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• Criminology
• Migration Control
• Police Studies
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Cristina Fernández Bessa is a faculty member at the University of A Coruña (UDC), specifically in the Faculty of Law's Department of Criminal Law. She holds a research-focused academic position (PDI Investigación) and teaches Criminology in the Law Degree program as well as Migration Policies and Migration Law in the Master's Degree in Social Policies and Socio-Community Intervention. Her research interests center around criminology, migration control, police practices, prison systems, and human rights. She has developed a substantial body of work examining the intersection of migration governance and criminal justice systems, with particular attention to border control mechanisms and their human rights implications. Her recent publications (2021-2024) reveal a consistent research trajectory focused on migration governance, border control, and human rights within criminal justice frameworks. These works appear in respected journals across criminology, criminal justice, and social sciences, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement with migration studies, penal policies, and human rights frameworks. As a principal investigator, she leads multiple research projects funded by the Ministry of Education, Science, Universities and Vocational Training; the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities; the Xunta de Galicia; and the European Commission. Her research team collaborates extensively with international scholars across Europe and Latin America. Dr. Fernández Bessa actively supervises bachelor's and master's theses on topics including migration policies, human rights protection, and criminal justice systems. Her students work on contemporary issues such as temporary protection programs for human rights defenders, migratory processes, and collective resistance practices.

• Constitutional Law
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Federal Courts
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Jonathan Remy Nash serves as the Robert Howell Hall Professor of Law at Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia. With an extensive scholarly record including 52 publications and significant impact in legal academia (ranked 11,737 in total papers downloads with 8,909 total downloads), Professor Nash has established himself as a prominent legal scholar with expertise spanning constitutional law, criminal procedure, federal courts, and administrative law. His work frequently appears in top-tier law journals including the Yale Law Journal, Virginia Law Review, and Northwestern University Law Review. Professor Nash's research interests demonstrate remarkable breadth and depth across multiple legal domains. His scholarship on constitutional law examines the unconstitutional conditions doctrine, standing doctrine, and federalism issues, while his criminal procedure work addresses prosecutorial discretion, bad faith prosecution, and the intersection of constitutional rights with criminal justice. In administrative law, he has made significant contributions to understanding Chevron deference, agency budgets, and regulatory production. His environmental law scholarship focuses on grandfathering provisions, transition relief, and pollution control mechanisms. Notably, Professor Nash frequently employs empirical methods to analyze judicial behavior, collegiality, and decision-making processes across various legal contexts. Analysis of Professor Nash's recent publications reveals a sophisticated interdisciplinary approach that bridges traditional doctrinal analysis with empirical and economic perspectives. His work increasingly examines the intersection of constitutional doctrine with practical enforcement mechanisms, particularly in criminal procedure and federal courts contexts. There's a clear trend toward examining how theoretical legal principles operate in real-world settings, with particular attention to vulnerable populations and the practical impacts of legal doctrines. His scholarship demonstrates consistent engagement with both foundational legal principles and emerging contemporary challenges in the legal system. Professor Nash has maintained a robust collaborative research agenda, frequently working with prominent scholars including Richard L. Revesz, Michael G. Collins, Kay L. Levine, Robert A. Schapiro, and Jonathan S. Masur. His research has been supported through institutional affiliations that provide the resources necessary for rigorous legal scholarship. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the available materials, his extensive publication record suggests sustained research support. Professor Nash maintains active engagement with the legal community through amicus brief submissions, including work on significant cases like Ford Motor Co. v. Montana Eighth Judicial District Court. His scholarship demonstrates consistent relevance to contemporary legal debates and judicial decision-making across multiple domains of law.

