Farooq Azam is a Distinguished Professor of Microbial Oceanography at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego. He has held this position since 1996, following roles as Professor-in-Residence and Research Biologist at the same institution. His research focuses on marine microbial ecology, coral reef microbiology, microbial biogeochemistry, and the ocean carbon cycle. Azam earned his Ph.D. in microbiology from the Czechoslovak Academy of Science, Prague, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Stony Brook University. Affiliations: Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UCSD Key Roles: Long-term leadership in microbial oceanography research Research Interests: His work explores how marine microbes influence biogeochemical cycles, coral health, and organic matter dynamics. He has pioneered studies on microbial regulation of the ocean carbon cycle and the ecological roles of marine phages. Awards: Includes election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2015), Tiedje Award (2004), and recognition as an ISI Highly Cited Researcher (2002). He holds an honorary doctorate from Linnaeus University (2004).
Inga Kristina Trauthig is a dual-affiliation academic serving as a Research Professor at Florida International University’s Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy and a Visiting Fellow at King’s College London’s Institute of Middle Eastern Studies (IMES). She holds a PhD in War Studies from King’s College London, focusing on Libya, and an MLitt in Middle East Security from the University of St Andrews. Her research spans terrorism, disinformation, emerging technologies, and Middle Eastern political dynamics, with particular expertise in Salafism and security sector analysis. She has authored over 80 peer-reviewed publications and policy-focused articles, including work in Conflict, Security & Development and Political Research Quarterly . Her consulting work addresses causes of war and insecurity for UN bodies, governments, NGOs, and private firms. She has provided oral evidence to the UK Parliament and appeared on platforms like BBC’s Digital Human and Lawfare Blog . Trauthig convenes King’s MENA Research Group within IMES and has held student representation roles across faculty levels. Her research highlights include analyzing generative AI’s political risks, disinformation strategies in MENA, and the role of messaging apps in authoritarian governance.
Felipe Thomaz is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and Deputy Director of the Oxford Future of Marketing Initiative. He holds a PhD in Marketing from the University of Pittsburgh and previously taught at the University of South Carolina. His research focuses on marketing strategy, AI ethics, illicit markets, and ESG integration, with notable contributions to frameworks like Ad Net Zero for net-zero advertising emissions. He collaborates with UN agencies, NGOs, and tech companies to address global sustainability goals and wildlife trafficking networks. Education: PhD in Marketing (University of Pittsburgh), MSc in Marketing & Finance (University of Pittsburgh), BSc in Animal Sciences (University of Florida). Research interests include digital marketing channels, brand performance via social networks, AI-driven marketing strategies, and conservation science linked to wildlife trade. His work bridges academia and industry, resulting in spinouts and IP transfers from Saïd Business School. Key projects include: Ad Net Zero: Global standard for reducing advertising emissions UN collaboration on wildlife trafficking through dark web analysis UNESCO partnerships on eliminating stereotypes in advertising His interdisciplinary approach spans marketing, mathematics, and conservation science, with publications in top journals like Journal of Marketing and Conservation Science and Practice .
Dr. Asier Moneva is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR) and The Hague University of Applied Sciences , specializing in cybercrime , environmental criminology , and situational crime prevention . His work focuses on offender decision-making in cyberspace, cybercrime victimization patterns, and the application of data science to crime analysis. Education : PhD in Criminology (2020), Master in Crime Analysis and Prevention (cum laude, 2017) from Miguel Hernández University. Current Role : Analyzing cybercrime patterns through environmental criminology frameworks and data science methodologies. Moneva's research examines longitudinal offending patterns in cybercrime, particularly through analyses of web defacement archives ( Zone-H data) and hacker behavior. His studies reveal extreme concentration of cybercrime among chronic offenders, with 2.9% of hackers responsible for 68.5% of defacements. He also investigates repeat victimization dynamics in digital environments and the effectiveness of warning banners as deterrents. Recent publications focus on ransomware payment decisions by SMEs, stolen data markets on Telegram, and the intersection of familial relationships with cybercrime involvement. His work combines quasi-experimental designs , crime scripting , and conjunctive analysis to develop prevention strategies.
Paul Carini is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Science at the University of Arizona. His research focuses on microbial genomics, environmental microbiology, and microbial diversity in extreme environments. He is affiliated with the School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences through a joint Micro Graduate Program. His work emphasizes genomic sequencing of understudied microbes, particularly those from arid soils and subseafloor sediments. He explores microbial adaptation strategies to nutrient-poor and extreme conditions, including anaerobic respiration and toxic gas utilization. Recent studies highlight culturomics advancements, such as high-throughput cultivation and predictive modeling of microbial growth. Key contributions include genome-based taxonomic frameworks for uncultivated archaea and bacteria, and insights into microbial roles in climate change mitigation. His research bridges traditional cultivation methods with modern genomic tools, addressing challenges in capturing Earth's microbial biodiversity.
