Professor Siân Bayne is a leading academic in digital education at the University of Edinburgh , where she serves as Assistant Principal for Education Futures and directs the Centre for Research in Digital Education . Her work bridges critical theory and practical innovation in higher education. Interdisciplinary research on digital education and futures studies Leadership in the Edinburgh Futures Institute and Moray House School of Education and Sport Global impact through UNESCO collaborations and UKRI GCRF projects Bayne’s research explores higher education futures , utopian theory , and digital enhancement , with a focus on: AI’s role in teaching and learning Ethical implications of educational technologies Anonymous social media in academic spaces Speculative scenarios for educational systems Global South digital education models Augmented reality applications in assessment Her 15 most recent publications span 2017-2025 , covering critical perspectives on: Generative AI and educational innovation Utopian design in universities Data governance in learning analytics Augmented reality pedagogy Digital cultural heritage Scientific recognition includes: IASH Sabbatical Fellowship (2023) Bayne leads Higher Education Futures initiatives and partners with institutions worldwide, including: UNESCO Global Education and Technology Report World Bank collaborations European university leadership programs She also drives major research centers like: Centre for Research in Digital Education UKRI GCRF Urban Disaster Risk Hub
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George Danezis is a Professor of Security and Privacy Engineering at University College London (UCL), affiliated with the Information Security Group. He is also a faculty fellow at the Turing Institute and has held part-time roles since 2018 to focus on commercialization. His research spans systems security, privacy, anonymous communications, and blockchain technologies. Danezis co-founded Chainspace (acquired by Facebook in 2019) and Mysten Labs, where he serves as Chief Scientist. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2004) and has held positions at Microsoft Research, K.U.Leuven, and the University of Cambridge. Education: PhD (Computer Laboratory, University of Cambridge, 2004), B.A. (Hons) in Computer Science (Queens' College, Cambridge, 2000). Research interests include blockchain consensus, decentralized systems, privacy-preserving technologies, and machine learning applications in security. He has advised numerous doctoral students and led projects funded by EU Horizon 2020, EPSRC, and industry partnerships. His work emphasizes practical solutions for privacy, such as Loopix (anonymity system), Narwhal/Tusk (blockchain consensus), and Coconut (privacy credentials). Danezis has received awards for best papers (PET 2002/2018), is a Fellow of the British Computing Society, and advises organizations like Privacy International and DeepMind. Publications focus on blockchain, anonymity, and privacy, with over 100 peer-reviewed papers. Grants include leadership in projects like DECODE (EU), PANORAMIX, and Glass Houses. Teaching includes courses on computer security and privacy technologies at UCL.
- Systems Security
- Privacy
- Anonymous Communications
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Fabian Broekerمشاهده پروفایل
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Fabian Broeker is an ESRC Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Media and Communications at LSE. His research focuses on technology's role in everyday life, particularly examining social media, dating apps, and their intersections with intimacy, identity, and urban environments. He holds a PhD from King’s College London (2021) and an MSc in Digital Anthropology from UCL. Broeker’s monograph, Love and Technology (Routledge, 2023), details his Berlin-based ethnography of dating app users. Broeker is an Associate Member of the Digital Anthropology Lab at the University of Tübingen. His work merges academic research with filmmaking, having collaborated with institutions like the BFI and British Independent Film Awards. He also consults for tech firms like Google on digital media topics. His research interests include digital ethnography, platform studies, and the spatial dynamics of dating apps. Recent publications analyze dating app rituals, location-porting in tourism, and the evolving digital dynamics of intimacy. Broeker’s work often bridges anthropology, sociology, and urban studies to explore how digital technologies shape contemporary social practices.
