scale active measurements with data analysis to uncover systemic issues in Internet infrastructure and privacy practices. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on measurement-driven research across networking, security, and privacy. Trends include analyzing IPv6 adoption patterns, detecting covert tracking mechanisms in web cookies, evaluating security of Internet protocols like DNS and BGP, and improving measurement methodologies for large-scale network studies. His work often involves developing open tools and datasets that advance reproducibility in networking research. PAM 2023 Best Paper Award TMA 2023 Best Paper Award TMA 2023 Fast Track Award PAM 2018 Best Paper Award IRTF Applied Networking Research Prize 2018 IMC 2017 Community Contribution Award TMA 2017 Best Dataset Award CoNEXT 2023 Community Contribution Award Oliver Gasser has advised or co-advised over 40 master’s and bachelor’s theses at MPI-INF and TUM, demonstrating strong mentorship in academic research. He has led several measurement projects that have received external funding, including development of the IPv6 Hitlist Service and tools for analyzing web tracking. His community service includes extensive participation in program committees for major networking conferences such as IMC, CoNEXT, PAM, and TMA. He leads and contributes to several open research initiatives including the IPv6 Hitlist Service, SNMPv3 Measurement Service, MPTCP Measurement Service, DNS Observatory, and the BannerClick tool for automated cookie banner interaction. These platforms provide valuable resources for the global networking research community and support reproducible science.

Paul PearceView profile

Associate Professor

• Network Security
• Internet Measurement
• Cybersecurity
• +4 more

Paul Pearce is an Associate Professor in the School of Cybersecurity and Privacy at Georgia Institute of Technology. He specializes in network security and internet measurement, focusing on DNS manipulation, IPv6 scanning, and malware analysis. His research has led to significant contributions, including the NSF CAREER Award (2023) and the IMC Community Contribution Award (2022). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from UC Berkeley (2018), following MS and BS degrees from the same institution. Education: PhD in Computer Science, UC Berkeley (2018) MS in Computer Science, UC Berkeley BS in Computer Science, UC Berkeley California Community Colleges: Chaffey College and Mount San Antonio College Research Interests: Network security and measurement IPv6 infrastructure and scanning Malware analysis and threat detection Privacy risks in browser extensions Global DNS manipulation and censorship Grants & Awards: NSF NeTS Early-Career Investigator Workshop PI (2025) NSF CAREER Award (2023) DARPA Riser (2022) IMC Community Contribution Award (2022) Distinguished Practical Paper at IEEE S&P (2015) Teaching: Teaches CS8803-EMS: Advanced Network Security and Measurement at Georgia Tech.

Jedidiah CrandallView profile

Associate Professor

• Internet Security
• Censorship Resistance
• Network Security
• +3 more

Jedidiah Crandall is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University's School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence, with an affiliation to the Biodesign Center for Biocomputing, Security and Society. His research focuses on Internet censorship, network security, and privacy-preserving technologies. Crandall collaborates with journalists and activists to expose surveillance mechanisms, particularly in politically sensitive regions like Russia and China. His work includes analyzing VPN vulnerabilities , decentralized censorship systems , and cross-border data flows . He teaches advanced courses in computer network security and advises graduate students on thesis/dissertation research. Research trends in his publications emphasize measuring state-level information control , attack vectors in modern networks , and secure communication technologies . Notable work includes TSPU: Russia's censorship infrastructure and Hidden Links: Analyzing Secret Families of VPN Apps . Crandall's teaching spans courses like Advanced Computer Network Security and Applied Cryptography , reflecting his commitment to preparing the next generation of security professionals. His Censored Planet project tracks global Internet censorship patterns through large-scale measurements.