Andrew G. ReiterView profile

Professor

• Political Violence
• Civil-Military Relations
• Conflict Resolution
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Andrew G. Reiter is a Professor of Politics and International Relations at Mount Holyoke College , specializing in political violence, transitional justice, and civil-military relations. His work bridges academic research with real-world policy through consulting for international organizations like the United Nations and governments including Colombia. Education: Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison; B.A. from Loras College Reiter’s research explores democratic transitions , focusing on how societies address historical human rights violations through mechanisms like war crimes trials, truth commissions, and amnesty laws . He co-founded the Transitional Justice Data Base Project, which produced the first global dataset on transitional justice mechanisms. Key trends in his publications include comparative analysis of military courts across Latin America, the effectiveness of transitional justice in post-conflict democracies, and the strategic use of violence in peace agreement implementation. His 2023 article Military Legal Power, Unchecked examines institutional power struggles in democratic governance. Scientific Awards: Choice Outstanding Academic Title for Military Courts, Civil-Military Relations, and the Legal Battle for Democracy (2022) Reiter has received grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) , United States Institute of Peace (USIP) , and Smith Richardson Foundation . He co-teaches courses on World Politics, Transitional Justice , and Ending War and Securing Peace . His media presence includes appearances on PBS Nova and contributions to outlets like The Washington Post and The Boston Globe .

Elena Atienza MaciasView profile

Researcher

• Constitutional Law
• Sports Law
• Bioethics
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Elena Atienza Macias is a Ramón y Cajal Researcher and Constitutional Law Lecturer at the University of Deusto, affiliated with the Faculty of Law. She also teaches at the Deusto Business School and the Faculty of Social and Human Sciences. Her research is deeply interdisciplinary, spanning sports law, bioethics, health law, and human rights, with a particular focus on doping in sport, genetic interventions, and transgender rights. She has been a long-term member of the 'Cátedra de Derecho y Genoma Humano' at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), a research group recognized as 'Excellent' by the Basque Government. Ph.D. in Law, University of Deusto, Universidad Pontificia Comillas (ICADE), Universidad Ramón Llull-ESADE (2016) Master's in Fundamental Rights and Public Powers, University of the Basque Country (2012) Law Degree, University of Deusto, Specialization in Private and Business Law (2005) Her research interests lie at the intersection of law, ethics, and science, particularly in bioethics , constitutional law , and sports regulation . She explores legal responses to emerging technologies such as genetic doping, end-of-life decisions, and environmental chemical regulation. Her work emphasizes the protection of fundamental rights, including athlete privacy, mental health, and the rights of marginalized communities like transgender individuals. The 15 most recent articles reflect a strong thematic continuity in doping regulation , bioethical implications of biotechnology , and health law . Her publications span journals in law, sports, public health, and bioethics, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach. Key subfields include genetic doping, mental health in sports, anti-doping controls, privacy rights, and legal frameworks for human enhancement. Thesis awarded Outstanding Cum Laude and International Mention XVI Andalusian Association of Sports Law Legal Award Premio 2013 Law & Science Young Scholar ECLT Prize Premio a la Mejor Comunicación at XX Jornadas sobre Derecho y Genoma Humano (2013) Elena Atienza has secured competitive research grants, including a postdoctoral fellowship from the Basque Government (ranked #1 in Law) and a national Juan de la Cierva postdoctoral grant. Since 2023, she holds a prestigious Ramón y Cajal research position at the University of Deusto, funded by the Ministry of Science and Innovation. She has also been involved in international research collaborations, including stays at the University of Coimbra and participation in networks like the International Network of Humanistic Doping Research (Aarhus University). She has directed the Expert Diploma in Health Law and served in editorial leadership roles, including as Coordinator of the Revista de Derecho y Genoma Humano . She is a member of the research group 'European Integration and Property Law in a global context' at the University of Deusto and has been part of the 'Cátedra de Derecho y Genoma Humano' at UPV/EHU. She has also been involved in organizing major academic conferences such as the REMEDiE Closing Conference and EURSAFE 2010. Currently, she leads research projects on the legal protection of transgender individuals, funded by the Basque Government.

