Georgios Kavallieratos is a Researcher at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at NTNU. His work focuses on cybersecurity challenges in maritime systems, cyber-physical systems, and critical infrastructure. He is affiliated with the Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience research group. Key research areas include maritime cybersecurity, attack path analysis, risk assessment for cyber-physical systems, and safety-critical system protections. He has co-authored over 30 publications since 2019, addressing topics like cybersecurity in autonomous ships, satellite systems, smart homes, and dairy farming automation. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary solutions combining technical defenses with human factors and regulatory compliance. Recent publications highlight trends in maritime cybersecurity trends, cyber risk propagation in complex systems, and threat modeling for emerging technologies. He collaborates frequently with Sokratis Katsikas and other experts in the field. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical case studies (e.g., supply chain tracking systems, MilliAmpere2 autonomous ship). Labs/Teams: Active in the Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience group at NTNU, contributing to projects like CRASH (Cyber Risk Assessment For Ships) and SafeSec Tropos requirements engineering frameworks.
Mary Ann Lundteigen is a Professor in instrumentation systems and safety at NTNU’s Department of Engineering Cybernetics, part of the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. She holds an MSc (1993) and PhD (2009) in Engineering Cybernetics from NTNU, with 15+ years of industry experience across Phillips Petroleum, Nidar AS, DNV, and SINTEF. She has led major research initiatives including SFI SUBPRO (2014–2023) and SFI Autoship (2019–2022), focusing on subsea production, autonomous ships, and cybersecurity for safety-critical systems. Her research emphasizes functional safety of industrial control systems, cybersecurity compliance with standards like IEC 62443, and the integration of AI in safety-critical environments. She leads projects such as APOS 2.0 (digital lifecycle management) and CyberBarrier Management, while supervising multiple PhD students and postdocs. Lundteigen co-authored over 100 publications and received the ExxonMobil Doctoral Prize (2009) for her thesis on SIS reliability. Professional roles include: Co-director of SFI SUBPRO Director of SFI Autoship’s initial phase Adjunct Professor at NTNU (2013) Member of IEC 61511 maintenance team and PDS forum organizing committee Current research focuses on: Cybersecurity threats to SIS AI applications in safety systems Digital twins for safety demonstration Industry 4.0 frameworks like OPC UA Her work bridges academia and industry, with active projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council and industrial partners like Equinor and DNV.
Nils Kalstad serves as Associate Professor in Information Security at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology (IIK) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and has been Director of NTNU Community Safety since January 2024. Previously, he directed NTNU's Center for Cyber and Information Security (2017-2023) and led the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology (2017-2023). His academic career began at Gjøvik University College where he served as Doctoral Fellow (2003-2008), Head of the Center for Cyber and Information Security (2014-2015), and Dean of the Department of Informatics and Media Technology (2014-2015). Kalstad earned a civil engineering degree from NTNU's Department of Mathematical Sciences followed by a PhD in information security from the University of Oslo. His doctoral dissertation 'Interdependencies in Critical Infrastructures: A Qualitative Approach to Model Physical, Logical, and Geographical Interdependencies' established his research foundation. He has maintained continuous academic appointment at NTNU since August 2008. His research focuses on cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection, and community safety, with particular emphasis on modeling interdependencies between physical, logical, and geographical aspects of critical systems. Kalstad's work bridges theoretical security models with practical applications in emergency preparedness, examining vulnerabilities in communication networks, developing anomaly detection frameworks for control systems, and analyzing security policies. His competence areas include emergency preparedness, civil security, cybersecurity, information security, communication technology, and community safety. Analysis of Kalstad's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from technical security mechanisms toward broader societal security frameworks. His early work focused on critical infrastructure interdependencies and SCADA systems security, while more recent publications address national security strategies and energy security. The pattern shows increasing emphasis on human factors in cyber defense and comprehensive community safety approaches. His research maintains strong connections between theoretical modeling and practical implementation needs. Kalstad serves on multiple national security advisory bodies including the National Reference Group for Civil Security (Research Council) since July 2024, the National Cyber Security Center Reference Group since February 2020, and the Forum for National ICT Security since April 2018. His leadership extends to various boards including NORSAR (since May 2019), the Norwegian Center for Information Security (NorSIS) (2017-2024), and Skeikampen skiarena AS (since October 2014). He has also contributed to NTNU's internal governance through committee service on equality and diversity, honorary doctorates, and academic integration.
