Cybersecurity, Wireless Networks, Internet of Things, Internet of Everything, Computer Networks, Intelligent Transportation Systems

Teaching interests include Wireless Sensor Networks/IoT/IoE Cyber-Physical systems for Smart Manufacturing Securing Remote Control Operations Environment monitoring sensor networks. Cryptography/Encryption algorithms. Data Security and Network Security protocols. Security for the Cloud. Formal verification methods Intelligent Transportation Systems Artificial Intelligence

Dr. Kashif Naseer Qureshi is currently serving as a Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering at the esteemed University of Limerick. His dedication to academia is mirrored in his role as a principal investigator for a Government-funded cybersecurity projects. Dr. Qureshi's name stands proudly within the top 2% of scientists globally, as acknowledged by Stanford University, USA. Commencing in 2020 and extending through 2022, he garnered consecutive Best Researcher Awards for his outstanding and impactful work. With a wealth of expertise spanning fourteen years, Dr. Qureshi's career is distinguished by his dual proficiency in teaching and research within prestigious academic institutions. His academic journey culminated in the attainment of a Ph.D. Degree from the University Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in 2016, where his specialization centered on wireless communication. Prior to this, he achieved Master's degrees in Computer Science (MCS) and Information Technologies (MSIT) from renowned universities. His qualifications extend beyond the theoretical, as he is a certified network professional by both Cisco and Microsoft. Dr. Qureshi's collaborative efforts have traversed the globe, encompassing ventures in the United Kingdom, Canada, Korea, Malaysia, and China. These cooperative projects have been instrumental in the realms of cyber security, wireless communication, smart cities, IoTs, artificial intelligence, intelligent transportation systems, ad hoc networks, and cyber-physical systems. His intellectual prowess is evidenced by the publication of approximately 169 research papers in esteemed international journals, collectively amassing a noteworthy Impact Factor score exceeding 400. In recent times, his scholarly pursuits have focused on critical domains such as cybersecurity, trust-oriented edge and cloud solutions, secure Internet connectivity for vehicles, drone-enabled networking security, electric vehicle charging management, and safeguarded healthcare systems. Beyond his research contributions, Dr. Qureshi has taken on additional roles as an Associate and Guest Editor in distinguished SCI journals, as well as special issues for esteemed platforms such as IEEE, Sensors, and Hindawi. His multifaceted engagements underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation within his fields of expertise.