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Chengyi QuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Edge/Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity
• Unmanned Aerial Systems
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Dr. Chengyi Qu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing & Software Engineering at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), affiliated with the U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering. He joined FGCU in Fall 2023 after completing his Ph.D. in Computer Science at the University of Missouri - Columbia (2023) and a Bachelor's in Software Engineering from Northeastern University (China, 2016). Prior to FGCU, he worked as a research assistant at Argonne National Lab and the Department of Energy. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Missouri - Columbia, 2023 Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Northeastern University, China, 2016 Research Interests: Dr. Qu focuses on Edge/Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Computer Networking, Machine Learning, and Advanced Cyberinfrastructure. His work emphasizes practical applications such as disaster response systems, drone swarm coordination, and secure video analytics. He has developed platforms like FlyNet and Dronenet-sim to support edge-to-core computing workflows for UAV applications. Grants & Advising: No specific grants or student advisees are listed in available records. His research contributions are highlighted through collaborations with institutions like Argonne National Lab and AERPAW testbed initiatives. Labs & Teams: His research involves platforms like FlyNet (for drone-edge-cloud collaboration) and Dronenet-sim (a simulation framework for UAS networks). These tools address challenges in autonomous systems, environmental routing, and secure data transmission.

Lorenzo BraccialeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Security & Privacy
• Distributed Systems
• eHealth
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Lorenzo Bracciale is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronic Engineering at the University of Rome "Tor Vergata". His academic journey began with a BSc in Telecommunication Engineering (2003), followed by an MEng (2006) and PhD (2010), all from the same institution. He has held significant research positions including Visiting Scholar at MIT's RLE (2011) and Trinity College Dublin (2015), and served as Unit Technical Coordinator for the H2020 EU project BPR4GDPR. PhD in Telecommunication Engineering and Microelectronics (2010) MEng in Telecommunication Engineering (2006) BSc in Telecommunication Engineering (2003) Bracciale's research spans security & privacy, distributed systems, and eHealth, with notable applications in wildlife conservation and medical technology. His work combines cryptographic techniques with machine learning to address challenges in digital health, IoT security, and blockchain applications. A distinctive aspect of his career is the Galápagos Pink Iguana conservation project, where he developed embedded systems for monitoring critically endangered species in remote environments. His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on practical applications of theoretical concepts, with recent work emphasizing medical device security, blockchain privacy solutions, and IoT systems for both healthcare and wildlife conservation. The pattern shows increasing integration of machine learning with traditional security approaches, particularly in healthcare contexts. Bracciale actively contributes to the startup ecosystem through ventures like Sharigo (smart mobility solutions) and Anyway (medical practice management software). His speaking engagements cover critical topics at the intersection of AI, telemedicine, and digital healthcare infrastructure, reflecting his commitment to translating research into real-world impact. His laboratory work centers around developing secure, efficient systems for data collection and processing in constrained environments, with applications ranging from satellite communications to wildlife monitoring. Current projects include advanced cyber ranges for satellite security training and innovative approaches to medical data privacy.

• Network Security
• Cloud Computing
• Internet of Things
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Olivier Festor is a Researcher at INRIA (French National Institute for Research in Digital Science and Technology), specializing in network security, cloud computing, and IoT. His work focuses on developing scalable solutions for modern network challenges, including in-network computation, cloud service security, and anomaly detection. Research Interests: Dr. Festor investigates vulnerabilities in distributed systems, designs protocols for efficient data processing (e.g., stateful in-network computation), and pioneers frameworks for IoT threat emulation. His recent work emphasizes cloud gaming optimization, automated security for service migrations, and darknet-based threat intelligence. Publication Trends: Over 200 publications (1993–2024) reflect a shift toward cloud/IoT security and programmable networks. Recent articles prioritize machine learning for traffic classification, TOSCA-based cloud orchestration, and P4-enabled data planes, highlighting applied research with industry relevance.

C. (Chrysa) PapagianniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Network Softwarization
• Software-Defined Networking
• Network Slicing
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Dr. C. (Chrysa) Papagianni is an Assistant Professor at the Informatics Institute within the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Amsterdam . She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens and has held academic and research positions at institutions including the University of Maryland, Hellenic Open University, and Nokia Bell Labs (Belgium). Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2009) M.Sc., Information Systems (2017-2019), Hellenic Open University Her research focuses on network softwarization , SDN , network slicing , and AI/ML-driven network intelligence for next-generation networks. Recent work explores machine learning for resource allocation , programmable data planes , and intent-based networking . Her publications span journals like IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management and conferences including IEEE ICC and IEEE CoNEXT . Key projects include NSF FABRIC , H2020 FED4FIRE+ , and 5Growth platform development. She contributes to technical standards in edge computing and cloud-native networks via 5GPPP white papers.

Panagiotis PapadimitriouView profile

Associate Professor

• Software-Defined Networking
• Network Function Virtualization
• Cloud Networking
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Panagiotis Papadimitriou serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Informatics, University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki, where he leads the NetCloud research group. Previously, he held positions as Assistant Professor at Leibniz University Hanover's Institute of Communications Technology and as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at Lancaster University (UK) and Telecom SudParis (France), with additional research experience at the University of Cambridge. His research spans Internet architectures and technologies with emphasis on Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), Internet-of-Things (IoT), and Edge Computing. His work includes ML-assisted NFV orchestration (SFC-graph embedding, transformation, and multi-domain partitioning), network slicing orchestration, programmable dataplanes with P4, deterministic networks, datacenter network fabrics, and edge computing. Notable research outcomes include distributed network processing architectures (MIDAS, DistNSE), multi-provider service mapping mechanisms (Nestor), open-source NFV orchestration platforms (TeNOR), and orchestration platforms for cross-slice communication (MESON). His recent publications show a strong focus on In-Band Network Telemetry, Service Function Chain optimization, Time-Sensitive Networking implementations, and cross-slice communication systems, demonstrating his leadership in network virtualization and edge computing research areas. His work consistently addresses practical implementation challenges while advancing theoretical foundations in network management. Scientific Recognition: Senior Member of IEEE Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management Counselor of the IEEE Student Branch at University of Macedonia As Principal Investigator of the Horizon Europe NEPHELE project and previous EU-funded projects (NECOS, T-NOVA, CONFINE), he has secured over 1M euro in research funding. He actively contributes to the academic community through conference organization roles including IEEE ICC NGNI 2025, IEEE ICIN 2024, and IFIP/IEEE CNSM 2022 as General Co-Chair. The NetCloud research group he leads maintains a dedicated edge computing facility used for both research and teaching, and is known for its commitment to open-source software and community service through academic network resources. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Democritus University of Thrace (2008), an M.Sc. in Information Technology from University of Nottingham (2001), and a B.Sc. in Computer Science from University of Crete (2000).