Zoe Jeffrey

Dr. Zoe Jeffrey serves as a full-time principal lecturer in the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire, where she also acts as Athena Swan Champion for Engineering and Computer Science departments. She holds visiting lecturer appointments at Changzhou Institute of Technology (China) and serves as a Degree Accreditor for the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Her academic qualifications include:

• BEng in Electronics and Computer Engineering (University of Surrey, 2006)
• MSc in Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics Devices (University of Surrey, 2007)
• PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (University of Hertfordshire, 2013)

Her research specializes in real-time signal processing algorithms for object detection, System-on-Chip (SoC) implementations using ARM/DSP/FPGA platforms, and intelligent transportation systems. Recent work integrates machine learning with embedded systems for biosample management and security applications, demonstrating strong industry collaboration through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships.

Publication trends reveal consistent focus on image processing optimization, hardware acceleration for real-time applications, and security-oriented AI solutions, with increasing industrial impact since 2019 particularly in barcode scanning and threat prediction domains.

Key recognitions include:

• 2023 Business Impact Award (University of Hertfordshire Vice-Chancellor's Award)
• EPSRC-funded PhD Scholarship (2008-2012)
• EPSRC-funded MSc Scholarship (2006-2007)
• Chartered Engineer status
• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Dr. Jeffrey leads significant research projects including the Portable Real-Time 2D Barcode Scanner (2020-2023) and IEEE ICCST 2021, securing funding from EPSRC, Horizon 2020, and industry partners like Ziath Ltd. Her teaching innovation award (2019-2020) enhanced student employability through industrial partnerships, while her IET liaison role supports professional development for 200+ students annually.

As core faculty in the Networks and Security Research Centre, she directs the Knowledge Transfer Partnership with Ziath that embedded AI into biosample management systems, expanding the company's market reach. Her leadership in the OCTAVE Horizon 2020 project further demonstrates cross-institutional collaboration in security technology development.