Alberto DainottiView profile

Associate Professor

• Internet Measurement
• Cybersecurity
• Data Science
• +6 more

Alberto Dainotti is an Associate Professor at the School of Computer Science, College of Computing, Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), and Director of the Internet Intelligence Lab. His research focuses on Internet measurement, data science, and cybersecurity, with a particular emphasis on infrastructure reliability and socio-political implications of cyber events. Before joining Georgia Tech in 2014, he served as an Associate Research Scientist and Principal Investigator at CAIDA (Center for Applied Internet Data Analysis) at UC San Diego. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering and Systems from the University of Napoli 'Federico II', Italy (2008). He teaches courses such as Internet Data Science (CS 8803), Computer Networking I (CS 3251), and Computer Networks/Networking II (CS 6250/4251). Current students include Feng Zhu, Iliana Xygkou, Olivier Bemba, Weili Wu, Zahra Yazdani, and Zhiyi Chen. Former advisees have transitioned to roles at Amazon AWS Research, Northeastern University, UC Davis, Microsoft Azure, and VMware, among others. Research Interests: Internet Connectivity Outages & Mitigation BGP Routing Security & Monitoring Cybersecurity in Political Contexts Address Space Utilization DDoS/Botnet Analysis Network Measurement Tools Scientific Contributions: Developed systems like IODA, BGPStream, and GRIP for real-time Internet monitoring Recipient of the IRTF Applied Networking Research Prize (2012, 2017) Awarded Best Dataset (PAM 2022) and Best Community Artifact (PAM 2023) Authored over 50 publications in top venues including SIGCOMM, IMC, and NSDI Grants & Funding: National Science Foundation (NSF) grants CNS-1705024 / 2202288 and CNS-1703592 US Department of Homeland Security Cisco Systems, Comcast, ISOC, Google, and Open Technology Fund Labs & Collaborations: Internet Intelligence Lab (Georgia Tech) CAIDA collaboration (UC San Diego) MAPKIT project with University of Wisconsin-Madison Contributor to OECD and BITAG reports on routing security

• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Network Security
• +4 more

Mauro Andreolini is a University Researcher at the Department of Physical, Computer and Mathematical Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. He teaches Operating Systems and Secure Software Development courses within the Computer Science degree program. His research focuses on Cybersecurity , Network Security , Machine Learning in Security , and Cloud Computing . His recent publications analyze Data Privacy through geohashing and clustering, Adversarial Attacks in cybersecurity, and Moving Target Defense architectures. He has also contributed to frameworks for Automated Security Assessments using deductive reasoning and Realistic Botnet Detection benchmarks. Andreolini's work addresses Graph Neural Networks in intrusion detection, n-Gram Analysis for automotive network security, and Side-Channel Vulnerabilities in USB devices. He collaborates with researchers like Artioli, Ferretti, Marchetti, and Colajanni on projects spanning Adversarial Machine Learning , Secure Software Development , and Cloud-Based Monitoring .

• Network Engineering
• Internet Infrastructure
• Data Analysis
• +3 more

Zachary Bischof is a Researcher at Georgia Tech's School of Computer Science within the College of Computing. His work focuses on internet infrastructure, network reliability, and broadband analysis. He investigates topics such as outage detection, submarine cable networks, and the geographic and technical aspects of internet systems. His research spans from foundational studies on IPv4 utilization to applied projects like the iGDB platform integrating physical/logical network layers. Key areas of interest include internet measurement methodologies, infrastructure resilience, and the societal impact of telecommunications policies. He has contributed to improving outage detection algorithms, analyzing AS relationships, and evaluating consumer broadband experiences across diverse regions. His work often bridges technical and policy dimensions, emphasizing real-world applications. Notably, his publications explore undersea cable criticality, Google's AMP project's impact, and the utility of service-level agreements (SLAs) for broadband providers. While no formal awards are listed, his consistent output reflects sustained engagement with high-impact networking challenges. Zachary collaborates on projects like the Dasu platform for edge-based ISP measurements and has advised on submarine cable vulnerability assessments. His research integrates machine learning (e.g., hostname geolocation extraction) with traditional networking analysis, demonstrating interdisciplinary strengths. Future directions include expanding measurement frameworks and addressing emerging infrastructure challenges.