Iryna YevseyevaView profile

Associate Professor

• Cyber Security
• Operational Research
• Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
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Iryna Yevseyeva is an Associate Professor in Computer Science at De Montfort University, affiliated with the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media and the School of Computer Science and Informatics. She leads the Cyber Security subject group and serves as Deputy Director of the Cyber Technology Institute. Her academic journey includes research roles at Newcastle University, the University of Leiden, Polytechnic Institute of Leiria, INESC Porto, and the University of Algarve. PhD in Multicriteria Decision Aiding, University of Jyväskylä, Finland Postdoctoral experience in the Netherlands, Portugal, and the UK Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Her research focuses on the application of operational research methods—particularly multi-criteria decision analysis and multiobjective optimization—to critical challenges in cyber security, including risk assessment, investment decisions, threat intelligence, and human behavior. She integrates decision science with cybersecurity to develop practical, data-driven frameworks for security governance and incident response. The recent publications highlight a strong trajectory in applying advanced computational and optimization techniques to cybersecurity problems. Themes include evolutionary optimization for privacy metrics, gamified training for incident response, human error modeling (IS-CHEC), and portfolio optimization in both drug discovery and security controls. The interdisciplinary nature spans computer science, operational research, behavioral psychology, and healthcare informatics. DMU Commercialisation Award (2018) Academy of Finland Grant (2008) Erasmus Mundus Grant (2008) Iryna has supervised 4 PhD students to completion and currently co-supervises 5 others. She has led over 10 research projects and secured more than 10 small grants as Principal Investigator, along with industrial grants from Innovate UK and Airbus. Her academic service is extensive, including guest editing for Springer journals, organizing international workshops (LeGO 2018, EMO 2023 track), and peer reviewing for top-tier journals and funding councils like EPSRC, MRC, and Horizon2020. She is actively involved in the Cyber Technology Institute and leads research within the Multi-Criteria Decision Making and optimization domain. Her collaborations span Brazil (Unijuí), Finland, the Netherlands, and Portugal, reflecting a globally connected research profile.

Maria Jenisha Charles Thanasingh PackiarajView profile

Lecturer

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Power Electronics
• Smart Grids
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Maria Jenisha Charles Thanasingh Packiaraj is a Lecturer in Electrical Engineering at the School of Computing, Engineering and Digital Technologies, Teesside University, UK, where she has been serving since October 2022. She leads the Electrical Power Systems module at Level 6 and tutors in Electronic Principles and Microgrid courses, while also supervising undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation projects. Post Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PgCLTHE), Teesside University (Awarded: 29 Aug 2024) PhD in Power Electronics Applications in Renewable Energy Systems, National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (Awarded: 24 Aug 2019) Master of Engineering in Power Electronics and Drives, Infant Jesus College of Engineering, India (Awarded: 31 May 2014) Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, PSG College of Technology, India (Awarded: 31 May 2012) Her research spans renewable energy integration , power electronics , microgrids , smart grids , energy storage , and electric vehicle charging . She focuses on advanced control techniques like Fuzzy-PID controllers , unintentional islanding detection , and AI-driven battery management , contributing to sustainable and resilient energy systems. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in grid-connected renewable systems , islanding detection without communication , offshore wind turbine control , and AI-enhanced charging technologies . These works reflect expertise in both theoretical modeling and practical implementation, particularly in power conversion, control algorithms, and system resilience. Dr. Charles Thanasingh Packiaraj is actively involved in research funding and supervision. She serves as Co-Investigator on the Royal Academy of Engineering-funded project AI-Driven Adaptive Fast Charging for Electrical Vehicles – Empowering Skills and Curriculum Development , which also emphasizes education and workforce development. She is open to PhD supervision and collaborative research projects in her domain. Her research contributes to key themes in modern power systems, including decentralized energy , smart control , and sustainable electrification . She collaborates with researchers in power electronics, renewable integration, and intelligent transportation systems, forming part of a dynamic network advancing clean energy technologies.

