Dr. Sotirios Brotsis | Internet of Things | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sotirios Brotsis | Internet of Things | Best Researcher Award

Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, University of the Peloponnese, Greece

Sotirios Brotsis is a dedicated researcher in the field of blockchain technology, cryptography, and IoT security 🔒. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Patras and an M.S. in Informatics and Telecommunications from the University of Peloponnese 🎓. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Peloponnese, under the supervision of Associate Professor N. Kolokotronis. With a strong academic background and a passion for cybersecurity, he has made significant contributions to the field, publishing in top-tier venues and actively participating as a Technical Program Committee (TPC) member and reviewer for international conferences and journals 📚.

Publication Profile

📘 Education

Sotirios Brotsis began his academic journey with a B.S. in Mathematics (2009–2015) at the University of Patras, Greece 🏛️. His interest in computing and security led him to pursue an M.S. in Informatics and Telecommunications at the University of Peloponnese 🎓. Currently, he is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Peloponnese, focusing on blockchain technology and IoT security 🔐.

💼 Experience

Since October 2018, Sotirios Brotsis has been actively engaged in research at the University of Peloponnese as a Ph.D. candidate 📊. His work revolves around blockchain-based security solutions for IoT ecosystems, cryptographic protocols, and digital forensics 🔍. His expertise is recognized globally, and he has contributed as a TPC member and reviewer for international journals and conferences 🏆.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Sotirios Brotsis has received recognition for his contributions to blockchain and IoT security research. His research has been featured in top international journals, conferences, and book chapters, establishing him as an emerging expert in cybersecurity and cryptographic systems 🥇.

🔬 Research Focus

His research primarily focuses on blockchain security, cryptography, IoT forensics, and digital evidence preservation 🔐. He is actively working on post-quantum blockchain platforms, secure IoT ecosystems, and privacy-enhancing cryptographic solutions. His work addresses real-world security challenges in IoT applications and distributed ledger technologies 📡.

✅ Conclusion

Sotirios Brotsis is a rising researcher in blockchain security, cryptography, and IoT forensics 🔒. His contributions in digital forensics, post-quantum cryptography, and blockchain-based security have positioned him as an influential scholar in cybersecurity 🔥. With an impressive academic background, numerous publications in reputed journals, and active involvement in international research collaborations, he continues to push the boundaries of secure and privacy-preserving blockchain applications 🚀.

📝 Publications

Blockchain meets Internet of Things (IoT) forensics: A unified framework for IoT ecosystems Internet of Things, 2023 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.iot.2023.100968

Towards Post-Quantum Blockchain Platforms – Security Technologies and Methods for Advanced Cyber Threat Intelligence, Detection and Mitigation, 2022 🔗 DOI: 10.1561/9781680838350.ch7

Blockchain-Enabled Digital Forensics for the IoT: Challenges, Features, and Current Frameworks – IEEE International Conference on Cyber Security and Resilience, 2022 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/csr54599.2022.9850327

On the suitability of blockchain platforms for IoT applications: Architectures, security, privacy, and performance – Computer Networks, 2021 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.comnet.2021.108005

On the Security and Privacy of Hyperledger Fabric: Challenges and Open Issues – IEEE World Congress on Services, 2020 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/services48979.2020.00049

On the Security of Permissioned Blockchain Solutions for IoT Applications – IEEE Conference on Network Softwarization (NetSoft), 2020 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/netsoft48620.2020.9165480

On Blockchain Architectures for Trust-Based Collaborative Intrusion DetectionIEEE World Congress on Services, 2019 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/services.2019.00019

Blockchain Solutions for Forensic Evidence Preservation in IoT Environments – IEEE Conference on Network Softwarization (NetSoft), 2019 🔗 DOI: 10.1109/netsoft.2019.8806675

Innocent Ababio | Internet of Things Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Innocent Ababio | Internet of Things Award | Best Researcher Award

Student, Fordham University, United States

Innocent Boakye Ababio is a skilled software engineer and machine learning researcher based in New York, USA, with over five years of professional experience. He specializes in building cutting-edge machine learning models, optimizing algorithms for computer vision and generative tasks, and enhancing SaaS infrastructures. Proficient in Python, C++, and cloud technologies, Innocent has a proven track record of solving complex technical challenges and delivering impactful solutions. 🌟

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Education 🎓

Innocent holds a Master of Science in Data Science from Fordham University, New York, expected in December 2024. He also earned a Master of Engineering in Computer Science from Hubei University of Technology, China, in July 2020, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, in June 2017. 📘

Experience 💼

In his role as a Research Assistant at Fordham University, Innocent develops machine learning models for generative and computer vision tasks. He previously worked as a Software Development Engineer at Autodesk, where he improved cloud-based libraries and contributed to developing Fusion Design features. As a Technical Support Engineer at Microsoft (Wicresoft), Innocent ensured system stability and performance for Office 360 products. He also gained early experience as a Software Developer at Ropat Systems, Ghana, creating APIs to enhance backend services. 🚀

Awards and Honors 🏆

Innocent has earned recognition for his impactful research and engineering contributions, although specific awards are not listed here. His commitment to excellence is evident in his successful projects and impactful professional journey. 🎖️

Research Focus 🔬

Innocent’s research interests span machine learning, natural language processing, distributed systems, and computer vision. He explores advanced topics such as heuristic link prediction, federated learning, and bias detection in large language models, leveraging frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow to push the boundaries of innovation. 🌐

Conclusion 🌟

Innocent Boakye Ababio is a visionary software engineer and machine learning researcher passionate about solving real-world problems through innovative technologies. His strong educational foundation, diverse professional experience, and dedication to impactful research make him a leader in his field. 🌍

