معرفی
Hani Ragab Hassen is an Associate Professor leading the Cybersecurity with AI Research Group at the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences, Heriot-Watt University. He specializes in cybersecurity, particularly in applying machine learning and NLP to address challenges such as malware analysis, intrusion detection, and access control systems. His roles include Associate Director of PGR Studies, Academic Integrity Officer, and former leadership in Learning & Teaching and Research programs.
Research interests focus on cybersecurity fundamentals, including deep learning for malware detection, NLP-driven vulnerability assessment, and P2P systems. He has supervised numerous PhD students, currently advising three candidates on airport cybersecurity, NLP-based vulnerability detection, and network intrusion systems. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and infrastructure security.
Publications span malware detection frameworks (e.g., ActDroid, Droiddissector), network security tools (NTFA), and machine learning optimization (D2TS). He has developed datasets like SI22 for DDoS analysis and contributed to open-source tools. His research emphasizes practical applications of AI in securing networks and cloud environments.
Notable contributions include advancing Android malware detection via control flow graphs and text analysis, and pioneering cloud security protocols like Stick for social platforms. His interdisciplinary work bridges cybersecurity with machine learning and data science, addressing real-world threats through innovative solutions.