Vincent Roca is a permanent researcher at Inria , a French national research institute for digital science and technology. Since 2019, he leads the Privatics research team focusing on privacy, previously part of the Planete team (2000-2012) for Internet protocols and applications. His work spans Privacy in smartphones, IoT, and web browsers Design of the ROBERT and CLEA protocols for the French TousAntiCovid app Standardization in IETF working groups, notably on FEC and network coding Co-author of Inria's cybersecurity white book (2019) Instructor of the popular Privacy in the digital world MOOC (14,006 participants) Research Interests include privacy risks in digital technologies, robust content distribution via FLUTE/ALC transport protocols and LDPC-Staircase FEC codes, and network coding for scalable services. His articles focus on privacy in LoRaWAN, contact tracing protocols, GDPR compliance, and FEC optimization. Scientific Awards include the Third Applied Research Price from FIEEC (2014) Knight Medal of the French Order of Merit (2020) Students supervised include PhD candidates in privacy-preserving IoT, secure authentication, and alumni like Samuel Pelissier (LoRaWAN privacy) and Michael Toth (GDPR compliance). Software Contributions include openfec.org (AL-FEC codes) and FLUTE/ALC implementations .
Alberto Monge Roffarello is an Assistant Professor (RTDb) at the Department of Control and Computer Engineering (DAUIN), Politecnico di Torino, where he is a member of the e-Lite Research Group. He teaches courses including Human-AI Interaction, Digital Wellbeing, and Web Applications across multiple degree programs such as Computer Science and Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Film and Media Engineering. His research centers on Human-Computer Interaction, with a strong focus on Digital Wellbeing and End-User Development in the Internet of Things . He investigates how users can personalize smart environments through trigger-action programming and how design patterns in digital interfaces—such as Infinite Scroll and Never-Ending Autoplay—exploit psychological vulnerabilities to capture attention. His work aims to empower users with tools for self-control, meaningful interaction, and habit mitigation. The recent publications highlight a consistent trajectory in digital self-control tools , attention-aware design , and semantic recommendation systems for IoT. His research bridges theoretical analysis with practical tools, including conversational agents (HeyTAP), debugging platforms (EUDebug, My IoT Puzzle), and ontologies (EUPont) to lower the barrier for non-technical users. Scientific contributions include: Systematic review of digital self-control tools (TOCHI 2022) Typology of Attention-Capture Damaging Patterns (CHI 2023) Design frameworks for meaningful interactions (AVI 2022) Behavioral interventions for smartphone habits (TiiS 2021) He actively supervises PhD students—Francesca Russo, Robert Everett Schwartz, and Luca Scibetta—on topics ranging from AI for education to digital wellbeing in high-schools. His work is supported by competitive research projects such as EMPATHY - Empathetic Mobility Platform . He has contributed to multiple national and international collaborations, notably with Santa Clara University (USA). Alberto leads and participates in research initiatives within the e-Lite - Intelligent and Interactive Systems group, focusing on intelligent interfaces, user empowerment, and ethical design. His lab develops tools that translate high-level user intentions into executable IoT rules, promote digital literacy, and support conscious technology use.
Magdalena Żemojtel-Piotrowska is a Professor at the Faculty of Christian Philosophy of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University. Her research focuses on cross-cultural psychology, political self-enhancement (particularly narcissism and entitlement), subjective well-being, and beliefs about the social world. She has contributed extensively to understanding the psychological mechanisms underlying cultural differences, pandemic-related behaviors, and the interplay between personality traits and societal attitudes. Her work integrates quantitative methodologies with cross-cultural perspectives, analyzing constructs such as the Dark Triad, collective narcissism, and spiritual transcendence. Key areas include measurement invariance of psychological scales across cultures, the role of entitlement in interpersonal dynamics, and the psychological impacts of global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Publications highlight themes such as narcissism’s relationship with war attitudes, psychedelic use, and pandemic stress responses. She collaborates internationally, evidenced by her 59 publications and h-index scores of 17 (Scopus) and 19 (Web of Science). Her research emphasizes validating psychological theories across diverse populations while addressing contemporary societal challenges. Dr. Żemojtel-Piotrowska maintains an active academic presence through her institutional homepage and ORCID profile, emphasizing accessible communication via email. Her contributions bridge theoretical psychology with applied research, offering insights into how cultural, personality, and value systems shape human behavior globally.