- Digital Ethnography
- Social Media
- Platforms
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Brigitte Stegerمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Brigitte Steger is a Senior Lecturer in Modern Japanese Studies at the University of Cambridge, where she serves as a Fellow in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at Downing College. She teaches modern Japanese society courses and directs graduate affairs while serving as Secretary of the Degree Committee. MA, MPhil, PhD in Japanese Studies (University of Vienna) Visiting researcher at multiple Japanese universities Co-founder of Cambridge Creative Circular Plastics Centre sub-project Her research focuses on cultural anthropology of Japanese daily life, particularly sleep practices (inemuri), gender dynamics in urban spaces, disaster response rituals, and cleanliness/waste practices. She conceptualizes sleep as socio-cultural performance and examines temporal practices in premodern Japan. Recent publications analyze Heian-era sleep patterns, 2011 tsunami shelter hygiene, and plastic consumption in consumer societies. She leads international research on historical timekeeping and contemporary waste practices. Her edited volumes explore Japanese gender diversity, including 'herbivore boys' and manga girl culture. Scientific awards: Bank Austria Prize (2002) Vorarlberg Science Award (2005) University of Cambridge weekly research contributor She supervises graduate research projects and serves on the European Association for Japanese Studies and Japan Anthropology Workshop councils. Her 2025-26 sabbatical focuses on completing Heian-period sleep research.
Ysabel Gerrardمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr Ysabel Gerrard is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Media and Society at the School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations, University of Sheffield. Her work bridges digital sociology, gender studies, and platform governance, with a focus on youth experiences, content moderation, and ethical research practices. Education: BA (Hons), MA, PhD (University of Leeds) Research interests include: Young people’s social media experiences and content policies Digital identities, particularly gendered representations Feminist interventions in content moderation and algorithmic governance Ethical challenges in social media research Recent research examines the societal impact of social media design, reflected in her forthcoming book The Platform Generation and collaborations on Instagram’s mental health moderation, anonymous apps, and feminist critiques of platform labor. She contributes to policy debates via roles like Facebook’s Suicide and Self-Injury Advisory Board and ECREA leadership. Grants include: £39,985.50 for 'Creator labour: screen production cultures and transmedia intersectionality in Yorkshire' (2021-2022) £2,627 for 'Risky-by-design: making the digital world safer for children' (2021) £6,998 for 'Secrets on social media: anonymous apps and youth perspectives' (2019-2022) Teaching modules: Digital Identities, Introduction to Digital Methods. She supervises BA, MA, and PhD students working on topics like online dating, gaming toxicity, and influencer culture. Contact: Email: y.gerrard@sheffield.ac.uk Office: The Wave, 2 Whitham Road, Sheffield S10 2AH
Alastair Beresford is Professor of Computer Security and Head of the Department of Computer Science and Technology (The Computer Laboratory) at the University of Cambridge. He is also the Robin Walker Fellow in Computer Science at Queens' College, Cambridge. His leadership spans both academic administration and research innovation within one of the world's leading computer science departments. Professor Beresford's research focuses on the security and privacy of large-scale distributed computer systems, with particular emphasis on networked mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. His work examines both device-level security and the privacy implications of interactions between mobile devices and cloud-based services. His methodological approach combines critical evaluation of existing products, development of novel prototype technologies, and empirical measurement of human behavior in security contexts. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on confidentiality computing, anonymity networks, mobile security, and secure group communication. Notable projects include Pudding (private user discovery in anonymity networks), CoverDrop (secure whistleblower-journalist communication), and research on the practical viability of anonymity networks on smartphones. His work consistently bridges theoretical security concepts with practical implementations that have led to real-world security improvements in iOS, Android, and OpenSSH. Scientific Awards: Andreas Pfitzmann Best Student Paper Award (PETS 2022) for work on secure initial contact between whistleblowers and journalists Professor Beresford leads several major collaborative research initiatives including the Centre for Mobile, Wearable Systems and Augmented Intelligence (co-directed with Prof Cecilia Mascolo), the Cambridge Cybercrime Centre, and the Raspberry Pi Computing Education Research Centre. He also serves as technical director for the Isaac Learning Platform, which has supported over 500,000 users making more than 120 million question attempts since 2015. His research has practical impact, with findings leading to security fixes in major commercial products including iOS 12.2 (CVE-2019-8541), watchOS 5.2, Android 11, and OpenSSH 9.8 (CVE-2024-39894).
