Ad Hoc File Systems Professors and Supervisors

Eustrat Zhupaمشاهده پروفایل

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University of RochesterUnited States

Eustrat Zhupa is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Rochester. He teaches courses such as Introduction to Web Development (CSC170), Introduction to Databases (CSC261/461), and Design and Analysis of Efficient Algorithms (CSC282/482). His teaching spans topics in web development, database systems, algorithms, cryptography, and computational theory. Department: Department of Computer Science University: University of Rochester Research interests include cryptography (focusing on hash functions, symmetric ciphers, and multivariate maps), database systems, algorithms, error-correcting codes, and ubiquitous computing. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in security, mobile systems, and distributed networks. Recent publications explore expander graphs in hash functions, superelliptic curves in cryptography, and sensor networks for environmental monitoring. His articles reflect a focus on cryptographic algorithms, database implementation, and mobile computing. Notable themes include the application of graph theory to security protocols and the development of efficient database systems. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Advising roles or student mentorship details are not listed here. Eustrat’s contributions extend to course design and instruction, emphasizing hands-on projects in databases and algorithmic problem-solving. He has also engaged with ubiquitous computing through filesystem innovations and Bluetooth network management in mobile environments.

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Abraham Mattaمشاهده پروفایل

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Boston UniversityUnited States

Abraham Matta is a Professor of Computer Science at Boston University, where he previously served as Chair of the Department (2018-2024). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Maryland, College Park (1995). His research focuses on network protocols, architectures, and performance evaluation across domains like wireless, cloud, and distributed systems. He leads the DASNet and NRG research groups at BU and currently serves as a Program Director at the National Science Foundation (on temporary leave from BU). Key achievements include the NSF CAREER Award (1997), multiple best-paper awards (2008, 2010, 2021), and awards for contributions to the GENI and FABRIC testbeds (2018, 2023). He has authored over 150 peer-reviewed papers and actively contributes to academic leadership roles, including committee chairs for major conferences (e.g., IEEE International Conference on Network Protocols, 2005). He is affiliated with the Hariri Institute for Computing Systems Engineering and the Center for Reliable Information Systems and Cyber Security (RISCS). His work emphasizes innovative solutions in network design, energy-efficient systems, and experimental testbeds.

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Kathleen Fisherمشاهده پروفایل

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InriaFrance

Kathleen Fisher is a Professor in the Computer Science Department at Tufts University. Previously, she held positions as a Principal Member of the Technical Staff at AT&T Labs Research, a Consulting Faculty Member at Stanford University, and a program manager at DARPA where she started and managed the HACMS and PPAML programs. Professor Fisher's research focuses on advancing programming language theory and practice, with particular emphasis on domain-specific languages for managing ad hoc data. Her main contributions include the Hancock system for efficiently building signatures from massive transaction streams and the PADS system for managing ad hoc data. Recently, she has been exploring synergies between machine learning and programming languages, and applying programming language advances to build more secure systems. The Fisher Lab specifically focuses on using programming language techniques such as domain-specific languages, program synthesis, and formal methods to make it easier, safer, and faster to ingest untrusted or ill-formed data. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on formal verification, parser technology, bidirectional transformations, and domain-specific language design. Her work spans theoretical foundations while maintaining practical applications in data management and security. A notable trend in her research is the application of programming language techniques to solve real-world data challenges, particularly in handling unstructured or ill-formed data. Her scientific recognition includes: ACM Fellow Professor Fisher has held significant leadership roles in the programming languages community, including serving as program chair for FOOL, ICFP, CUFP, and OOPSLA, and as General Chair for ICFP 2015. She was past Chair of the ACM Special Interest Group in Programming Languages (SIGPLAN), past Co-Chair of CRA's Committee on the Status of Women (CRA-W), and has served as an editor for the Journal of Functional Programming and as an Associate Editor for TOPLAS. She has also been active in mentoring through PLMW (Programming Languages Mentoring Workshop), focusing on topics like work/life balance, career options, and time management. Her laboratory work centers on creating tools and techniques that bridge the gap between theoretical programming language research and practical data management challenges, with particular emphasis on making data ingestion safer and more efficient.

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Salil Kanhereمشاهده پروفایل

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University of New South WalesAustralia

Professor Salil Kanhere is a faculty member at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), holding the position of Professor in the School of Computer Science and Engineering. He specializes in Cyber-Physical Systems, IoT, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Machine Learning. He received his MS and PhD from Drexel University, USA, and has held visiting positions at institutions like TU Darmstadt and I2R Singapore. His research focuses on secure IoT architectures, blockchain applications in cyber-physical systems, and adversarial machine learning. He is affiliated with UNSW's Institute of Cybersecurity (IFCYBER) and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Ad Hoc Networks Journal . He has authored over 270 conference papers, 160 journal articles, and a seminal book on Blockchain for Cyberphysical Systems . Notable awards include the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award (2020) and Humboldt Research Fellowship (2014). He is a Senior Member of IEEE/ACM and has led organizing committees for major conferences like IEEE PerCom and IPSN.

