Dr. Negalign Wake Hundera | Network Security and Cryptography | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Negalign Wake Hundera, Zhejiang Normal University, China

Dr. Negalign Wake Hundera is an accomplished academician and researcher with expertise in network security, cryptography, and cloud computing. Holding a Ph.D. in Software Engineering from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, and prior degrees from esteemed institutions in both China and Ethiopia, he has a strong foundation in academia. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Zhejiang Normal University, his contributions extend beyond research to mentoring students and securing funding for projects. With a passion for exploring the intersection of technology and real-world applications, he seeks to leverage his skills in innovative environments. Outside academia, he enjoys reading, cooking, and sports like football and table tennis. 🌐🔒🖥️

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🎓 Education:

Negalign holds a Ph.D. in Software Engineering from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, along with an M.Sc. in Computer Science and Technology from the same institution. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Jimma University, Ethiopia. His research interests span various areas including network security, public key cryptography, IoT, cloud computing, and deep learning.

💼 Employment History:

Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Zhejiang Normal University, Negalign has been actively engaged in research and academic activities. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistance Professor for Computer Science at Wolkite University, Ethiopia, and as a Lecturer for Computer Science Department at the same university. He also served as an Information Communication and Network Infrastructure Team Leader at Wolkite University.

🔧 Skills:

Negalign possesses expertise in academic writing, teaching, programming languages such as Python, C, and Java, network administration and designing, LANs/WANs, and Internet/Intranet management. He is proficient in troubleshooting network connectivity issues and is well-versed in various protocols and security measures.

📚 Publications:

Negalign has numerous publications in esteemed journals and conferences, covering topics like network security, cloud computing, IoT, and cryptography. His research contributions have been recognized in various academic circles.

🏆 Awards & Certifications:

He has received several academic achievement certificates and awards from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. Additionally, he holds certifications in Cisco instruction, maintenance and networking training, and SPSS.

Publication Top Notes:

Title: Permission-based separation of duty in dynamic role-based access control model
- Journal: Symmetry
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 24
Title: A Secure and Efficient Identity-Based Proxy Signcryption in Cloud Data Sharing
- Journal: KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Systems (TIIS)
- Year: 2020
- Citations: 18
Title: A hybrid cnn-lstm model for virtual machine workload forecasting in cloud data center
- Conference: 2021 18th International Computer Conference on Wavelet Active Media
- Year: 2021
- Citations: 11
Title: The Internet of vehicles and smart cities
- Journal: Annals of Telecommunications
- Year: 2021
- Citations: 10
Title: DNACDS: Cloud IoE big data security and accessing scheme based on DNA cryptography
- Journal: Frontiers of Computer Science
- Year: 2024

Dr. Hongmei Pei | Cryptograph | Excellence in Research

Dr. Hongmei Pei, Southeast University, China

Hongmei Pei is a dynamic researcher specializing in blockchain and privacy protection, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science at Southeast University. With a Master’s degree from Lanzhou University of Technology, she has expertise in Java and Python programming, cryptography techniques including CP-ABE and searchable encryption, and blockchain platforms like Fabric and Ethereum. Her groundbreaking work spans articles and patents, notably on blockchain data privacy and secure data sharing in the Internet of Medical Things. Prior to her doctoral studies, she served as a Senior Standards Consultant and Assessment Engineer, demonstrating meticulousness and expertise in information security standards and system evaluations. With a passion for problem-solving and a cheerful demeanor, she excels in communication and collaboration, embodying a strong work ethic and a commitment to efficiency. 🌟

💼 Work Experience:

Beijing QIMING Star Senior Standards Consultant: Participated in standard online and offline expert seminars, responsible for national information security standards, and collated standard opinions.

CARS LCRI Assessment Engineer: Conducted evaluations and report writing for railway information systems, and revised technical safety standard recommendations.

Southeast University Ph.D. Candidate: Research interests include blockchain and privacy protection in the Internet of Medical Things.

Publication Top Notes:

Blockchain Data Sharing Scheme Based on Searchable Agent Re-Encryption
- Published in the International Journal of Network Security.
- Year: 2021
- Contributors: Feng, Tao; Pei, Hongmei; Xie, Pengshoou; Feng, Xiaoqing; others
Blockchain Data Privacy Access Control Based on Searchable Attribute Encryption
- Published in Computers, Materials & Continua.
- Year: 2020
- Contributors: Tao Feng; Hongmei Pei; Rong Ma; Youliang Tian; Xiaoqin Feng