- Computer Security
- Privacy
- Mobile Systems
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Mihaela van der Schaar is the John Humphrey Plummer Professor of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Medicine at the University of Cambridge, leading the van der Schaar Lab. She holds dual affiliations with the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) and the Centre for Mathematical Imaging in Healthcare. Her research focuses on healthcare AI, machine learning, and operations research. She has authored over 250 journal articles and 275 conference papers, with notable contributions to synthetic data for privacy, causal inference, and clinical decision-making. Her work has led to 35 U.S. patents, including foundational innovations in streaming video compression (MPEG-4 standards). Awards include the Oon Prize (2018), IEEE Fellow (2009), and recognition as the UK's most-cited female AI researcher (2019). Leadership roles include Director of the Cambridge Centre for AI in Medicine and Co-Director of the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems. She has mentored global academic leaders and pioneered initiatives like the Inspiration Exchange for early-career researchers. Key projects include predictive models for hospital resource allocation during pandemics and AI tools for personalized medicine. Publications span machine learning theory, healthcare applications, and interdisciplinary fields like network science. Her lab's impact includes tools like AutoPrognosis (automated ML for clinical prediction) and SynthCity (synthetic healthcare data generation).
Professor Alisdair Gillespie is a faculty member at Lancaster University in the School of Law . His primary academic role is as a Professor , and he also serves as the University Academic Dean . Cybercrime Child Sexual Exploitation Legal Systems and Evidence Covert Surveillance Sexual Offences Professor Gillespie’s research focuses on cybercrime , particularly child sexual exploitation , including child pornography , grooming , and solicitation . His work extends to covert surveillance and legal systems , emphasizing evidence law and criminal justice . He has acted as an expert advisor to the UN, Council of Europe, EU , and UK government bodies , influencing policy on child protection and cybercrime . Projects like Designing a Model of Restorative Justice for Victims of Online Child Abusive Images (2021–2023) and Tackling Child Sexual Exploitation (2013) highlight his practical engagement. His PhD supervision interests cover Criminal Law, Sexual Offences, Covert Policing , and Criminal Justice (including Evidence ). Contact details include email : a.gillespie@lancaster.ac.uk and office : D23, D - Floor, University House .
Mustafa A. Mustafaمشاهده پروفایل
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Mustafa A. Mustafa is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in the Department of Computer Science at The University of Manchester, where he leads the Trusted Digital Systems Cluster as part of the university-wide Centre for Digital Trust and Society. His academic journey spans prestigious institutions including The University of Manchester, where he completed his PhD, and KU Leuven in Belgium, where he served as a post-doctoral research fellow. Dr. Mustafa earned his educational qualifications through an impressive academic path: a B.Sc. in communications from the Technical University of Varna, Bulgaria (2007), an M.Sc. in communications and signal processing from Newcastle University, UK (2010), and a Ph.D. in computer science from The University of Manchester, UK (2015). His doctoral research focused on "Smart Grid Security: Protecting Users' Privacy in Smart Grid Applications," laying the foundation for his subsequent research career. Dr. Mustafa's research expertise centers on information security, data privacy, and applied cryptography with particular focus on smart grid systems, smart city applications, e-health, and IoT. His work addresses critical challenges in securing peer-to-peer electricity trading markets, smart metering infrastructure, electric vehicle charging systems, and health data management. He has developed innovative solutions for keyless car sharing systems, frictionless authentication mechanisms, and privacy-preserving protocols for data collection and distribution. His scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated privacy-preserving techniques applied across multiple domains. Recent work shows a growing integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches with traditional cryptographic methods, particularly in federated learning systems and large language model verification. His research bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementations in energy systems and healthcare applications. Dr. Mustafa's scientific achievements have been recognized with several prestigious awards: Winner of the Student Video Competition at IEEE SmartGridComm 2017 for "Secure and Privacy-friendly Local Electricity Trading" Best Paper Award at SECURWARE 2017 Distinguished Achievement Award as Postgraduate Research Student of the Year nominee by the School of Computer Science of The University of Manchester (2015) Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Research Fellowship (2018-2023) As an academic supervisor, Dr. Mustafa has mentored numerous graduate students through their PhD and Master's research, with a particular focus on privacy and security challenges in emerging technologies. His current supervision portfolio includes research on privacy-friendly multi-agent systems for smart grids, security for IoT in e-health, vulnerability detection in IoT cryptography, and bot detection systems. He has secured significant research funding through multiple competitive grants including EnnCore: End-to-End Conceptual Guarding of Neural Architectures (EPSRC, 2020-2024), SCorCH: Secure Code for Capability Hardware (EPSRC, 2019-2023), and SNIPPET: Secure and Privacy-friendly Peer-to-peer Electricity Trading (FWO-SBO project, 2019-2023). Dr. Mustafa leads the Trusted Digital Systems Cluster within the Centre for Digital Trust and Society at The University of Manchester. His research group comprises PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators working on cutting-edge security and privacy solutions. The team maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with KU Leuven in Belgium, and contributes to standards development as evidenced by Dr. Mustafa's role as an expert in the IEC/SYC/WG 3 "IEC Smart Energy Roadmap."
