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Francesco Greco is a Research Fellow and Ph.D. student at the University of Bari Aldo Moro's Computer Science Department, actively contributing to the Interaction, Visualization, Usability & UX (IVU) Laboratory under Prof. Maria Francesca Costabile. He completed a visiting research position at King's College London's Cybersecurity (CYS) group from October 2023 to March 2024 under Prof. Luca Viganò's supervision.
His academic qualifications include:
- Master's degree in Computer Science (2022, University of Bari, full marks with honors)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Digital Communication (2020, University of Bari - Taranto, full marks with honors)
Greco's research centers on Human-Computer Interaction and Usable Security, with specialized expertise in End-User Development, Internet of Things security, Computer Vision, and eXplainable AI for cybersecurity. His work develops human-centered security tools that translate technical findings into actionable user protections, particularly through phishing detection systems that generate intuitive explanations.
Analysis of his 15 recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a cohesive research trajectory focused on XAI-driven security interventions. Key themes include timing optimization for phishing warnings, human factors in cybersecurity incidents, and LLM-based educational tools. His work consistently bridges theoretical HCI principles with practical security applications, as demonstrated by tools like APOLLO for phishing email analysis.
Greco actively collaborates within the IVU Lab ecosystem and maintains international partnerships, including his recent work at King's College London. His research output demonstrates significant contributions to usable security frameworks and cybersecurity education methodologies.