Kimberly C. ClaffyView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Internet Infrastructure
• Network Security
• Data Analysis
• +4 more

Dr. Kimberly C. Claffy (aka kc claffy) is a Principal Investigator at the Center for Applied Internet Data Analysis (CAIDA), Senior Research Scientist at the UC San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC), and Adjunct Professor in UC San Diego's Computer Science and Engineering Department. Her work focuses on Internet infrastructure analysis, security, and data sharing. Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, UCSD (1994) M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering, UCSD (1991) B.S. in Symbolic Systems, Stanford University (1989) Research interests span Internet infrastructure security, routing and addressing systems, network measurement methodologies, differential privacy applications, DNS vulnerability analysis, and trust frameworks for secure networking. She leads CAIDA's efforts in global Internet health assessments. Recent publications analyze IPv4 leasing markets, BGP data collection platforms, DNS security mechanisms, and darknet traffic analytics. Articles emphasize empirical methods for improving routing security, network hygiene, and policy implications of measurement data. Scientific recognition includes: Internet Hall of Fame 2019 π Person of the Year, SDSC 2018 Jonathan B. Postel Service Award, Internet Society 2017 Dr. Claffy contributes to CAIDA's infrastructure development, collaborates with institutions like AT&T, Federal Reserve Board, and University of Oregon's RouteViews project, and serves as an expert witness for the Federal Communications Commission.

Olivier BonaventureView profile

Professor

• Computer Networking
• Internet Protocols
• Transport Layer Protocols
• +7 more

Olivier Bonaventure is a Full Professor of Computer Science at Université catholique de Louvain (UCL), where he leads the IP Networking Lab within the Department of Computing Science and Engineering at the Louvain School of Engineering. With over three decades of experience in networking research, he has established himself as a leading figure in Internet protocol design and implementation. His research focuses on: Transport layer protocols including Multipath TCP and QUIC Protocol extensibility using eBPF technology BGP routing protocol innovations Network security and performance optimization Open educational resources for computer networking Professor Bonaventure's recent work centers on making Internet protocols more extensible through eBPF integration, enabling faster innovation cycles beyond traditional standardization processes. His research has practical applications in hybrid access networks, smartphone connectivity, and cloud infrastructure. His notable achievements include: IEEE INFOCOM'2007 best paper award USENIX NSDI Community award (2012) Open-textbook award from Saylor Foundation (2012) Conext'21 community award for TCPLS 2021 Applied Networking Research Prize for xBGP He has held significant leadership positions including Education Director for ACM SIGCOMM (2010-2016), Editor-in-chief of ACM SIGCOMM Computer Communication Review (2016-2020), and department head at UCL. His educational contributions include the widely adopted open-source textbook "Computer Networking: Principles, Protocols and Practice" and several influential courses at UCLouvain. He leads a research team that spans multiple projects including Multipath TCP deployment, QUIC extensions, and the pluginized protocols research agenda, with publications appearing regularly in top networking conferences and journals.

• Information Systems in Healthcare
• Digital Transformation in Hospitals
• Human-AI Collaboration

Cornelius Born , M.Sc., is a researcher affiliated with KrcmarLab at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) , specifically within the Department of Information Systems and Business Process Management (Informatik 17). His work sits at the intersection of information systems, healthcare, and human-AI collaboration. Education: M.Sc. in Information Systems – Technical University of Munich Visiting Graduate Student – ETH Zurich, Switzerland Exchange Semester – Tsinghua University, Beijing, China B.Sc. in Information Systems – Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg, Mannheim Research Interests: Cornelius focuses on Information Systems in Healthcare , investigating how digital technologies transform clinical workflows. He explores Digital Transformation in Hospitals , from electronic health records to advanced analytics, and studies Human-AI Collaboration , ensuring that AI-driven decision support tools integrate seamlessly and ethically into healthcare settings. Project Involvement: He is actively contributing to the ZNAFlow project, which targets data-driven process optimization in healthcare environments. Industry Experience: Prior to his academic role, Cornelius gained practical experience at Roland Berger and EY , providing strategic IT and process consulting to healthcare and public-sector clients. Contact: cornelius.born@tum.de