Boris KoldehofeView profile

Professor

• Distributed Systems
• Computer Networks
• Software-defined Networking
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Prof. Dr. Boris Koldehofe is a Full Professor of Distributed and Operating Systems at the Technical University of Ilmenau, Germany since 2023. Previously, he held Full Professor of Computer Networks at the University of Groningen (2020–2023) and served as a Senior Researcher/Lecturer at Technical University of Darmstadt (2014–2020). He is also an Adjunct Professor at TU Darmstadt since 2020. Research Focus: Distributed Systems, Software-defined Networking, Complex Event Processing (CEP), Fog Computing, Privacy Engineering Education: Habilitation in Communications and Distributed Systems (2019), PhD in Computer Science (2005) Research Trends : His 2024–2023 publications emphasize analog/memristor-based network computing , privacy-preserving CEP , and time-sensitive networking . Key themes include programmable data planes , AI-driven infrastructure , and energy-efficient systems . Recent work explores federated learning in vehicular networks and privacy engineering for IoT analytics . Projects & Leadership : He leads the DFG CRC 1053 MAKI (2014–2024) and the Parrot: Privacy Engineering for IoT project (2021–). He serves as principal investigator for dynamic Industry 4.0 communication networks and has managed collaborations with institutions like EPFL, University of Stuttgart, and University of Heidelberg.

• Chemical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Risk Management
• +7 more

Chike Oduoza is Professor of Process and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Wolverhampton's Faculty of Science and Engineering, where he leads the Chemical Engineering department. With a career spanning over three decades, he holds chartered status from the Institution of Chemical Engineers and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His academic leadership includes coordinating EU research consortia and examining roles at multiple UK universities. Education: PhD in Instrumentation and Control, University of Manchester MBA, University of Exeter MSc Industrial Chemistry, Ahmadu Bello University PGCE, University of Teesside Diploma in Management Science, University of Manchester Research Focus: Professor Oduoza's interdisciplinary work bridges chemical engineering, manufacturing systems, and industrial sustainability. Primary domains include oil/gas processing (flare gas management, spill remediation), electrochemical engineering (corrosion protection, plating technologies), and risk management frameworks for construction SMEs. His applied research emphasizes process optimization, life cycle assessment, and lean manufacturing principles. Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate strong thematic alignment with energy transition challenges—hydrogen combustion modeling, flare gas valorization, and solar cell reliability. Persistent focus areas include sustainable manufacturing systems, risk mitigation in oil/gas operations, and environmental remediation technologies. Methodologies frequently integrate computational modeling, lifecycle analysis, and empirical industrial case studies. Awards & Honors: Fellow, Institution of Chemical Engineers (2006) Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy (2020) West Midlands Construction Excellence Award (2017) UK Chairman, Society of Chemical Industry Electrochem Group (2006-2010) EPSRC Peer Review College Member (2005-present) Grants & Projects: Secured €1M EU FP7 funding for RiMaCon (risk management software for construction). Currently leading £790K EPSRC FLAREMANAGER consortium for hydrocarbon extraction from flare gas. Coordinated Horizon 2020 bid (€3.74M) for chemical industry process design. Additional funding from Petroleum Trust Development Fund (Nigeria). Academic Leadership: Supervised 30 PhD completions. External examiner for Cranfield, Manchester, and Newcastle universities. Coordinates research teams across European institutions including University of West Bohemia and Imperial College London. Developed ethics case studies for UK engineering curricula.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Renewable Energy
• Fluid Dynamics
• +3 more

Susan Farus-Brown is a Professor at Ohio University's College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering, with over two decades of research in fluid dynamics, renewable energy systems, and aerospace thermal management. Since 2015, she has published extensively on wind turbine optimization, microchannel cooling, and combustion instability mitigation. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University MS in Aerospace Engineering, MIT BS in Mechanical Engineering, Ohio University Research Focus Her work bridges computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with experimental validation, targeting efficiency improvements in wind energy systems and advanced thermal solutions for aerospace applications. Recent projects involve nanofluid-enhanced heat transfer and hybrid solar-wind energy integration. Scientific Awards ASME Fellow (2022) National Renewable Energy Fellowship (2018) Students & Collaborations: Advising 3 PhD candidates, she collaborates with institutions like NASA and NREL. Current research includes cooling systems for hypersonic vehicles and turbulence modeling in microfluidic devices.

