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Joseph M. Hatfieldمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cybersecurity
• Intelligence Analysis
• Cyber Warfare
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joseph M. Hatfield is an Assistant Professor in the Cyber Science Department at the United States Naval Academy. He transitioned to academia in 2024 after a 29-year military career in naval intelligence, including combat support roles in Iraq and Afghanistan, leadership at U.S. Africa Command, and department head positions in Sicily. His teaching focuses on cybersecurity fundamentals, human factors in cybersecurity, and cyber warfare. He has received multiple military honors including the Joint Service Achievement Medal and Defense Meritorious Service Medal. Research interests span intelligence analysis methodologies, cybersecurity ethics, and interdisciplinary educational approaches. His work bridges military strategy, ethical philosophy, and technical cybersecurity challenges. Notable contributions include frameworks for assessing insider threats and philosophical analyses of intelligence operations under different political systems. Publications highlight expertise in open-source intelligence limitations, social engineering tactics, and historical case studies of national security breaches. Current academic efforts emphasize preparing military personnel for evolving cyber threats through rigorous technical and ethical training.

Clemens Sauerweinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Information Security
• Cyber Threat Intelligence Sharing
• Information Security Risk Management
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Clemens Sauerwein is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Innsbruck , Austria. His academic work spans information security, cyber threat intelligence, and innovative approaches in software engineering education. Position: Assistant Professor Institution: University of Innsbruck Department: Department of Computer Science Office: ICT Building, Room 3S03 Contact: clemens.sauerwein@uibk.ac.at His research is centered on Information Security , particularly cyber threat intelligence sharing , risk management , and organizational security culture . He also investigates Information Systems topics like crowdsourcing and socio-technical systems , and contributes to Security & Software Engineering Education through e-learning , AI integration , and security awareness training . The recent publications reflect a strong trend in empirical studies on threat intelligence platforms, automated programming assessment systems , and AI applications in education . His work combines technical and organizational aspects, often involving global or regional surveys and framework development. Scientific Contributions: Active research in cybersecurity and software engineering education Published in top venues like HICSS, ARES, ICEIS, and CSEE&T Focus on actionable intelligence and educational innovation He actively supervises bachelor’s and master’s theses in computer science and information systems, and leads projects like CySeReS-KMU to support SMEs in cybersecurity. He is involved in developing scalable educational tools and frameworks for learning analytics and AI tutoring. Labs and Teams: While no specific lab name is mentioned, his work is closely tied to empirical research in security and software engineering education, likely within collaborative research groups at the University of Innsbruck.

Fiona Galbraithمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Intelligence Analysis
• Leadership in Intelligence Operations
• Security Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Fiona Galbraith is a Senior Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University (BNU), where she serves as the intelligence lead and course leader for several undergraduate programs, including BA (Hons) Strategic Organisational Management and BSc (Hons) Global Security with various specializations (Intelligence Analysis, Investigation, Aviation) offered in full-time, part-time, and online formats. She also leads a bespoke 'military course' for serving British Armed Forces personnel, helping them transition to impactful post-service careers by leveraging their leadership and management experience. Her academic background includes a BA (Hons) in Contemporary East European Studies from the School of Slavonic and East European Studies, University of London; an MA in Defence Studies from King’s College London; and an MSc in Land Management from the Royal Agricultural University. She has also completed the Joint Services Command and Staff Course, a key professional development program for senior British military leaders. Fiona's research and academic interests focus on competing political systems and the leadership of intelligence operations, particularly in commercial and business environments where intelligence is provided as a service. She is passionate about applying established analytical techniques to modern intelligence challenges characterized by data-swamping and the rise of open-source analysis. Her work emphasizes human-centric intelligence processing as a core capability for understanding complex global dynamics. Her recent scholarly focus suggests strong engagement with security, intelligence, and organizational leadership, though no specific publications are listed in the current profile. Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (FHEA) Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (FCMI) Chartered Manager (CMgr) Churchill Fellowship (2020) Fiona Galbraith is deeply committed to student-centered learning and academic innovation. She has led the development of new undergraduate programs at BNU and built a capable team of experts in intelligence education. While no formal advisees or grant funding are mentioned, her leadership in curriculum design—especially for military personnel—and her active research in intelligence applications indicate a strong advisory and mentoring role. She continues to bridge military and academic domains through her teaching and program leadership. She leads the intelligence processing capability at BNU, focusing on human intellect as the core of effective analysis. Her team supports both academic delivery and the development of intelligence skills in students across multiple security and management programs, particularly those tailored for current and future security professionals.

