John Elliott

Dr. John Elliott is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Computer Science, University of St Andrews, and Coordinator of the SETI Post Detection Hub. His work bridges disciplines such as computational linguistics, signal processing, and global impact strategies for extraterrestrial signal decipherment. Since the 1990s, he has contributed to the International Academy of Astronautics' SETI Permanent Committee, co-founding the UK SETI Research Network in 2012. His research also addresses cybercrime and terrorism through automated systems for criminal activity detection, collaborating with UK police and MI5. Awards include recognition by Arthur C. Clarke and NASA's Technosignatures Report.

Research interests span SETI post-detection protocols, multidisciplinary communication models, and societal impact strategies. Notable projects include the 2019 Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition on signal analytics and the development of an International Post Detection Hub. His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing cross-border collaboration and ethical frameworks for extraterrestrial contact.

• Awards: Arthur C. Clarke Commendation (2002), NASA Technosignatures Report Recognition (2018)
• Funded Projects: Cybercrime evidence analysis (UK police), MI5 collaboration on behavioral modeling
• Labs/Teams: SETI Post Detection Hub, UK SETI Research Network