Miral Sabry AlAshry | Cyber Hygiene | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Miral Sabry AlAshry, Cyber Hygiene, Best Researcher Award

Proffesor at The American University in Cairo, Egypt

Dr. Miral Sabry Al-Ashry, Ph.D., is a distinguished academic and scholar in the field of media studies and journalism. She has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to social sciences, particularly through her groundbreaking research on women’s issues. In 2023, she received the prestigious Egyptian State Prize from the Academy of Scientific Research and the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Dr. Al-Ashry currently holds two prominent positions in academia. Since March 2023, she has been serving as a Professor and co-lead for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at the Centre for Freedom of the Media within the Department of Journalism Studies at the University of Sheffield. Additionally, she is a Professor at the Journalism and Mass Communication Department of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) at The American University in Cairo, where she began her tenure in September 2023. At both institutions, she imparts her expertise through courses focused on media economics, media law, and policy regulation.

Profile

Education

Ph.D. in Mass Communications

  • Institution: Journalism Department, Faculty of Mass Communication, Ain Shams University, Egypt
  • Year: July 2012
  • Title: “Egyptian Press Coverage of Children Rights: Analytical and Interpretive Study”
  • Honors: Excellent First-Class honors

Master in Mass Communications

  • Institution: Journalism Department, Faculty of Mass Communication, Ain Shams University, Egypt
  • Year: June 2008
  • Thesis: “Egyptian Newspapers Coverage of Violence Crimes Against Women: An Analytical Study”
  • Honors: Excellent First-Class honors

Pre-Master’s Degree in Mass Communication

  • Institution: Ain Shams University, Egypt
  • Year: 2002-2003
  • Grade: Excellent

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication

  • Institution: Ain Shams University, Egypt
  • Year: 1997-2001
  • Grade: Very Good
Professional Experience
University of Sheffield (March 2023 – Present):

Professor and Co-lead for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at the Centre for Freedom of the Media, Department of Journalism Studies.

The American University in Cairo (September 2023 – Present):

Professor at the Journalism and Mass Communication Department of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP).

Future University in Egypt (2019 – August 2023):

Associate Professor at the Department of Political Mass Media.

Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development.

Chair of the Political Mass Media department.

Modern University for Technology, and Information (2018 – January 2019):

Associate Professor at the Department of Journalism.

Director of Quality Assurance Unit.

Canadian International College (2013 – August 2018):

Assistant Professor and Director of Quality Assurance Unit at the Department of Journalism.

Ain Shams University (2003 – 2012):

Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Journalism, Mass Media.

Research Interests

Prof. Miral Sabry AlAshry’s research interests revolve around multidisciplinary areas that address pressing societal challenges. She is particularly focused on issues related to gender-based violence, media and journalism ethics, digital security, and the socio-economic impacts of public health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Through her research, Prof. AlAshry aims to shed light on the experiences of marginalized groups, including women journalists facing gender-based violence in conflict zones. Additionally, she investigates the role of media in shaping public perceptions and behaviors, with a keen interest in promoting ethical journalism practices and enhancing digital security awareness. Her work also delves into the intersection of tourism, youth perceptions, and coping behaviors during times of crisis, contributing valuable insights to the fields of tourism studies and public health. Overall, Prof. AlAshry’s research endeavors reflect her commitment to advancing knowledge, promoting social justice, and addressing contemporary challenges facing communities worldwide.

Publications 

Title: Restrictions’ acceptance and risk perception by young generations in a COVID-19 context

  • Authors: C Seabra, M AlAshry, K Çınar, I Raja, M Reis, N Sadiq
  • Journal: International Journal of Tourism Cities
  • Volume: 7
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 463-491
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 30

Title: A comparative analysis of the reportage of COVID-19 during the first and Second wave: A case of the Egyptian and Jordanian newspapers

  • Author: MS AlAshry
  • Journal: International Journal of Media and Information Literacy
  • Volume: 6
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 17-33
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 12

Title: Investigating the efficacy of the Egyptian data protection law on media freedom: Journalists’ perceptions

  • Author: MS AlAshry
  • Journal: Communication & Society
  • Volume: 35
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 101-118
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 8

Title: New constitution and media freedom in Libya: journalists’ perspectives

  • Author: MS AlAshry
  • Journal: Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society
  • Volume: 19
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 280-298
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 7

Title: Contrasting the COVID-19 Effects on Tourism Safety Perceptions and Coping Behavior among Young People during Two Pandemic Waves: Evidence from Egypt

  • Authors: AM Caldeira, C Seabra, MS AlAshry
  • Journal: Sustainability
  • Volume: 14
  • Issue: 12
  • Pages: 7492
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 6

 

Qian Lu | Device Identification | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Qian Lu, Device Identification, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Qingdao University,China

Dr. Qian Lu is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computer Science and Technology at Qingdao University. She obtained her Ph.D. degree from Ocean University of China in 2020. With a specialization in network security, wireless communication, and cyber security, Dr. Lu’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics within the realm of information security. She has a particular focus on Wi-Fi device identification, aiming to develop innovative solutions to enhance network security protocols. Through her research and academic endeavors, Dr. Lu is dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of computer science while fostering the next generation of researchers and professionals in the domain.