Thomas Erich Zinner is Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), a position held since August 2019. Previously, he served as visiting professor and head of the FG INET research group at TU Berlin, and led the 'Next Generation Networks' research group at the University of Würzburg's Communication Networks chair. His educational background includes a diploma (2006) and Ph.D. (2012), both from the University of Würzburg. His research spans network architecture performance evaluation with emphasis on SDN/NFV and QoE-centric management approaches for emerging networks. Zinner's recent publications reveal strong trends toward intelligent 6G architectures integrating AI in the user plane, QoE-aware 5G resource allocation, and autonomic management of softwarized networks. His work combines theoretical modeling, simulation frameworks like OMNeT++, and practical implementations focused on real-world applicability in beyond-5G systems. He leads the Networking Research Group at NTNU working on the TeraFlow project, developing secure cloud-native SDN controllers for autonomic traffic management at massive scale. This initiative addresses critical challenges in next-generation network infrastructure through innovative controller architectures and flow management techniques.
Olav Lysne serves as a Professor and Simula Fellow within the Simula Cyber Security Department at Simula Research Laboratory, an independent Norwegian ICT research institute. His work centers on the security of critical digital infrastructure, with active engagement in national cybersecurity policy formulation and public discourse through government briefings, academic collaborations, and media contributions. Professor Lysne's research spans cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection, 5G security, cyber warfare, and AI regulation. He investigates resilience mechanisms for digital communication systems, geopolitical dimensions of telecommunications, and regulatory frameworks governing emerging technologies. His focus includes pandemic-era digital contact tracing efficacy and military-cybersecurity intersections, emphasizing practical implementation of security principles in national infrastructure. Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals consistent emphasis on national cybersecurity strategy development, 5G geopolitical tensions, and AI's societal impacts. Key trends include translating technical security requirements into policy frameworks, assessing wartime cyber operations, and addressing regulatory complexity in critical infrastructure protection across telecommunications and defense sectors. Professor Lysne has supervised PhD candidate J. M. Evang, whose 2024 Oslo Metropolitan University thesis examined resilient networks for critical services. His advisory extends to government agencies including Norway's National Security Authority and Ministry of Justice, where he provides expertise on digital risk management and cyber warfare preparedness. As a core member of Simula Cyber Security, Lysne contributes to research teams focused on securing national digital infrastructure through collaborations with Norwegian government entities, defense organizations, and international academic partners.
Rolf Riisnæs serves as Researcher II at the Department of Private Law, Faculty of Law, University of Oslo since 2024 (20% position), while concurrently working as Of Counsel at Wikborg Rein Law Firm. His academic career is deeply intertwined with legal practice, specializing in digital law domains. His research focuses on Information and Transaction Security (e-ID/electronic signatures), Electronic Interaction/e-Government , IT Contracts and Procurement , and Data Protection . These interests stem from his dual expertise in law and technology, developed through decades of work at the intersection of legal practice and academic research. His work addresses critical gaps in digital governance, particularly regarding AI systems, wearable technology, and cross-border data flows. His recent publications (2017) in Computer Law & Security Review analyze GDPR implementation in Norway, advertising technologies, and AI regulation. These works reveal consistent themes: identifying regulatory shortcomings in emerging technologies and proposing solutions grounded in Norwegian and EU legal frameworks. His scholarship spans foundational PKI research (1990s-2000s) to contemporary AI governance challenges. Riisnæs holds a Dr. juris (2006) and Cand.jur. (1993) from the University of Oslo. His career demonstrates unusual integration of academic research with high-level legal practice: after 14 years as Partner/Senior Associate at Wikborg Rein (1994-2023), he transitioned to his current dual academic-legal role. His work with the Norwegian Research Center for Computers and Law (NRCCL) since 1990 provided the foundation for his expertise in digital law. He contributes to the Societal Security and Digital Identities (SODI) project, extending his research into national security implications of digital identity systems. His practical legal work at Wikborg Rein focuses on cyber security, GDPR compliance, AI regulation, and healthcare technology law, maintaining direct application of his academic research.