Eleni Ekaterini LeligouView profile

Professor

• Computer Networks
• Industrial Web Server Applications
• Blockchain Technology
• +7 more

Professor Eleni Ekaterini Leligou is a full-time faculty member at the University of West Attica , serving in the Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering since November 2017. Previously, she taught at the Technological Educational Institution of Central Greece (2007–2017) and was a research associate at the National Technical University of Athens (1998–2007). Education Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1995) PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1998–2002) – thesis graded “Excellent” Research Interests Her work lies at the intersection of computer networks, blockchain, Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence with a strong emphasis on industrial and energy-management applications . Specific themes include trust and routing protocols for sensor networks, FPGA-based acceleration of network algorithms, blockchain-enabled network security, IoT solutions for smart energy systems, and federated-learning models for maritime energy optimisation. Teaching Contributions At undergraduate level she delivers core courses on Internet Technology in the Digital Industry, Cloud Computing Engineering and Data Security and Protection . At postgraduate level she contributes to four distinct programmes: Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning (inter-departmental MSc), Information Systems (Hellenic Open University), Production and Service Automation , and New Technologies in Shipping and Transportation . Publications Overview Her 2024–2025 scholarly output demonstrates an aggressive push toward next-generation networks (6G, LiFi, RIS), blockchain integration in diverse domains (gaming, supply-chain, PLC security), and AI/ML methodologies ranging from federated learning to GAN-based image generation, all applied to industrial, maritime and educational contexts. Laboratory & Teams She conducts her research within the Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Systems Laboratory – EYNES , leading projects that blend networked embedded systems, AI and blockchain technologies.

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Electrical Energy and Power Systems
• +1 more

Dr. Oğuz Taşdemir serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Engineering and Architecture since 2025, following his tenure as full-time teaching staff at the university's Kaman Vocational School (2017-2025). His academic foundation includes PhD and MSc degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Gazi University and Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University respectively. His educational credentials: PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Gazi University (2020-2024) MSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University (2017-2020) BSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Kırıkkale University (2009-2010) Taşdemir's research integrates artificial intelligence with renewable energy systems, specializing in photovoltaic/wind power prediction, distributed generation optimization, and electrical facility analysis. His methodology leverages metaheuristic algorithms (JAYA, PSO, ABC) and neural networks to enhance renewable energy forecasting accuracy and power system efficiency, with particular emphasis on environmental factors like PM10 particulates and seasonal variations affecting solar/wind output. His 12 publications (2021-2025) reveal a concentrated research trajectory: 70% focus on AI-driven renewable energy solutions (primarily photovoltaics), 20% on power system optimization, and 10% on electrical control systems. The works demonstrate progressive technical sophistication from foundational microgrid studies (2021) to recent innovations in bifacial PV analysis and hybrid storage optimization (2025), consistently applying computational intelligence to energy challenges. As academic advisor, he has co-supervised two master's theses on photovoltaic forecasting and power system optimization. His research portfolio includes six projects: principal investigator for a TÜBİTAK-funded study on bifacial photovoltaic panels (2025-2027), and researcher roles in five projects addressing PV cooling techniques, hydrogen heating systems, and battery comparisons. His teaching encompasses core electrical engineering courses including Power Transmission, Fault Analysis, and Electromechanical Control Systems.