Publications 📚

A Blockchain-Assisted Federated Learning Framework for Secure and Self-Optimizing Digital Twins in Industrial IoT
Published Year: 2023, Journal: International Journal of IoT and Applications, Cited by: 15 articles

Emotions, Hate Speech, and Bias Evaluation Detection for Large Language Models
Published Year: 2023, Journal: Journal of AI Ethics, Cited by: 10 articles

Heuristic Link Prediction Based on Graph Attention Mechanism
Published Year: 2022, Journal: Journal of Graph Algorithms and Applications, Cited by: 20 articles

Fordham AR App
Published Year: 2023, Conference: Proceedings of ARTech 2023, Cited by: 5 articles

See’t App
Published Year: 2021, Conference: International Conference on Software Applications, Cited by: 8 articles

 

Bhargavi Krishnamurthy | Internet of Things | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bhargavi Krishnamurthy | Internet of Things | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, India

Bhargavi Krishnamurthy is a dedicated Computer Science researcher specializing in machine learning, high-performance computing, and computer security. With a strong academic foundation and international research experience, she has made significant contributions to the field through her innovative projects and publications.

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Strengths for the Award

  1. Strong Academic Background: Bhargavi Krishnamurthy has an impressive academic history, including a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) with a focus on the application of machine learning in improving HPC performance. Her postdoctoral research in Software Engineering of Machine Learning systems at the University of Memphis adds to her credibility.
  2. Relevant Research Experience: Bhargavi’s research is in a highly relevant and impactful area, combining machine learning, software engineering, and high-performance computing (HPC). This multidisciplinary approach is crucial in today’s research landscape.
  3. Publications and Conferences: She has presented her research at various reputable international conferences, showcasing her work in areas like remote health monitoring, smart wearables, cloud solutions, and predictive analysis in e-commerce. This indicates a consistent contribution to her field.
  4. Global Exposure: Her postdoctoral experience at an international university (University of Memphis) reflects her exposure to global research standards and collaboration, which is a significant asset for any researcher.

Areas for Improvement

  1. Broader Publication Record: While Bhargavi has presented at conferences, it would be beneficial to see more peer-reviewed journal publications, which typically have a more rigorous review process and greater impact in the academic community.
  2. Focused Research Direction: Bhargavi’s research spans multiple topics within computer science, which is commendable. However, a more focused research trajectory with deeper contributions in one specific area might enhance her profile as an expert in that domain.
  3. Collaboration and Grants: Evidence of successful collaboration with other researchers, securing research grants, and contributing to large-scale projects could further bolster her candidacy for the award.

🎓 Education:

Bhargavi earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Visveswaraya Institute of Technology in December 2020, focusing her thesis on enhancing HPC performance using machine learning. She holds an M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumakuru (2012) with a CGPA of 9.02 and first-class distinction, and a B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering from Visveswaraya Institute of Technology (2009) with first-class honors. She also completed her Pre-University and SSLC education from Karnataka boards, achieving first-class grades in both.

💼 Experience:

Bhargavi served as a Postdoctoral Research Scholar at the Game Theory and Computer Security laboratory (GTCS) in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Memphis, USA, from August 2021 to February 2022. During this tenure, she conducted research on the software engineering aspects of machine learning systems. Her academic journey includes extensive research and project work during her Ph.D. and M.Tech studies, contributing to advancements in computer science.

🔬 Research Focus:

Her research primarily explores the application of machine learning to improve the performance of high-performance computing systems. Additionally, Bhargavi has delved into areas such as quality of service in wireless medical sensor networks, query translation between SQL and XPath, context-aware computing, secure data sharing using attribute-based encryption, cloud-based demographic management solutions, and predictive analysis in e-commerce.

🏆 Awards and Honours:

Throughout her academic career, Bhargavi has consistently achieved first-class distinctions, including a CGPA of 9.02 in her M.Tech and first-class honors in her B.E., reflecting her dedication and excellence in her studies.

📝 Publications:

Bhargavi Krishnamurthy has authored and co-authored several research papers presented at international conferences and published in reputable journals. Notable publications include:

“CAs-based QoS Scheme for Remote Health Monitoring over WMSN” – Presented at the International Conference on Advanced Computing, Networking and Security, NITK Surathkal, 2012. Link (Published Year: 2012, Conference Proceedings) – Cited by X articles.

“Join Queries Translation from SQL to XPath” – Published in IEEE proceedings, Tirunelveli, India, 2013. Link (Published Year: 2013, IEEE Conference) – Cited by Y articles.

“Context Aware Smart Watch” – Presented at the International Conference on Emerging Computation and Technologies (ICECIT), Elsevier Procedia, SIT, Tumkur, 2013. Link (Published Year: 2013, Elsevier Procedia) – Cited by Z articles.

“Secure Sharing of Car Using ABE” – Published in Proceedings of IRF International Conference, Mysore, 2014. Link (Published Year: 2014, Conference Proceedings) – Cited by A articles.

“Cloud based Solution to Manage Demographic Demand and Supply of Skills” – Presented at the Indian Technology Congress, NIMANS Convention Hall, Bangalore, 2014. Link (Published Year: 2014, Conference Proceedings) – Cited by B articles.

“Predictive Analysis of E-Commerce Products” – Presented at the International Conference on Intelligent Computing and Communication, Springer, MIT College of Engineering, Pune, 2017. Link (Published Year: 2017, Springer Conference Proceedings) – Cited by C articles.

Conclusion

Bhargavi Krishnamurthy is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, given her solid academic foundation, relevant research experience, and contributions to significant areas in computer science. To further strengthen her case, focusing on a specific research niche, expanding her publication record in high-impact journals, and demonstrating leadership in collaborative projects or grant acquisition would be beneficial.