Dr. Ahmed Walid Amro is a Research Fellow at NTNU specializing in maritime cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection. His research develops risk assessment frameworks for autonomous ships and industrial control systems, utilizing MITRE ATT&CK frameworks for threat analysis. Projects include Autoferry (autonomous passenger ferries), CertifAI (AI-enhanced cybersecurity certification), and cPAID (cloud-based AI defense). Supervised 7+ master's theses on maritime cybersecurity and cyber range development. Developed testbeds for autonomous ship cybersecurity validation Pioneered navigation data anomaly detection methods
Arne Roar Nygård is a Researcher at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) . His work focuses on cybersecurity in critical infrastructure , particularly through hardware reverse engineering and digital supply chain security . He actively contributes to smart grid security , IT/OT convergence , and third-party risk management . Research interests include: Digital Supply Chain Security Hardware Reverse Engineering for Vulnerability Detection Smart Grid Cybersecurity IT/OT Integration in Critical Systems EU NIS2 Regulation Compliance Ethical Considerations in Cybersecurity Recent publications and presentations highlight trends in hardware security verification , threat modeling for critical infrastructure , and regulatory frameworks for cybersecurity. No scientific awards or student advising details were explicitly mentioned in the scraped data.
Vasileios Gkioulos is a Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on cybersecurity for critical infrastructures, particularly in maritime and energy systems, with significant contributions to digital twins, threat modeling, and security policy frameworks. His work includes developing cybersecurity training programs, analyzing maritime navigation system vulnerabilities, and integrating safety-security co-engineering methodologies. He leads the Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience group and has published extensively on topics like cyber-physical ranges, secure autonomous ship architectures, and wireless security testbeds. Recent articles explore digital twin applications for threat modeling, DevSecOps in critical infrastructure risk management, and modular maritime cybersecurity training. His research also addresses social robots in public spaces, emphasizing business-system-security interdependencies and privacy protection. Professor Gkioulos collaborates with institutions globally, co-authoring publications with researchers like Sokratis Katsikas, Habtamu Abie, and Sandeep Pirbhulal. His work spans journals such as International Journal of Information Security , Journal of Marine Science and Engineering , and Computers & Security , alongside conference proceedings and technical reports.
Petter Grytten Almklov is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Political Science at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of sociology, anthropology, and safety science with focus on organizational and work-related phenomena in contemporary society. He holds a civil engineering degree in geosciences and a doctorate in social anthropology, providing dual technical and social science foundations for his work. Research Focus: His scholarship centers on six interconnected domains presented through structured exploration: Safety, community security, and risk management systems Technology-mediated work in high-reliability contexts Societal digitalization and big data governance Epistemological processes of measurement and standardization Public sector governance and cross-organizational collaboration Healthcare systems and child welfare practices Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals consistent methodological commitment to qualitative, practice-oriented approaches examining how representation and standardization processes manifest in concrete organizational settings. His work demonstrates particular attention to safety science applications across maritime, security, and public sector contexts while addressing fragmentation challenges in modern work structures. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. While extensive collaborative research is evident, specific details regarding student advising, grant funding mechanisms, laboratory facilities, or dedicated research teams were not included in the available information.
Ane Eriksen is an Associate Professor at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology and the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management. Her research focuses on large carnivore ecology, predator-prey dynamics, and wildlife conservation in boreal ecosystems. Key research interests include wolf behavior, moose population dynamics, and the impacts of human activities on wildlife. She leads projects like CarniForeGraze and Elg i Endring , exploring grazing practices in carnivore habitats and moose migration patterns. Collaborations involve SKANDULV (Scandinavian Wolf Research) and GRENSEVILT (cross-border wildlife management). Her work integrates GPS tracking, accelerometer data, and ecological modeling to address conservation challenges. Recent studies investigate wind power development impacts on wolves, drone-based wildlife monitoring, and carnivore guild behavior around hunter-provided food sources. Publications span topics like wolf territory density effects on moose quotas, predator-prey interactions in boreal forests, and endangered species conservation strategies. Eriksen's interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, technology, and policy to advance sustainable wildlife management.