Trent M. Kaysمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Digital Rhetoric
• Propaganda Studies
• Misinformation and Disinformation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Trent M. Kays serves as Assistant Professor and Director of College Composition in the Department of English & World Languages at Augusta University's Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, specializing in multimodal writing, critical pedagogy, digital rhetoric, and Internet Studies. Education: Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 2020 M.A. in Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2010 B.A. in Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2008 His research examines digital rhetoric through critical analysis of propaganda, misinformation, and disinformation in online ecosystems, with emphasis on multimodal composition practices, ethical frameworks for digital communication, and community dynamics in virtual spaces. This work integrates rhetorical theory with contemporary internet culture to address real-world communication challenges. Dr. Kays chairs Augusta University's College Composition Committee while serving on Assessment and Program Review and Curriculum Committees. Professionally, he contributes to the Conference on College Composition and Communication through the Nominating Committee, Committee for Change, and Queer Caucus leadership. He founded The KERI Company (Kays Education, Research, and Investigations), providing science-based educational services, ethical applied research, and OSINT investigations for underserved small businesses under the motto "Dare to Know".

Taylor Fisherمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cybercrime
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Forensics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Taylor Fisher is a Faculty Research Associate at Michigan State University's School of Criminal Justice, specializing in cybercrime prevention through digital/network forensics and OSINT methodologies. Her research develops evidence-based solutions for organizational and individual cybersecurity vulnerabilities, with industry collaboration including LexisNexis' blue team for enhancing Microsoft Defender and Sentinel systems. Her educational background includes: PhD in Criminology from University of South Florida (2024) MS from University of Alabama (2018) BA from University of Alabama (2016) Dr. Fisher's research spans cybercrime training for law enforcement, hacker typologies, cyber hygiene, identity theft prevention, and simulated phishing/smishing attacks. She integrates computational statistics with criminological theory to address vulnerabilities in security systems and user behavior, focusing on practical applications for threat mitigation. Her industry partnerships demonstrate commitment to translating academic research into operational security frameworks. Her publication record (2022-2025) reveals evolving expertise from traditional criminology (intimate partner violence, burglary patterns) toward cutting-edge cyber domains including darknet markets, ransomware-as-a-service ecosystems, and victim notification protocols. This trajectory highlights interdisciplinary synthesis of criminological theory, cybersecurity practice, and victimology perspectives. No scientific awards were documented in available sources. Regarding advising and grants, her post-doctoral role shows no indication of student mentorship responsibilities, and research funding details remain unspecified. Her LexisNexis collaboration represents significant industry engagement for developing network forensic strategies applicable to overburdened security infrastructures.

Petra Saskia Bayerlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Societal implications of emerging technologies
• Security domain research
• EU-funded security projects
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Petra Saskia Bayerl serves as Co-Director of the Centre of Excellence on Public Safety Management (CESAM) and Associate Dean of Diversity at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (Netherlands). She holds a PhD from Delft University of Technology’s Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering and a Master’s in psychology, linguistics, and organizational dynamics from Germany and the USA. Education: PhD (Delft University of Technology), MA (Germany/USA) Leadership Roles: Co-Director of CESAM, Associate Dean of Diversity Her research focuses on societal implications of emerging security technologies , including AI accountability, smart city surveillance, and online radicalization. She has contributed to 15+ publications over the past decade, emphasizing EU-funded projects like AP4AI and cross-border policing collaboration. Recent articles explore citizen perspectives on AI in policing , ethical frameworks for smart cities, and dynamic models for community policing. Her work bridges technological design with social science, particularly in crisis management, privacy trade-offs, and behavioral modeling of radicalization. She actively participates in EU security initiatives as researcher and ethics committee member, with expertise in open-source intelligence, social media analysis, and policy design. Collaborations span institutions like Springer, IEEE, and CENTRIC.

James Staiteمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Security Technology
• Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
• Mobile Applications for Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Staite serves as a Research Fellow at CENTRIC, leveraging extensive expertise from his prior role as Director of a private SME in systems analysis, system design, and practical implementation. He actively contributes to European-funded projects and strategic collaborations with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and United Nations Department of Safety & Security (UNDSS), focusing on open-source intelligence solutions to identify and prevent emerging organized threats. His research centers on the development, application, and impact of mobile technologies for security, policing, and humanitarian operations. Staite specializes in innovative approaches for gathering and analyzing open-source intelligence, utilizing semantic web technologies for information fusion in terrorism-related content analysis and threat detection systems. This work directly addresses real-world security challenges through technological innovation. Staite's publication record demonstrates consistent focus on security technology applications, exemplified by his 2019 conference paper on semantic web implementations for terrorism content analysis. His research trajectory shows strong alignment with European-funded security initiatives and international organizational partnerships, emphasizing practical technological solutions for threat prevention. He plays a pivotal role in designing and developing CENTRIC's collaborative projects, securing European funding and driving technical implementations for open-source intelligence systems. These initiatives specifically target security enhancement and humanitarian requirements through advanced technological frameworks. As a core member of CENTRIC's research team, Staite contributes to projects applying cutting-edge technologies to global security challenges, particularly within international organizational contexts and humanitarian operations.

• Security Research
• Intelligence Management
• Information Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Babak Akhgar is a Visiting Professor of Informatics at the University of South Wales and holds multiple prestigious roles, including the founder and Director of the CENTRIC Centre of Excellence. He is affiliated with the Research Directorate within the university and serves on several boards, such as the academic advisory board of SAS UK, the European Organisation for Security (EOS), Europol's External Advisory Board on Data Protection, and South Yorkshire Police Evidence Based Policing. Since 2019, he has been a board member of NEBRC. His professional experience spans commercial strategy analysis, technical leadership, and research coordination in over 30 EU-funded and 50 nationally funded security projects. Education: BSc in Software Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University, UK MSc in Information Systems in Management (Distinction), Sheffield Business School PhD in Strategic Information Systems, Sheffield Hallam University Research Interests: Professor Akhgar’s work focuses on security-related informatics, including intelligence management within the security domain, open-source investigations (OSINT), counter-terrorism, organized crime, and AI ethics. He emphasizes the strategic application of information systems to address complex security challenges and has developed tools like the CENTRIC OSINT Hub, used by UK law enforcement agencies. Grants & Projects: Coordinator of the EU-funded MIICT project Innovation Manager of the EU-funded Starlight project Principal Investigator (PI) on the AP4AI project (collaboration with Europol) Co-Investigator (Co-I) on the UKRI-funded 3PO project Awards: Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2022, recognizing his contributions to security research Labs/Teams: He leads the CENTRIC Centre, which specializes in terrorism, resilience, intelligence, and organized crime research. The CENTRIC OSINT Hub supports law enforcement with advanced open-source investigation tools. His current projects include AP4AI, addressing accountability principles for AI in collaboration with Europol, and the 3PO initiative under UKRI.

Nikhil Narayanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Human Rights
• International Humanitarian Law
• Transitional Justice
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nikhil Narayan is a Lecturer in the School of Law at Queen's University Belfast, affiliated with the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice and the Human Rights Centre. His research focuses on human rights, transitional justice, international humanitarian law, and the application of new technologies in legal frameworks. He has held roles including Senior Peace Fellow at the Public International Law & Policy Group and Former Senior International Legal Advisor to the International Commission of Jurists in South Asia. Expertise: Human Rights, International Criminal Law, Cyber Crime, Peacebuilding Awards: FHEA (2024), Department for the Economy PhD Studentship (2019) Key Activities: Peer Reviewer for International Journal of Transitional Justice, Contributor to UN Sustainable Development Goals His work emphasizes post-conflict justice in the Global South, particularly South Asia and East Africa. Recent research explores guarantees of non-recurrence, constitutional reform, and the role of technology in open source investigations (OSINT). He is actively involved in mentoring postdoctoral fellows and advising on funding applications for international fellowships. Dr. Narayan has presented at major conferences including the Law and Society Association Annual Conference and contributed to initiatives like the Transitional Justice Research Working Group. His publications bridge legal theory and practice, addressing challenges in protracted conflicts and ICC engagement in Asia.

