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Prof. Wenny Rahayu is the current Dean of the School of Computing, Engineering & Mathematical Sciences (SCEMS) at La Trobe University, Australia. Previously, she held leadership roles including Head of the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology (2012–2014) and Head of School for Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (2015–2021). Her research focuses on data engineering, cybersecurity, IoT systems, and predictive analytics, with over 300 publications and 7,500+ citations. She has led major grants from the Australian Research Council (ARC), industry partners like Airservices Australia, and international collaborations. Prof. Rahayu has supervised 30 PhD students, now working globally in academia and industry. Her work spans IoT security frameworks, privacy preservation, and smart manufacturing solutions.
Research Highlights:
- Data Integration & Optimization
- Cybersecurity for IoT and Cloud Environments
- Predictive Maintenance in Industry 4.0
- Privacy-Preserving Technologies
- Adaptive Learning Systems
Grants & Collaborations:
- ARC Industry Linkages and International Grants (Open Geospatial Consortium, Japan JSPS)
- Industry Partners: IPL, CSIRO, Army Research
- Victorian Government Technology Innovation Programs
Awards & Roles:
Appointed as Lead Assessor for New Zealand MBIE Endeavour Fund (2019–present). Recognized for contributions to data science and interdisciplinary research.
Labs & Teams:
Leads cross-disciplinary teams in SCEMS focusing on IoT, cybersecurity, and smart systems. Collaborates with global partners on industrial and health-related projects.


