Science DMZ Networks Professors and Supervisors

John Haleمشاهده پروفایل

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University of TulsaUnited States

John Hale, Ph.D., is a Professor and Chair of Computer Science at The University of Tulsa's Tandy School of Computer Science, where he holds the Tandy Endowed Chair in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology. He is a founding member of the TU Institute of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (IBCB) and a faculty research scholar in the Institute for Information Security (iSec). Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, The University of Tulsa (1997) M.S., Computer Science, The University of Tulsa (1992) B.S., Computer Science, The University of Tulsa (1990) Dr. Hale's research spans cybersecurity , bioinformatics , cyber-physical systems , and applied formal methods . His work focuses on neuroinformatics, cyber trust, attack modeling, secure software development, and information privacy. Recent publications highlight trends in large-scale graph analysis for cybersecurity, attack graph generation on high-performance computing clusters, and security frameworks for nuclear reactor control systems. His research also explores hybrid attack graph modeling, reflective deception strategies, and compliance methods for cyber-physical infrastructures. Scientific Awards: 2000 National Science Foundation CAREER Award Dr. Hale has advised numerous research projects and received funding from the U.S. Air Force, Army, NSF, NIH, DARPA, NSA, and NIJ. He has testified before Congress on cybersecurity and holds a patent for anti-piracy technology. His lab work includes developing cyber-physical testbeds and science DMZ security solutions.

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Niall Kirkwoodمشاهده پروفایل

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Harvard UniversityUnited States

Niall Kirkwood is the Charles Eliot Professor of Landscape Architecture at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD), where he has been a faculty member since 1991. He holds concurrent roles as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Landscape Architecture Journal and is affiliated with institutions worldwide, including Tsinghua University and Chulalongkorn University. His research focuses on post-industrial landscape regeneration, brownfield remediation, and climate-resilient urban design. Education: BArch from University of Manchester (UK), MLA from University of Pennsylvania (USA), and honorary doctorates from Harvard and University of Ulster (2009). Research interests emphasize innovative technologies for polluted land remediation, environmental justice, and the intersection of design with ecological systems. Notable projects include the Tar Creek Superfund Site regeneration, DMZ reclamation in Korea, and brownfield revitalization in Mumbai. Publications include influential works like Principles of Brownfield Regeneration (2010) and PHYTO: Site Remediation and Landscape Design (2015). Awards include AAAS membership (2024) and FASLA fellowship (2009). Teaching spans design studios addressing global challenges like Bangkok's climate resilience and Ireland's urban transformation. He led GSD's Academic Affairs as Associate Dean (2019-2024) and founded the Center for Brownfield Research at Tsinghua University. Labs/Initiatives: Co-founded the Center for Brownfield Research (Tsinghua), directed the Center for Environment and Technology (GSD 1997-2017), and collaborates with the Harvard Global Health Institute.

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Garry Petersonمشاهده پروفایل

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Stockholm UniversitySweden

Garry Peterson is a Professor at Stockholm Resilience Centre (collaboration between Stockholm University and the Beijer Institute of Ecological Economics). As principal researcher and director of the Finance to Revive Biodiversity Programme , he focuses on social-ecological systems, scenario planning, and adaptive management through quantitative/qualitative methods and participatory approaches. Education: PhD in Zoology (University of Florida, 1999), BSc in Systems Design Engineering (University of Waterloo) Research Themes: Human-nature connections, resilience dynamics, future-oriented governance His 2025 publications highlight coastal flood modeling in China, sustainable finance frameworks, and social-ecological scenario platforms. Scientific awards include Web of Science Highly Cited Researcher (Cross-Field, 2020) and Ecological Society of America Innovation Awards (2019/2008). He supervises PhD candidates including Bianca Voicu and Liam Carpenter-Urquhart , and co-founded key databases like Regime Shifts Database (2008) and Seeds of the Good Anthropocene (2014).

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Elie Kfouryمشاهده پروفایل

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University of South CarolinaUnited States

Elie Kfoury is Assistant Professor of Integrated Information Technology specializing in programmable network infrastructures. His research develops P4-based solutions for high-speed networks, cybersecurity, and blockchain integration. Research Leadership: Co-author of High-Speed Networks: A Tutorial used nationally for Science DMZ deployments. Innovator in programmable switch applications for TCP optimization and intrusion detection. Awards: Breakthrough Scholar (2023), Best Paper ICCNP 2018

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Jorge Crichignoمشاهده پروفایل

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University of South CarolinaUnited States