• IPv6 adoption
• Network security
• DNS infrastructure
• +6 more

Ioana Alexandrina Livadariu is a Research Scientist at the Center for Resilient Networks and Applications within Simula Metropolitan, affiliated with Simula Research Laboratory. Her work focuses on critical internet infrastructure analysis, particularly IPv6 adoption, network security, and geolocation technologies. Recent research highlights include: Investigating Forward-Confirmed reverse DNS in email authentication Tracking submarine cable deployments through network measurements Analyzing geofeed accuracy for IP geolocation Mapping Twitter activity during political transitions Assessing IPv4/IPv6 routing stability Her scientific contributions appear in major conferences like INFOCOM, PAM, and IMC, with a focus on network resilience and security protocols. Current projects examine: RPKI practices at IXPs MANRS/ISO27001 security framework gaps Country-level IP geolocation accuracy Multiconnectivity in IP networks Ioana has collaborated extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, contributing to network measurement methodologies and infrastructure analysis.

Mark W. PattonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Agent-based systems
• Cybersecurity
• Security informatics
• +5 more

Mark W. Patton is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management Information Systems at the University of Arizona and serves as Program Administrator for the AZSecure Cybersecurity Program. His expertise spans cybersecurity, security informatics, and decision support systems. PhD in Management Information Systems (University of Arizona, 2009) MBA (University of Michigan, 1999) BS in Mining Engineering and Computer Science (Montana Tech of the University of Montana, 1990) His research focuses on cybersecurity and security informatics, particularly in automated deception identification, SCADA vulnerabilities, and enterprise security management. He has contributed to studies on Tor networks, IoT vulnerabilities, and AI-driven cybersecurity frameworks. Mark's publications highlight his work in cybersecurity analytics, network reconnaissance, and AI-based deception detection systems. His recent work addresses SCADA vulnerabilities, honeypot technologies, and dark web marketplaces. He is affiliated with the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at the University of Arizona and has developed kiosk-based systems for deception detection and network security analysis.

Douglas E. ComerView profile

Professor

• Computer Networking
• TCP/IP Protocols
• Operating Systems
• +3 more

Douglas E. Comer is a Distinguished Professor of Computer Science at Purdue University, where he has made significant contributions to the fields of computer networking, operating systems, and distributed computing. He is renowned for his foundational work on TCP/IP protocols and for authoring influential textbooks that have shaped academic and professional understanding of computer science concepts. Comer's research interests focus on networking fundamentals, operating system design (particularly the XINU OS), and cloud computing architectures. His professional activities include consulting for industries, delivering seminars on TCP/IP, DNSSEC, and network processor design, and advising on large-scale web systems. He has authored over 20 books translated into multiple languages, including Computer Networks and Internets , Internetworking with TCP/IP , and Operating System Design . His work emphasizes practical education through experimental projects and lab guides, such as Hands-on Networking with Internet Applications . He is also known for his guidance on Ph.D. programs and academic careers in computer science, advocating for rigorous research and mastery of domain knowledge. Comer's contributions extend to open-source software implementations, including protocol stacks and educational tools. His consulting practice focuses on network security, distributed systems design, and emerging technologies like edge computing and software-defined networking.