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Mohammad Almalagمشاهده پروفایل

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Christopher Newport UniversityUnited States

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.

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Weikuan Yuمشاهده پروفایل

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Florida State UniversityUnited States

Prof. Weikuan Yu is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Florida State University. His research focuses on computer architecture, high-performance computing (HPC), cloud computing, parallel file systems, and deep learning applications. He holds the role of Chair and can be contacted via yuw@cs.fsu.edu or (850) 644-5442. His expertise includes optimizing storage systems and I/O behaviors in scientific workflows, developing scalable distributed systems, and applying machine learning to improve computational efficiency. Notable projects include work on burst buffer systems (e.g., BurstFS, TRIO), persistent memory management (PHAST), and distributed deep learning frameworks (e.g., compression techniques for time-evolutionary data). Recent research trends emphasize enhancing HPC storage efficiency through novel file systems and I/O emulation, as well as leveraging machine learning for fault tolerance and configuration tuning. His work bridges hardware-software co-design to address challenges in exascale computing and big data analytics. Prof. Yu has contributed to multiple open-source projects and frameworks, including OpenSHMEM-based key-value stores and MapReduce optimizations. His publications highlight advancements in parallel processing, distributed algorithms, and energy-efficient memory architectures.

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Ramalingam Sridharمشاهده پروفایل

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State University of New York at BuffaloUnited States

Ramalingam Sridhar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University at Buffalo, part of the State University of New York. He holds a PhD in Computer Engineering from Washington State University. His research focuses on VLSI systems, embedded technologies, computer architecture, and wireless networks security. He leads the High Performance VLSI Systems and Architecture Laboratory, emphasizing energy-efficient designs and hardware security. Affiliations: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Adjunct role in Electrical Engineering. Educations: PhD (Computer Engineering, Washington State University, 1987). Research interests include low-power VLSI circuits, secure embedded systems, wireless security protocols, and energy-aware mobile systems. His work bridges cross-layer design challenges in networks and hardware reliability. He has contributed to over 100 publications, including key advancements in register file design, secure RFID systems, and intrusion detection. Recipient of the IEEE CAS Society Distinguished Lecturer (2003-2004) and Best Poster Award (2005). Advised numerous PhD and MS students in areas like network-on-chips and security. Collaborates with industry partners like IBM and NASA on projects involving FPGA architectures and space communication security.

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Ruhai Wangمشاهده پروفایل

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Lamar UniversityUnited States

Dr. Ruhai Wang is a Professor in the Phillip M. Drayer Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lamar University. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical/Computer Engineering from New Mexico State University and leads research in space communication networks. His office is located in the Cherry Building (Rm. 2205), and he can be contacted at rwang@lamar.edu or (409) 880-1829. Research Focus: Dr. Wang specializes in Delay-/Disruption-Tolerant Networks (DTN), satellite/space communications, cybersecurity, and wireless ad hoc networks. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical implementations for space Internet systems, with ongoing projects focused on DTN protocol development for NASA collaborations. Publication Trends: His 15 most recent publications (2016-2020) primarily analyze protocol optimization for space communications, with emphases on Licklider Transmission Protocol (LTP), Bundle Protocol efficiency, deep-space channel modeling, and integrated terrestrial-satellite networks. Key themes include disruption resilience, transmission timing optimization, and network scalability under asymmetric conditions. Awards and Honors: Distinguished Lecturer, IEEE AESS (2025) Teaching Board Member, Ph.D. Program in STIET, University of Genova (2018-Present) Best Associate Editor, IEEE Aerospace & Electronics Systems Magazine (2015) Lamar University Presidential Faculty Fellowship (2015) IEEE ComSoc Best Tutorial Paper Nominee (2009) University Merit Award (2007) Advising and Projects: Currently mentoring doctoral candidates Alaa Sabbagh and Hacer Varol, and MSEE students Qinglin Xie and Arkun Zhuang. His primary project involves developing DTN protocols for space networks through a NASA/JPL-collaborated testbed. Grant-supported research focuses on reliable data delivery in deep-space environments. Professional Service: Senior IEEE member (AESS, ComSoc), Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems and IEEE Aerospace & Electronics Systems Magazine. Former TPC co-chair for IEEE ICC and organizer of international workshops on satellite communications.

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