معرفی
Peter Mayer is an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Denmark's Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. His research focuses on end-user viable security and privacy solutions, emphasizing usability for diverse audiences, including laypersons, administrators, and developers. He coordinates the Human and Societal Factors research group within the Helmholtz Association's Engineering Secure Systems initiative at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where he is a KASTEL Fellow.
Research Areas:
- User-Centred Security
- Email and Password Security
- Security Awareness and Training
- Cybersecurity in SMEs
- Phishing Detection and Prevention
Key Projects:
- Cybersecurity and Business Continuity in Danish SMEs (Industriensfond-funded)
- INSPECTION: Website Hacks in Fake Shops
- Mapping the Cybersecurity Landscape in Danish SMEs
His work bridges technical security mechanisms with human-centric design, addressing challenges like phishing mitigation, password manager adoption, and cross-cultural privacy awareness. He collaborates internationally and publishes extensively in top venues like CHI and CCS.