Education:

Ph.D. in Computer Science

  • Ocean University of China
  • Year: 2020

Profile:

Professional  Experience:

Dr. Qian Lu completed her Ph.D. at Ocean University of China in 2020 and now holds the position of Assistant Professor within the School of Computer Science and Technology at Qingdao University. Her professional trajectory underscores a dedication to advancing knowledge in network security, wireless communication, and cyber security domains. Dr. Lu’s specialized focus lies in Wi-Fi device identification, where she pioneers research to fortify network security protocols. Through her tenure, she strives to integrate cutting-edge research with practical applications, shaping the future of computer science education and industry practices.

Research Interests:

Dr. Qian Lu’s research interests encompass a multidisciplinary exploration at the intersection of network security, wireless communication, and cyber security, with a specialized focus on Wi-Fi device identification. Within this dynamic field, she delves into understanding vulnerabilities within computer networks and devising robust strategies for intrusion detection and prevention. Additionally, Dr. Lu is deeply engaged in optimizing wireless communication protocols to enhance efficiency, reliability, and security. She also investigates emerging cyber threats, aiming to develop proactive defense mechanisms to safeguard digital infrastructures. Her particular emphasis on Wi-Fi device identification underscores a commitment to advancing access control and security measures in network environments. Through her research pursuits, Dr. Qian Lu contributes to the broader landscape of information security, aiming to address contemporary challenges and foster resilience in digital communication systems.

Publications:

Bot-DM: A dual-modal botnet detection method based on the combination of implicit semantic expression and graphical expression

  • Authors: Wu, G., Wang, X., Lu, Q., Zhang, H.
  • Journal: Expert Systems with Applications
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 248
  • Page: 123384
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Eliminating Rogue Access Point Attacks in IoT: A Deep Learning Approach With Physical-Layer Feature Purification and Device Identification

  • Authors: Yang, Z., Lu, Q., Zhang, H., Chen, F., Xian, H.
  • Journal: IEEE Internet of Things Journal
  • Year: 2023
  • Status: Article in Press
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Privacy-preserving deep learning for electricity consumer characteristics identification

  • Authors: Zhang, Z., Lu, Q., Xu, H., Kong, F., Yu, Y.
  • Journal: Frontiers in Energy Research
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 10
  • Page: 992117
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Edge-Assisted Intelligent Video Compression for Live Aerial Streaming

  • Authors: Liu, Z., Wang, M., Chen, F., Lu, Q.
  • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Green Communications and Networking
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 6
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 1613–1623
  • [Link to the article](This link is disabled.)

PEDR: Exploiting phase error drift range to detect full-model rogue access point attacks

  • Authors: Lu, Q., Li, S., Zhang, J., Jiang, R.
  • Journal: Computers and Security
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 114
  • Page: 102581
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Ms. Sharmila B S | Intrusion Detection and Prevention | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Sharmila B S | Intrusion Detection and Prevention | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Intrusion Detection and Prevention, The National Institute of Engineering, Mysuru, India

Sharmila B S is currently pursuing a Ph.D. focusing on Network Security for IoT devices. Their research interests primarily lie in Network Security, Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With 7 years of combined teaching and industry experience, Sharmila has also delivered talks on Python, AI, and IoT for technical talks and workshops.

Professional profiles

🎓Education:

Sharmila B S completed their academic qualifications as follows: a Ph.D. from the Department of ECE at the National Institute of Engineering, Mysuru, under Visweshwaraiah Technological University in 2018; an MTech in VLSI Design & Embedded Systems from SJCE, Mysore; and a BE in E&C from Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiptur, both under Visweshwaraiah Technological University, obtained in 2013 and 2011 respectively.

👩‍🏫Professional Experience:

Sharmila B S has professional experience as an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Engineering, Mysuru, from July 25, 2016, to the present. Prior to this, they worked as a Lecturer at the same institute from July 27, 2015, to June 26, 2016. Before joining the National Institute of Engineering, Sharmila was an Assistant Professor at PESITM, Shivamogga, from July 21, 2014, to June 30, 2015. They also have internship experience at LG Soft India, Bangalore, from July 11, 2012, to December 31, 2013.

Subjects Taught:

Sharmila B S has taught a range of subjects, including Internet of Things, Data Structures using C++, Information Theory and Network Security, Embedded Systems, and Fundamentals of CMOS VLSI.

Publications:

“Intrusion Detection System using Naive Bayes algorithm” by BS Sharmila, R Nagapadma, published in the 2019 IEEE International WIE Conference on Electrical and Computer, with 24 citations in 2019.

