Kelvin Yong Sheng Chek

Kelvin Yong Sheng Chek serves as a Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus within the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Science. Previously, he held lecturing positions at Curtin University and conducted postdoctoral research at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak on information security projects.

His research spans two distinct phases: early work on quantum cascade laser physics (2013-2016) and current cybersecurity focus (2018-present). Key interests include:

• Machine learning approaches for phishing detection
• QR code security vulnerabilities
• Website favicon-based authentication systems
• Information security threat modeling
• Quantum cascade laser modulation characteristics

Recent publications demonstrate strong output in cybersecurity journals including Information Sciences and Expert Systems with Applications, with research evolving from theoretical laser physics to practical security solutions. His work shows consistent collaboration with Malaysian research institutions and international conference participation.

Professional affiliations include:

• Graduate member, Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
• Graduate member, Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT)
• Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
• Member, The Institution of Engineers Australia (IEAust)
• Associate Fellow, Advance HE (HEA)

Dr. Chek actively supervises research students with emphasis on practical security tool development. He welcomes PhD/Master's candidates in cybersecurity fields and maintains connections with industry through Swinburne Innovation Malaysia. His laboratory resources include university computing infrastructure and network security testing environments.