Brian Nussbaum is an Assistant Professor in the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC) at the University at Albany. He is concurrently a Fellow of the Cybersecurity Initiative at New America and an Affiliate Scholar at Stanford Law School's Center for Internet and Society (CIS). Previously, he served as a Senior Intelligence Analyst at the New York State Office of Counter Terrorism (OCT), where he established the Cyber Analysis Unit (CAU) at the New York State Intelligence Center (NYSIC). Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, University at Albany, 2009 M.A. in Political Science, University at Albany, 2007 B.A. in Political Science, Binghamton University, 2002 Nussbaum's research examines cybersecurity governance with emphasis on state/local capabilities, critical infrastructure protection, and intelligence communication. His core interests include: Policy frameworks for municipal cybersecurity resilience Threat assessment methodologies for emerging technologies Cross-jurisdictional information sharing architectures Operational challenges in smart city security His recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate multidisciplinary analysis of cyber-physical threats, with recurring themes in: Critical infrastructure vulnerability and crisis management Evolution of financial cybercrime and regulatory responses Attribution challenges in cyber incidents Intersections of disinformation, surveillance, and democratic processes Nussbaum contributes to field-building through affiliations with New America and Stanford CIS, extending his impact beyond academia into national policy discourse. His prior operational experience at NYSIC informs applied research on public-sector cybersecurity capacity.
Professor Cindy Cho is a Lecturer at Indiana University Maurer School of Law, joining the faculty in 2023. She previously served as a federal prosecutor for over a decade, including roles at the U.S. Department of Justice, Southern District of Indiana, and District of Columbia, where she focused on criminal law, regulatory enforcement, and high-profile cases like the January 6 Capitol siege. Education: JD (2008), Indiana University Maurer School of Law BS (2004), Cornell University Cindy Cho’s research centers on criminal law, procedure, and prosecutorial discretion, with a growing emphasis on climate-related legal accountability. Her recent publications explore intersections between environmental regulation and criminal liability, including innovative approaches to prosecutorial strategies. Scientific Awards: Indiana University Trustees’ Teaching Award (2025) Black Law Students Association's Alumni Public Interest Award (2025) DEA National Award for Innovative Investigation Efforts (dark web drug trafficking prosecution) FDA Special Achievement Award (pharmaceutical fraud prosecution) HHS Inspector General’s Award for Excellence in Fighting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (nursing home kickbacks prosecution)
Achim Goerres is Professor of Empirical Political Science at the University of Duisburg-Essen, where he is affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and Institute of Political Science. He is also a member of the Priority Research Area 'Transformation of Contemporary Societies' (which he chaired from 2014-2018) and the Interdisciplinary Centre for Immigration and Integration Research. Since May 2021, he has been a founding board member of the German Centre of Social Policy Research based jointly in Duisburg and Bremen, and since September 2021, he has been part of the International Max Planck Research School on the Social and Political Constitution of the Economy. Goerres is a comparative political scientist and political sociologist working at the intersection of political behavior and welfare state research. His primary research interests include: Political Demography Political Integration of Immigrant-origin Citizens, particularly Electoral Behaviour Comparative Politics of Ageing Political Solidarities Survey Research Methodology His research focuses on how large-scale social changes manifest themselves in the politics of individuals, with particular emphasis on population ageing and immigrant political behavior. Empirically, he employs both qualitative and quantitative approaches with a strong focus on survey research, including the Immigrant German Election Study (IMGES) that he co-founded. Goerres has published over 150 scholarly works and secured significant research funding, most notably a prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant in 2019 for 'POLITSOLID – The Ties that Bind: Experimental Analyses of Political Solidarities in Modern Democracies.' His recent publications examine immigrant voting patterns, political solidarities across demographic groups, and the political consequences of demographic change. Among his scientific recognitions, the ERC Consolidator Grant stands out, identifying him as one of only eight political scientists in Germany to receive an ERC Starting, Consolidator, or Advanced Grant between 2007 and 2020. As an educator, Goerres teaches empirical methods for political science and supervises PhD students including Paul Vierus, Hayfat Hamidou-Schmidt, and Jonas Elis. He has also received grants for the Immigrant German Election Study I and II, and projects on societal risk perception. His work on political integration and electoral participation provides valuable insights for democracies navigating increasing electorate diversity.