Jorge Crichigno is a Professor in the Integrated Information Technology Department at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, University of South Carolina (USC). He joined USC in 2018, previously serving as faculty at Northern New Mexico College and as a research associate at the University of South Florida's Florida Center for Cybersecurity. His work focuses on high-speed networking, Science DMZs, cybersecurity, and P4 programmable data planes. Dr. Crichigno holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of New Mexico, alongside M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Electrical Engineering. His research emphasizes practical implementation of Science DMZs, TCP optimization, and cybersecurity education through virtual labs. He leads an NSF-funded project developing experiential cybersecurity training programs and workforce partnerships with industry and Los Alamos National Laboratory. His research interests span Science DMZ design, network function virtualization, ransomware detection, and IoT security. He develops training materials for Science DMZs and contributes to the Cyberinfrastructure (CI) Lab, which investigates high-speed networks and IoT challenges. Key projects include enhancing network security via ML-driven malware detection and optimizing TCP fairness in non-programmable networks using P4 switches. Dr. Crichigno teaches IT Security (ITEC 493) and Advanced Networking (ITEC 445). He has secured NSF grants for initiatives like Cyber-Con2 and cybersecurity pipeline development. His lab work includes creating scalable virtual labs and testing frameworks for large data transfers, with a focus on disaster recovery support and SDN environments.

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Scott Valcourtمشاهده پروفایل

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Northeastern UniversityUnited States

Scott Valcourt is Associate Teaching Professor at Northeastern University's Khoury College of Computer Sciences, where he coordinates global algorithms courses and leads broadband infrastructure initiatives. His research develops cyberinfrastructure for telehealth and community resilience, including AR healthcare applications and biomimetic filtration systems. Valcourt pioneered the Network NH Now broadband expansion and maintains research in rural connectivity disparities. Key projects: Development of biomimetic microplastic filtration prototypes Telehealth augmented reality platforms Broadband mapping methodologies Science DMZ implementations His publications address cyberteam development, digital divides in aging populations, and mobile datacasting. Recent work demonstrates applications of network architectures for public safety and educational access. As ACCESS Campus Champion, Valcourt facilitates high-performance computing access and teaches embedded systems development. His industry background includes network technology development recognized by NetworkWorld.

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Susmit Shannigrahiمشاهده پروفایل

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Tennessee Tech UniversityUnited States

Susmit Shannigrahi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Tennessee Tech University. His work focuses on advanced networking protocols, future internet architectures, and big data management. He leads research in areas like 5G networks, IoT security, and decentralized data replication algorithms. His research interests include optimizing network protocols for data-intensive applications, securing vehicular and smart grid systems, and developing frameworks like CLEDGE and Hydra for edge computing and distributed storage. He has contributed to projects such as NDN-based data distribution for genomics and climate research, and has pioneered solutions like AquaCam for environmental monitoring. Shannigrahi's recent work emphasizes hybrid networking approaches (e.g., NDN-IP integration), proactive routing strategies using AI, and scalable decentralized systems. His projects often involve collaboration with domain scientists to address real-world challenges in big data transfer and storage. He holds a strong record of innovation in testbed deployments, protocol design, and cross-disciplinary applications of networking principles. His lab focuses on practical implementations of theoretical networking concepts in fields like smart grids, autonomous vehicles, and genomics.

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Mauricio Papaمشاهده پروفایل

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University of TulsaUnited States

Mauricio Papa serves as the Brock Professor within the Tandy School of Computer Science and Cyber Studies at The University of Tulsa's College of Engineering & Natural Sciences. His academic career spans critical infrastructure protection and operational technology security, with extensive collaboration across government agencies and industry sectors. Dr. Papa's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science from The University of Tulsa (2001) M.S. in Electrical Engineering from The University of Tulsa (1996) B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Universidad Central de Venezuela (1992) His research focuses on securing industrial control systems across critical infrastructure sectors, particularly in energy and transportation. Papa's work integrates network security principles with operational technology requirements, developing specialized intrusion detection systems, protocol analysis frameworks, and predictive analytics for industrial environments. His methodology emphasizes practical implementation in real-world OT settings where traditional IT security approaches often fail due to legacy system constraints and safety requirements. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong concentration on machine learning applications for OT security, with increasing emphasis on graph-based anomaly detection, IoT device fingerprinting, and cost-sensitive alert management. His work consistently bridges theoretical cybersecurity concepts with practical industrial applications, particularly in electric power systems and nuclear facilities. Dr. Papa has secured significant research funding through multiple federal agencies including DARPA, Department of Defense, Department of Justice, National Science Foundation, and Department of Energy, along with private industry partnerships. His projects have involved designing and deploying critical infrastructure protection labs, developing forensic tools for transportation systems, and creating simulation frameworks for nuclear reactor security. He has established specialized research facilities including a critical infrastructure protection lab for electric power sector security testing and has contributed to multi-institutional projects involving Washington State University and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. His current work focuses on developing testbeds and cybersecurity solutions specifically for energy sector applications.

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