• Marine Engineering
• Ship Automation
• Ship Machinery Operations
• +5 more

Prof. Fuat ALARÇİN is a Professor at Yildiz Technical University's Naval Architecture and Maritime Faculty, Department of Marine Engineering Operations, where he has been serving since 1998. He has held various leadership positions including Head of Department (2015-2023) and Faculty Board Member. His expertise spans marine engineering, ship automation, and vibration analysis. His educational background includes: Doctorate (1999-2004) from Yildiz Technical University Postgraduate studies (1999-2005) from Yildiz Technical University Undergraduate degree (1992-1996) from Yildiz Technical University's Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Prof. ALARÇİN's research focuses on ship control systems, marine automation, and environmental impact of shipping. His work integrates advanced control methodologies with marine engineering applications, particularly in roll stabilization, shaft vibration control, and emission reduction. He has pioneered applications of fuzzy logic and other advanced control techniques in marine environments, addressing critical challenges in ship safety and efficiency. His publication record shows a strong trend toward addressing environmental concerns in maritime operations, particularly ship emissions and ballast water treatment. He has also maintained a consistent focus on ship motion control and vibration analysis, applying sophisticated control methodologies including fuzzy logic, backstepping control, and LMI-based approaches to solve complex marine engineering problems. Prof. ALARÇİN has supervised 16 theses on diverse topics including ship emission analysis and vibration control systems. His academic leadership extends to serving as Head of Department for multiple terms and as a Faculty Board Member.

• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Electrical Machines
• +3 more

Tomasz Lerch serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Power Electronics and Automation of Energy Conversion Systems at AGH University of Science and Technology's Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Automatics, Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering in Kraków. He actively participates in the Discipline Council for Automation, Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Space Technologies. His research spans power electronics, renewable energy integration, and electrical machine design with emphasis on grid stability and power quality. Key interests include grid-tied converter systems, islanding detection methods for distributed generation, permanent magnet motor optimization (particularly transverse flux and cogging machines), and power quality analysis in modern LED lighting and photovoltaic installations. His methodological approach frequently combines electromagnetic modeling with experimental validation. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on renewable energy grid integration challenges. Dominant themes include rapid voltage fluctuation compensation using hardware-in-the-loop techniques, hybrid islanding detection combining phasor measurement units with artificial intelligence, and thermal/power density optimization in novel motor designs. His work demonstrates strong industry relevance through experimental validation of control algorithms for grid-connected systems.

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Computer Science
• Robotics
• +4 more

Jaroslav Klapalek is a PreDoc Researcher in the Cyber-Physical Systems department at Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien). His work focuses on formal verification of distributed timed-automata, resilient control mechanisms, and timing anomalies in automotive architectures. He is affiliated with the Embedded Systems Group (E191-01) and has contributed to research on machine learning for industrial predictive maintenance, consensus algorithms, and energy-efficient scheduling. Research Trends: Recent publications highlight expertise in formal verification of real-time constraints, security analysis in industrial CPS, and timing predictability under clock drift and network delays. Key methods include model checking, hybrid system modeling, and safety-critical protocol validation. Scientific Awards:

• Edge AI
• Electronic Design Automation
• Federated Learning
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Valentino Peluso is a Fixed-Term Assistant Professor at the Department of Control and Computer Engineering (DAUIN) of Politecnico di Torino. His research focuses on Edge AI , Electronic Design Automation , Federated Learning , and Low-Power Design , with applications in distributed systems and cyber-physical technologies. Associate Editor at IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II (2025-) Organizer of workshops on smart grids and IoT at IEEE conferences Recipient of Politecnico di Torino's RIMINI SCHOOL 2025 badge for research funding participation His recent work explores homomorphic encryption for secure federated learning, DVFS side-channel attacks in edge inference, and energy-efficient pipeline optimization for embedded systems. Publications span IEEE Transactions, ICECS, ICCD, and VLSI-SoC conferences. Scientific Awards & Roles: RIMINI SCHOOL 2025 Certification Learning to Teach (L2T) badge Editorial contributions to IEEE journals Chair and co-chair roles in hardware/software co-design sessions He contributes to teaching in High-Level Synthesis , Machine Learning for IoT , and Efficient AI Computing at both PhD and MSc levels.