“Comparison of time complexity in median filtering on multi-core architecture” by BS Sharmila, N Kaulgud, published in the 2017 3rd International Conference on Advances in Computing, Communication, with 2 citations in 2017.

“Multi Core DNN based IDS for Botnet Attacks using KPCA Reduction Techniques” by BS Sharmila, R Nagapadma, published in 2021.

“Design of memristor based multiplier” by N Jagan, U NS, S Kouser, published in the International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 6(1), 2019.

“Optimizing Deep Learning Networks for Edge Devices with an Instance of Skin Cancer and Corn Leaf Disease Dataset” by BS Sharmila, HS Santhosh, S Parameshwara, MS Swamy, WH Baig, published in SN Computer Science, 4(6), 793, 2023.

“QAE-IDS: DDoS anomaly detection in IoT devices using Post-Quantization Training” by BS Sharmila, R Nagapadma, published in Smart Science, 11(4), 774-789, 2023.

“Quantized autoencoder (QAE) intrusion detection system for anomaly detection in resource-constrained IoT devices using RT-IoT2022 dataset” by BS Sharmila, R Nagapadma, published in Cybersecurity, 6(1), 41, 2023.

“P‐DNN: Parallel DNN based IDS framework for the detection of IoT vulnerabilities” by S BS, R Nagapadma, published in Security and Privacy, e330, 2023.

“KNN classification using multi-core architecture for intrusion detection system” by BS Sharmila, R Nagapadma, published in the Communication and Computing Systems: Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference.

 

 

Mohammad Eyadat | Cybersecurity Models / Higher Education | Best Researcher Award

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Mohammad Eyadat | Cybersecurity Models / Higher Education | Best Researcher Award

Mohammad Eyadat California States University, Dominguez Hills, United States

He is currently a full professor at California State University Dominguez Hills, with an extensive academic background spanning various institutions. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science/Engineering Mathematics from Claremont Graduate School, a Master of Science Degree in Mathematics from the same institution, a Master of Science Degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from Yarmouk University in Jordan. Throughout his career, he has taught courses in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, and Mathematics at both graduate and undergraduate levels. His professional experience ranges from Software Designer and developer to Business Consultant. Additionally, he has contributed as a collaborator in organizing numerous research activities and professional conferences. His research interests encompass multimedia software security, watermarking algorithms for images and video data, software engineering, software reliability models, systems performance evaluation, Education and Information Technology, and Web accessibility.

Education:

He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science/Engineering Mathematics from Claremont Graduate University in California in 2003, following a Master of Science Degree in Engineering Mathematics from Claremont Graduate School in 1997. Prior to this, he completed a Master of Science Degree in Computer Science at the University of Southern California (USC) in California in 1994. In 1993, he obtained a Programming Certificate of Completion from the International College of Success in Studio City, CA. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from Yarmouk University in Jordan in 1984. Throughout his educational pursuits, he has displayed a dedication to advancing his knowledge and expertise in computer science and engineering mathematics.

Profile:

Experience:

He has been self-employed as a Programmer/Contractor in California since 1990, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit and expertise in software development. From August 1998 to July 2000, he served as a Consultant for a research grant awarded to El Camino College, where he played a vital role in revitalizing the ESL Placement Process, overseeing testing and validation processes. Prior to this, from May 1996 to November 1996, he worked as a Software Designer and Business Consultant at KB Computer in California, showcasing his skills in software design and his ability to provide valuable business insights. His experience also includes a role as a Software Developer and Software Consultant at 3COM in California from August 1995 to May 1996, where he further honed his technical skills. Additionally, he served as a Computer Programmer at Mu’tah University in Jordan from 1985 to 1988, laying the foundation for his career in computer programming. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated versatility, innovation, and a commitment to excellence in the field of software development and consulting.

Publication:

  1. Performance evaluation of an incorporated DCT block-based watermarking algorithm with human visual system model Cited By : 33, Published By : 2015
  2. Deploying bioinformatics workflows on clouds with galaxy and globus provision Cited By : 32, Published By : 2012
  3. Factors that affect the performance of the DCT-block based image watermarking algorithms Cited By : 22, Published By : 2004
  4. Routing protocol for low power and lossy network–load balancing time-based Cited By : 17, Published By : 2021
  5. Compression standards roles in image processing: case study Cited By : 12, Published By : 2005
  6. Web accessibility factor a key focus for serving students Cited By : 11, Published By : 2011
  7. Information security: SETA program status at jordanian universities Cited By : 5, Published By : 2015
  8. Web accessibility in information systems Cited By : 5, Published By : 2007
  9. Javascript and Perl Combo in On-line Examinations Cited By : 5, Published By : 2004
  10. Higher education administrators roles in fortification of information security program. Cited By : 4, Published By : 2015