Angelo Corallo is an Associate Professor at the Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Salento, specializing in technologies and methodologies for collaborative processes in industrial systems. His research spans Digital Business Ecosystems , Cybersecurity , and Collaborative Product Design , focusing on the interplay between technology and organizational dynamics. He leads interdisciplinary research divisions in Open Networked Business Management , Learning and Innovation , and Collaborative Product Design . Research Interests : Corallo's work integrates Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) with Business Management, particularly in Digital Twins for healthcare and manufacturing Knowledge Modeling and Ontology Engineering Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing Agri-Food Sustainability through digitalization Scientific Contributions : His recent articles explore trends in Cybersecurity for Industrial IoT Metaverse Applications in business models Traceability Systems in food supply chains Collagen-Based Biomaterials from aquaponics
Dr. Yi Ting Chua is a Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology, affiliated with the Cambridge Cybercrime Centre. She holds a PhD in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University (2019), with prior collaborative work under Dr. T. Holt and Dr. O. Smirnova. Current research bridges computer science, criminology, and gender studies in cybercrime contexts Key methodological approach: Social network analysis of online communities Her article trends ( 2013-2020 ) show interdisciplinary focus on: Cybercrime market economics (price analysis, revenue estimation) Radicalization dynamics in far-right forums Gender roles in online criminal subcultures Framework development for unintended cybersecurity consequences Notable scientific contributions include: 2020 Best Paper (STAST) for cybersecurity framework research 2019 Best Paper (APWG eCrime) for unintended harms analysis Active in stakeholder engagement projects related to: Intimate partner abuse victim support Far-right forum monitoring Cybercrime dataset standardization
Carmen Jordá Sanz is a Professor and Director of the Department of Criminology and Security at Universidad Camilo José Cela (UCJC) since 2020, where she has been teaching since 2017. She also serves as Head of the Intelligence and Foresight Office at Prosegur. A distinguished expert in her field, she was named one of Spain's 40 best foresight experts by Forbes magazine. Dr. Jordá holds a PhD in Law, Government, and Public Policy from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), where she also earned dual degrees in Law and Psychology. Her research focuses on the intersection of criminology, cybersecurity, and social sciences. Key areas include organized crime, business crimes, digital evidence, biometric systems, and the societal impact of technology. She has led significant research on gender-based violence indicators through animal abuse, facial recognition technology biases, and dark web investigations. Her work demonstrates how social sciences and humanities are crucial for addressing technological challenges, as she argues in her influential article 'Fuzzys vs. Techies?' Dr. Jordá's publication record shows consistent scholarly output across criminology, cybersecurity, and social sciences. Her recent work examines cutting-edge issues like algorithmic security for peacebuilding, connected vehicle cybersecurity, and wildlife trafficking networks. She has developed a distinctive approach that bridges technical security solutions with social science perspectives, emphasizing that 'technology made by and for humans needs precisely humanity' at its center. Listed among the 40 best foresight experts in Spain by Forbes CCS-S certification from Agencia de Certificaciones de Ciberseguridad Accredited as 'Profesora Contratada Doctora' through PEP by ANECA As an active media commentator, Dr. Jordá has contributed to major publications including El País, El Economista, Forbes Colombia, and The Objective. Her expertise spans both academic research and practical security applications, with significant work for the Civil Guard's Center for Analysis and Forecasting, European Commission research projects, and Red.es (Secretary of State for Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence). She has been instrumental in developing frameworks that integrate social science perspectives into technological security solutions, arguing that the best human firewall in cybersecurity is training and awareness developed with input from education and communication experts.
Johanna T. Gunawan is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Law at Maastricht University's Faculty of Law, affiliated with the Law and Tech Lab. Her research bridges human-computer interaction, design, and legal frameworks to address dark patterns, privacy erosion, and consumer protection gaps in digital systems. PhD in Cybersecurity (2024), Northeastern University MS in Cybersecurity (2021), ALIGN Scholar BA in Political Science & International Affairs (2019), Northeastern University Gunawan's research focuses on manipulative interface designs, digital asymmetries, and legal responses to privacy harms. Her work has influenced policy discussions at the OECD, UK Competition and Markets Authority, and US Federal Trade Commission. Industry experience includes cybersecurity roles at Akamai Technologies, Rapid7 LLC, Vimeo Inc., and Common Sense Media. Recent scientific contributions span dark pattern regulation under the EU Digital Services Act, privacy risks in gig economy platforms, and deceptive practices in voice/Social Robot interfaces. She co-leads the CHI 2025 special interest group on transdisciplinary dark pattern research.
