Ljubljana, University of Ljubljana, Economic Department and Jožef Stefan Institute, Slovenia
Borka Džonova Jerman-Blazic is a full professor and scientific advisor at the Faculty of Economics, University of Ljubljana, where she teaches courses on “Telecommunication Services and Mechanism” and “Electronic Communications.” She is also the head of the Laboratory for Open Systems and Networks at the Jožef Stefan Institute in Ljubljana, Slovenia. With over 40 years of experience in academia and research, she has made significant contributions to the fields of telecommunications, information technology, and internet security. Her involvement in European and international projects has led to her recognition as a leader in these fields. She is actively engaged in shaping the digital future of Europe and beyond.
Publication Profile
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Education 🎓
Borka Džonova Jerman-Blazic earned a Master of Science degree in 1975 from the University of Ljubljana, specializing in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. She completed her Ph.D. in 1981 at the University of Zagreb, Faculty for Natural Sciences in Croatia.
Experience 💼
Her professional career spans several decades, beginning in 1971 at the Jožef Stefan Institute, where she has held various roles, including Head of the Laboratory for Open Systems and Networks. As a full professor at the University of Ljubljana, she teaches courses in telecommunications and electronic communications. She has held visiting scientist positions at Iowa State University and Drake University in the U.S. (1982-1983) and has been involved in numerous European projects, including the RARE network and EUREKA. She has also served in leadership roles for various technical committees and research groups across Europe.
Awards and Honors 🏅
Borka Džonova Jerman-Blazic has received numerous accolades for her contributions to research and technology. These include the Plaque of Appreciation from IFIP and ACM Tai branches for her contributions to internet technology (1984), the Boris Kidrič State Foundation Award for Research Achievements (1987), and the Medal of Merit from the President of Slovenia for her pioneering work in introducing and developing the Internet in Slovenia (2017). In 2021, she received the State Award for Lifetime Achievement in Science and Research from the Slovenian Ministry for Science and Education.
Research Focus 🔬
Her research interests focus on cybersecurity, digital forensic research, and economic modeling of information security risk management. She has been involved in various EU-funded projects and has made significant contributions to the development of secure internet infrastructures and the application of interactive technologies in cybersecurity education. Her work also explores overcoming the digital divide and enhancing digital skills for elderly adults.
Conclusion 🏁
Borka Džonova Jerman-Blazic is a highly respected figure in the fields of telecommunications, internet security, and digital infrastructure. Her extensive academic and professional background, combined with her leadership in EU and international research projects, has positioned her as a key player in shaping the future of digital networks. Her contributions to both research and education continue to influence the development of advanced internet technologies and cybersecurity solutions worldwide.
Publications 📖
Teaching and learning cybersecurity for European youth by applying interactive technology and smart education – ERA Forum, 2020, 20(3), pp. 471–489 (Cited by 0)
Investigating crime in an interconnected society: will the new and updated EU judicial environment remove the barriers to justice? – International Review of Law, Computers and Technology, 2020, 34(1), pp. 87–107 (Cited by 1)
A new legal framework for cross-border data collection in crime investigation amongst selected European countries – International Journal of Cyber Criminology, 2019, 13(2), pp. 270–289 (Cited by 2)
Advancement in Cybercrime Investigation – The New European Legal Instruments for Collecting Cross-border E-evidence – Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 2019, 918, pp. 858–867 (Cited by 2)
Eye tracking graphical passwords – Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 2018, 593, pp. 37–44 (Cited by 4)
New method for determination complexity using in AD HOC cloud computing – 2017 40th International Convention on Information and Communication Technology, Electronics and Microelectronics, MIPRO 2017 – Proceedings, 2017, pp. 188–191 (Cited by 1)
User bias in online trust systems: aligning the system designers’ intentions with the users’ expectations – Behaviour and Information Technology, 2017, 36(4), pp. 404–421 (Cited by 7)
Why That Picture? Discovering Password Properties in Recognition-Based Graphical Authentication – International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 2016, 32(12), pp. 975–988 (Cited by 8)