Dr. Martin Kleppmann is an Associate Professor at the University of Cambridge, specializing in local-first software and security protocols . He leads research in distributed systems, focusing on decentralized architectures, collaborative editing tools, and cryptographic methods. As a key contributor to the Automerge open-source project, he bridges academic innovation with real-world applications. Formerly a research fellow at TU Munich (2022–2023) and Cambridge (2015–2022), he has also worked as a software engineer and startup founder, including LinkedIn (acquired 2012). Research Interests span Distributed Systems Security , Conflict-Free Replicated Data Types (CRDTs) , Collaborative Software , and Cryptography . His work addresses challenges in decentralized social networks, privacy-preserving protocols, and efficient data synchronization. Recent projects include Kintsugi (end-to-end encrypted key recovery) and Pudding (private user discovery for anonymity networks). Publications emphasize Collaborative text editing (2025: Eg-walker, 2023: The Art of the Fugue) CRDTs for JSON and trees (2021, 2017) Privacy in decentralized systems (2024: Pudding, 2025: Emission Impossible) Scientific Awards include Gilles Muller Best Artifact Award (EuroSys 2025) Distinguished Paper & Artifact Awards (OOPSLA 2017) Best Presentation Awards (Security Protocols Workshop 2018, PaPoC 2025)
Joss Wrightمشاهده پروفایل
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Joss Wright is an Associate Professor and Senior Research Fellow at the Oxford Internet Institute , University of Oxford. He co-directs the Oxford EPSRC Cybersecurity Doctoral Training Centre and the Oxford Martin Programme on the Wildlife Trade, focusing on computational approaches to social science questions about information control and privacy. Education : PhD in Computer Science from the University of York (research on anonymous communication systems), postdoctoral work at the University of Siegen (cloud computing security). His research spans internet censorship , privacy-enhancing technologies , and cyber-enabled crime (notably the online illegal wildlife trade ). He bridges technical analyses of security systems with their social and political implications, advising the European Commission and UK Parliamentary Science Committee on digital policy. Recent work includes machine learning applications to detect patent filing trends related to wildlife trade and analyzing Chinese smart city surveillance for human rights risks. He has contributed to media outlets like the Guardian and New Scientist. Notable projects include the Oxford Martin Programme on Wildlife Trade and studies on discriminatory effects of internet filtering . He supervises students like William Lugoloobi (DPhil in Social Data Science) and former advisee Samantha Bradshaw (now Assistant Professor at American University).
Susan Scottمشاهده پروفایل
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Susan Scott is an Associate Professor in the Information Systems and Innovation Group at the Department of Management of The London School of Economics and Political Science. Her research focuses on the intersection of digital innovation and organizational change, particularly examining how information systems reshape work practices and risk management in financial services, travel, and publishing sectors. Education : PhD in Management Studies (University of Cambridge, 1993-1998), MSc in Analysis, Design and Management of Information Systems (LSE, 1991-1992), BA in History and Politics (SOAS, 1987-1990) Research Interests Digital Innovation Work Practices and Organizational Structuring Organizational Technologies Strategy, Structures, and Information Infrastructures Managing Change Materiality and Practice Research Her recent publications analyze the materiality of digital systems through case studies in book publishing and travel , while historical studies trace the evolution of financial infrastructure like SWIFT . She explores how metadata, software standards, and social media reshape organizational accountability and risk practices. Scientific Awards ICIS Best Paper in Field Award (2007) Nordic Exchange Scholarship (2000-2001) ESRC PhD Scholarship (1993-1996) Best Paper Nominations (Academy of Management, ECIS, ICIS) Selected for European Research Paper of the Year (2014, 2015) Grants and Professional Roles Recipient of grants from SWIFT , British Academy , and HEFCE . She has served on editorial boards of Information and Organization and Organization Science , and co-chaired conferences like IFIP 8.2 and ICIS .