Younes Zahraoui is a Research Fellow at the Department of Engineering Cybernetics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His work focuses on enhancing power systems and microgrid resilience through advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and predictive control. Zahraoui's research addresses critical challenges in renewable energy integration, energy storage optimization, and smart grid infrastructure. Key research interests include AI-driven solutions for power system stability, fault detection, and grid resilience. His publications emphasize practical applications such as peer-to-peer energy trading frameworks, voltage inverter efficiency improvements, and explainable deep learning models for photovoltaic system reliability assessment. Zahraoui collaborates with international teams on projects involving multi-microgrid market participation and multi-energy community management. His recent work (2024-2025) demonstrates a focus on both theoretical advancements (e.g., mutated predictive control algorithms) and applied solutions (e.g., degradation cost modeling in energy storage systems). Zahraoui's contributions span academic journals like Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews , Sustainability , and IEEE Access , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to energy systems research.
Geir Olav Dyrkolbotn is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the Center for Cyber and Information Security (CCIS). He leads the NTNU Malware Lab and the Cyber Defence research group. His expertise bridges academic research with military experience from over 25 years in the Norwegian Armed Forces. PhD in Information Security from Gjøvik University College MSc in Computer Science from Norwegian Institute of Technology (NTH) His research focuses on cyber defense , reverse engineering , and malware analysis , with significant work in side-channel attacks and machine learning . He has contributed to hardware security, IoT vulnerabilities, and digital forensics through publications spanning 2006–2024. Recent publications highlight trends in malware detection via low-level features , hardware reverse engineering , and IoT security , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to cyber threats. Collaborative works with institutions like IEEE and Springer demonstrate his industry and academic impact. Geir supervises PhD student Sergii Banin , leads critical research labs, and contributes to education through courses like Reverse Engineering and Malware Analysis. His work emphasizes practical applications in military and civilian cyber infrastructure defense.
Filip Holik is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He works remotely at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, and is actively involved in cybersecurity research for critical infrastructure. Key research areas: eBPF-based programmable data planes, Smart Grid security, Digital Substations, Software-Defined Networking. Major projects: Multidisciplinary Research group on Privacy and data protection (MR PET) , ECoDiS - Engineering and Condition monitoring in Digital Substations , InterSecure - Security of supply in smartgrids . Publications focus on eBPF security frameworks, digital substation threat modeling, and smart grid cybersecurity. His work addresses security of supply in interconnected digital systems and develops adaptive learning mechanisms for attack detection. Technical contributions include developing simulation models for Digital Substations, serving as a Smart Grid Simulation Model developer , and Digital Security instructor for industrial network training programs.
Shao-Fang Wen serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology within the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her academic role centers on advancing cybersecurity research and education with a focus on critical infrastructure protection. Her research interests include Artificial Intelligence security, Knowledge Management, Secure Software Development, Semantic Web Technology, Ontology, Socio-Technical Systems, and System Security Assurance. She is actively involved with the Norwegian Center for Cybersecurity in Critical Sectors, focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of security in critical infrastructure through ontological modeling and quantitative evaluation frameworks. Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on quantitative security assurance frameworks, ontological modeling, and the integration of AI in security systems. Her work consistently addresses contextualizing security knowledge for developers and systems, evolving from open source community studies to advanced AI security frameworks with increasing technical sophistication. No scientific awards are mentioned in the available information. Details regarding student advising and research grants are not provided in the source material, though her extensive publication record indicates active research supervision and project leadership. Dr. Wen is affiliated with the Norwegian Center for Cybersecurity in Critical Sectors, a key research entity at NTNU dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity resilience in critical national infrastructure through interdisciplinary collaboration and practical security solutions.