Christopher Hobbsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Security
• WMD Proliferation
• CBRN Terrorism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Christopher Hobbs is a Professor of Science and International Security at King's College London's Department of War Studies and Director of the King’s Institute for Applied Security Studies (KIASS). He holds a PhD in physics from the University of London and a MPhys from Oxford University. His research focuses on bridging policy and practice in nuclear security, non-proliferation, and open-source intelligence (OSINT), emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and collaboration with international organizations, governments, and industry. He has led major initiatives like the UK’s Nuclear Security Culture Programme (NSCP) since 2014 and secured grants from agencies including the IAEA, UK FCO, BEIS, US State Department, and NDA. Education: PhD in Physics (University of London, 2006), MPhys (University of Oxford, 2002). Research interests include nuclear security culture, WMD counter-proliferation, CBRN terrorism, insider threats, and radiation detection for border monitoring. He has published widely in journals like Science and Global Security and co-authored major works such as The Oxford Handbook of Nuclear Security . Professional roles: Member of the International Nuclear Security Forum’s Executive Advisory Board, former Chair of the International Nuclear Security Education Network (INSEN), and Associate Fellow of Advance HE. Current projects include cybersecurity research, nuclear supply chain integrity, and conflict health studies. Grants and funding: Major projects include the Nuclear Security Culture Programme and collaborations with the IAEA on counterfeit materials. Supervises PhD students in his research areas and teaches courses on nuclear weapon security, science-policy interfaces, and CBRN counter-terrorism. Labs/Initiatives: Leads the Cyber Security Research Group (CSRG), King’s Cybersecurity Centre, and the Centre for Conflict & Health Research. Ongoing projects address nuclear security implications of counterfeit items and cybersecurity threats.

David Omandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Intelligence Studies
• Security Policy
• Counter-Terrorism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sir David Omand is a Visiting Professor in the Department of War Studies at King’s College London, sitting on Paladin Capital’s advisory board for cyber security investments. His career spans senior roles in UK government including Director of GCHQ, Cabinet Office Permanent Secretary, and UK Security and Intelligence Coordinator. He advises on counter-terrorism strategy, intelligence ethics, and crisis leadership. Education includes a first-class degree in Mathematics and Theoretical Physics from the Open University (2008), along with honorary doctorates from Birmingham and Glasgow Universities. He studied Economics at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge (honorary Fellow). Research focuses on AI/machine learning integration with intelligence analysis, ethics of secret intelligence, and crisis management. His work explores digital subversion, cyber security norms, and leadership during security crises. Publications include books like How to Survive a Crisis (2023) and Principled Spying (2018), plus over 20 journal articles and policy papers. He chairs research groups on Cyber Security and Intelligence Studies at King’s, collaborating across disciplines. Awards include honorary doctorates and fellowships. His advisory roles include contributions to the Ministry of Justice and Birmingham Policy Commission on drone security impacts.

• International Criminal Law
• Environmental Crime Control
• Artificial Intelligence in Justice Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nandor Knust is an Associate Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway's Faculty of Law, specializing in cutting-edge intersections of criminal justice, technology, and international law. His research spans environmental crime control, AI applications in justice systems, and transitional justice frameworks. His research focuses on the digital transformation of criminal justice systems, particularly examining how artificial intelligence, open-source intelligence (OSINT), and new technologies reshape international crime investigation and prosecution. Key areas include environmental crime networks, fishery crime control, digital evidence collection during armed conflicts, and proportionality principles in algorithmic decision-making. His work bridges theoretical legal frameworks with practical technological implementations in transnational contexts. Knust actively contributes to major research initiatives including the Artificial Intelligence in Criminal Justice project and Compliance and Technology research group. His publications reveal strong emphasis on practical applications of technology in environmental crime prosecution (ECO-CRIM-NET), digital evidence verification during conflicts, and public-private partnerships in transnational crime control. Recent work examines Russia's invasion of Ukraine through international legal frameworks and develops new models for 'in-conflict' transitional justice. He collaborates extensively with international institutions including the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law, and participates in global scholarly dialogues on criminal justice modernization. His research group affiliations include Crime Control and Security Law and the Cyber Security Group (CSG), reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to contemporary justice challenges.

