Tiago Prince Sales

Tiago Prince Sales is an Assistant Professor in the field of Semantics, Cybersecurity & Services, actively contributing to foundational research in conceptual modeling, ontology, and information systems. His work bridges formal methods with practical applications in digital platforms, cybersecurity, and knowledge representation.

• Assistant Professor, Semantics, Cybersecurity & Services
• Active in international research communities (FOIS, ER, BPMDS, RCIS)
• Key focus: Ontology, Domain Modeling, Interoperability, Digital Platforms
• Recognized with multiple best paper awards

His research centers on the development and application of formal conceptual models using frameworks such as OntoUML and the Unified Foundational Ontology (UFO). He investigates how domain models can enhance system design, improve interoperability, and support risk analysis in complex information systems. His work often integrates empirical insights with theoretical rigor, aiming to address real-world challenges in modeling.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward ontological engineering in cybersecurity (e.g., phishing attack modeling), digital platform taxonomy, and FAIR data planning. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on creating reusable, semantically rich models that support both human understanding and machine processing across domains. The integration of modeling with data science and security indicates a forward-looking research agenda.

• Best paper award at FOIS 2023
• Best paper award at ER 2022
• EMMSAD 2025 Best paper award

Tiago Prince Sales actively mentors and collaborates with researchers, though no formal students are listed. He has secured recognition through competitive awards and leads significant research outputs, including datasets and open models. His involvement in organizing top-tier conferences such as FOIS 2024 reflects leadership in the academic community. While specific grants are not listed, his productivity suggests external funding support.

He contributes to open science through Zenodo-hosted datasets like the OntoUML Vocabulary and GO-Plan method, and participates in collaborative teams focused on knowledge graphs, FAIRification, and model-driven engineering. His role in organizing the FOIS 2024 conference underscores his integration within leading research networks in formal ontology and conceptual modeling.