Luca Follisمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr Luca Follis is an Associate Professor in Criminology within the Department of Sociology and Criminology at the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, University of Sussex. His interdisciplinary research explores the intersections of law, power, technology, and resistance, with a focus on penal systems, surveillance, and digital activism. His education includes a PhD in Sociology (with Honours) from the New School for Social Research, where his dissertation won the Albert Solomon Memorial Award. He also holds a B.A. in English Textual Studies from Syracuse University and a B.A. in Sociology and Mass Communication from the University of New Mexico. Political Sociology Criminology and Penal Governance Hacktivism and State Hacking Surveillance and Networked Technology Carceral Logistics and Prison (Im)mobilities Migration, Health Systems, and (Im)mobilities His recent publications reflect a strong trend in analyzing how digital technologies reshape state power and resistance, from state hacking and cyberwar to healthcare access during pandemics. He frequently collaborates with scholars like Anna Fish and engages in critical legal and historical analyses of punishment and control. Albert Solomon Memorial Award in Sociology, New School for Social Research Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Luca Follis advises students and contributes to academic discourse through editorial work, collaborative research, and public engagement. While specific grant details are not listed, his extensive publication record and interdisciplinary projects suggest active research funding. He is involved in critical studies of justice infrastructures, carceral systems, and digital governance. His work bridges historical and contemporary issues, from 19th-century penal governance to modern cyber conflicts, often situating technological change within broader political and cultural dynamics. He contributes to both academic and public understanding of power, resistance, and justice in digital and carceral contexts.
- Criminology
- Political Sociology
- Penal Systems
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Pradip Sharmaمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Pradip Sharma is an Associate Professor of Cybersecurity & AI at the University of Aberdeen, UK, within the School of Natural and Computing Sciences, Department of Computing Science. He is a globally recognized academic and researcher with expertise in Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Edge Computing. His research interests span multiple domains including Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Edge Computing, Software-defined Networking, and IoT Security. Dr. Sharma's work focuses on developing innovative solutions for security challenges in emerging technologies, with particular emphasis on privacy-aware AI systems, secure data sharing frameworks, and intelligent network security mechanisms. His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations across healthcare, smart mobility, and consumer electronics domains. Senior Fellowship Advance HE (SFHEA) IEEE Senior Member (SMIEEE) Dr. Sharma actively supervises doctoral researchers and is accepting new PhD students in Computing Science. His funded research portfolio exceeds £1M from sources including EPSRC, Innovate UK, and international agencies. Current projects include 'Secure, Privacy-aware, and Trusted Data Share in Smart Mobility' (EPSRC, £200K), 'ZECURE Data Exchange Platform' (Innovate UK, £236K), and 'Quantum-resistant Cybersecurity' (Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, £73K). He also serves as an editor for leading journals and is a regular keynote speaker at international conferences.
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence
- Blockchain
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Professor Jennifer Ingleheart is a Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University. Her research focuses on Latin poetry (particularly Ovid and Catullus), the reception of Roman culture, and the history of sexuality. She holds a D.Phil. from Oxford and has held previous roles in the U.S., University of Wales, and Oxford colleges. Her work explores how ancient Roman homosexuality influenced modern identity formation, evident in her monograph Masculine Plural: Queer Classics, Sex, and Education (2018). She has curated exhibitions on censored classics and organized major conferences on 'Romosexuality'. Her publications include commentaries on Ovid's Tristia , edited volumes on exile and reception, and essays on topics like Ovid's erotic poetry and queer classicism in education. She actively engages in public outreach, delivering talks on Ovid's Amores and the history of sexuality. Her research spans classical texts' translation history and their role in constructing modern LGBTQ+ identities. Professor Ingleheart has supervised students on Latin poetry and its reception, particularly in contexts of homosexuality. Her grants include British Academy funding for the 'Romosexuality' conference, and she has contributed to BBC documentaries and school-level classical education materials.