• Network Security
• Internet Measurement
• Domain Name System (DNS)
• +7 more

Mattijs Jonker serves as an Assistant Professor in the Design and Analysis of Communication Systems group within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Twente. His research focuses on critical infrastructure aspects of the Internet, with particular emphasis on network security, DNS infrastructure, and Internet measurement methodologies. Dr. Jonker maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in top networking conferences and journals. Dr. Jonker's research interests center on network security with a special focus on DNS infrastructure vulnerabilities and defenses. His work explores DDoS attack mitigation strategies, DNS security extensions, IPv4 addressing economics, and network measurement techniques. He investigates how network operators can enhance digital sovereignty and strengthen network resilience, as evidenced by his longitudinal analysis during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. His research combines theoretical analysis with practical measurement campaigns to address real-world security challenges in Internet infrastructure. Analysis of Dr. Jonker's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on DNS security and network infrastructure measurement. His work spans DNSSEC deployments, anycast routing performance, IPv4 leasing market dynamics, and DDoS attack characterization. A notable trend is his emphasis on empirical measurement approaches to understand complex network phenomena, often developing novel measurement methodologies like response-aware scanning for DNS infrastructure analysis. His research bridges academic inquiry with practical security applications, as seen in studies on email authentication mechanisms and parental control systems. Best Paper Award -- Forward Pass: On the Security Implications of Email Forwarding Mechanism and Policy (2023) Best Paper Award on Characterization of Anycast Adoption in the DNS Authoritative Infrastructure (2021) Community Contribution Award -- The Wisdom of the Measurement Crowd: Building the Internet Yellow Pages a Knowledge Graph for the Internet (2024) Dr. Jonker actively collaborates with researchers across institutions, particularly with Sommese, van Rijswijk-Deij, and Sperotto, forming a productive research network focused on Internet measurement and security. His work has attracted attention from both academic and industry stakeholders, with media coverage of his research on DDoS attacks against Dutch media outlets like NRC.nl. He has contributed to practical security frameworks, including measurable best practices for DNS infrastructure resilience for the Dutch government. Dr. Jonker is affiliated with the Design and Analysis of Communication Systems (DACS) research group at the University of Twente, where he contributes to projects examining network infrastructure security and measurement. His research often involves large-scale Internet measurement campaigns, requiring coordination with multiple network operators and data collection points worldwide. He participates in community-building initiatives like the Internet Yellow Pages knowledge graph project, demonstrating commitment to open research infrastructure for the networking community.

• Cybersecurity
• Information Technology
• International Relations
• +5 more

Brenden Kuerbis is a Researcher at Georgia Institute of Technology's Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy and an Instructor in the Online MS in Cybersecurity Program. His work focuses on the political economy of technical identifiers (e.g., domain names, IP addresses), cybersecurity governance, and transnational digital policy challenges. He is affiliated with the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts and contributes to initiatives like the Internet Governance Project and NSF's Secure and Trustworthy Computing (SaTC) project. Education: PhD in Information Studies from Syracuse University's iSchool MSIT/MBA from University of Denver's Daniels College of Business BA in International Affairs from University of Colorado Research Interests: Dr. Kuerbis explores topics such as data enclosure's impact on digital markets, IPv6 adoption economics, cyber-attribution governance, and routing security incentives. His work bridges technical infrastructure challenges with global policy frameworks, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions to cybersecurity and internet governance dilemmas. Professional Activities: He has participated in ICANN governance processes (e.g., Nomcom, CWG-IANA) and contributed to publications like Opening Standards: The Global Politics of Interoperability (MIT Press). His research appears in journals like International Studies Review and Telecommunications Policy , and has been featured in media outlets such as Forbes and Washington Internet Daily. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the NSF SaTC project on network operator incentives and contributes to the Internet Governance Project's policy analysis initiatives.

Alberto DainottiView profile

Associate Professor

• Internet Measurement
• Cybersecurity
• Network Security
• +7 more

Alberto Dainotti is an Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science at Georgia Tech, leading the Internet Intelligence Lab. His research focuses on internet measurement, cybersecurity, and data science, with emphasis on routing security, outage detection, and the socio-political impacts of cyber events. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of Napoli 'Federico II.' Affiliations: Georgia Tech (since 2016), former Associate Research Scientist at CAIDA/UC San Diego Education: Ph.D. in Computer Engineering (2008), University of Napoli Research Interests: Internet outages, BGP security, DoS attacks, and the intersection of cybersecurity with political science. He develops tools like IODA, BGPStream, and GRIP for real-time network analysis. Recent Work: Focuses on detecting BGP hijacks, analyzing internet shutdowns, and assessing physical risks to network infrastructure. His work has been featured in venues like SIGCOMM, IMC, and NSDI. Awards: IRTF Applied Networking Research Prize (2022, 2017), IMC Distinguished Paper Award (2019) Grants: NSF, DHS, Cisco, Comcast, and OTF funding supporting BGPStream, IODA, and routing security research Labs/Teams: Directs the Internet Intelligence Lab, collaborating on projects like IODA (used by UN, Amnesty International) and BGPStream (widely adopted in industry and academia).