Chadi El Kari

Chadi El Kari serves as a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of the Pacific's School of Engineering and Computer Science. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in distributed computing environments, with particular emphasis on cloud infrastructure optimization and security-critical systems.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Computer Science and Engineering from University of Connecticut (2011)
• MS in Computer Science and Engineering from University of Connecticut (2005)
• BE in Computer Engineering from Universite Saint Joseph (2002)

Research spans distributed systems (data migration algorithms, task scheduling), cloud computing (resource allocation frameworks like A2Cloud), cybersecurity (human factors, sensor network security), and human-computer interaction (athletic training applications). Recent work demonstrates evolving focus toward diversity in security education and automated visualization of software ecosystems.

Publication analysis (2016-2025) reveals three dominant trajectories: 1) Cloud resource optimization using machine learning (A2Cloud-RF), 2) Security-aware data management in heterogeneous storage, and 3) Human-centric cybersecurity education initiatives. These intersect at the critical challenge of balancing performance, security, and accessibility in distributed environments.

No scientific awards were documented in the source materials.

While teaching responsibilities cover core theoretical areas (Theory of Computation, Cryptography), no student advising details or research grant information appears in the provided documentation. His Chamber 126 office serves as the operational hub for ongoing research activities at the Stockton campus.