Mohammad Almalag

Mohammad S. Almalag is an Associate Professor at the School of Engineering and Computing at Christopher Newport University. He joined the university in 2018, bringing expertise in Computer Networks, Mobile Ad-hoc Networks, and Cybersecurity. His academic journey includes a PhD in Computer Science from Old Dominion University, MS in Computer Science from Ball State University, and BS in Computer Science from King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• Research Focus: Network Security, IoT, Vehicular Networks, Cloud Computing

Research Interests

Professor Almalag's research spans Mobile Ad-hoc Networks, Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks, and Network Security. He explores Sensor Networks, Wireless Communications, and IoT applications in Cloud Computing and Smart University environments. His work addresses Cybersecurity challenges in Higher Education and develops innovative frameworks for Augmented Reality interfaces.

Publication Trends

His publications from 2020-2022 emphasize IoT, Cloud Computing, and Network Security using optimization algorithms and smart systems. Earlier works (2013-2016) focus on Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks (VANETs), protocol design, and Cyber-Physical Systems for traffic management.

Grants and Research

He leads research projects like "Navigating Cybersecurity Compliance Challenges for the Maritime Industry in Southeast Virginia", sponsored by COVA CCI. This project highlights his commitment to addressing real-world Cybersecurity and Compliance issues.