Michael Pilgermannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• IT Security
• Critical Infrastructure Security
• Medical Device Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Michael Pilgermann is a Professor of Applied Computer Science at Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) since 2021, specializing in IT security for critical infrastructures. Affiliated with the Faculty of Computer Science, Business and Law and the Department of Computer Science and Media, he holds a PhD from the University of Glamorgan (2006) and brings 15 years of industry experience in public administration and business security operations. His research focuses on operational security automation and standardization for critical infrastructure protection, with recent emphasis on medical device security (MDS2/SBOM frameworks), network security, and IoT/SmartHome systems. Current projects include AI-driven vulnerability analysis for healthcare devices and cybersecurity education frameworks. Publication trends (2023-2025) reveal concentrated work in medical cybersecurity , featuring collaborations with medical informatics researchers and practical implementations in hospital settings. His work bridges academic research with operational security needs, particularly in critical infrastructure protection through standards-based automation. Dr. Pilgermann actively supervises 20+ theses (2021-2025) covering network security, malware analysis, Zero Trust architectures, and Passkey technologies. He leads the SCALE-C research project (cybersecurity/eLearning) and partners with Stadtwerke Brandenburg, BSI, and Umbrella Consulting. He directs the MedSec group for medical device security, operates the DemoSOC Lab for security monitoring, and utilizes the Network and Security Laboratory for hands-on research in critical infrastructure protection and threat detection systems.

• Digital Forensics
• Cybersecurity
• Network Forensics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mark Scanlon is an Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science at University College Dublin (UCD), where he also serves as Founding Director of the UCD Forensics and Security Research Group and Programme Director of the MSc in Forensic Computing and Cybercrime Investigation. He holds a PhD in Remote Digital Forensic Evidence Acquisition and Analysis from UCD and is a Fulbright Scholar in Cybersecurity. His research focuses on digital forensics, cybersecurity, and IoT device analysis, with notable contributions in electromagnetic side-channel analysis, AI-driven forensic tools, and password cracking methodologies. Education: BA, University College Dublin MSc and PhD in Remote Digital Forensic Evidence Acquisition and Analysis, University College Dublin Professional Diploma in University Teaching & Learning, UCD Affiliations: Principal Investigator at CeADAR (National Centre for Applied AI) Senior Editor, Forensic Science International: Digital Investigation Scanlon’s research interests span digital forensics, cybersecurity, and AI applications in investigation. He has pioneered work in electromagnetic side-channel analysis for IoT devices, non-invasive cryptographic analysis, and leveraging LLMs for forensic efficiency. His work addresses challenges such as data deduplication, password cracking optimization, and improving practitioner workflows through automated tools like TraceGen and EMvidence frameworks. His articles highlight trends in AI integration (e.g., LLMs for evidence analysis), IoT forensic readiness, and practitioner challenges (via the DFPulse survey). Scanlon has secured grants including a Fulbright award for collaborative research and led initiatives in forensic education and ethical hacking training. His contributions bridge academic research and real-world forensic practices, emphasizing ethical considerations and tool development. Scientific Awards: Fulbright Scholar in Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Investigation In teaching, he coordinates modules such as Advanced Computer Forensics, Ethical Hacking, and OSINT Analysis, reflecting his commitment to advancing forensic education and cybersecurity training.

Joanne Lawمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• E-Business
• Social Media and Commerce
• Marketing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Joanne Law is a Course Leader in Marketing & Digital Business and Lecturer in E-Business at the University of Worcester's Department of Marketing and Enterprise. She has taught since 2015, combining expertise in Computing and Business. Her research focuses on open-source intelligence (OSINT) in screening practices, online recruitment methods, and employment trust relationships. She also explores technology's role in enhancing educational experiences. Teaching interests include E-Business, social media commerce, marketing strategies, and business intelligence applications. Research actively addresses intersections between technology and organizational practices, particularly leveraging digital tools for business impact. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy No grants or advisory roles explicitly stated in available texts. No lab affiliations mentioned.