Research Interests
My expertise lies in the intersection of AI and Security, where I concentrate on the practical application of AI in security domains such as software, IoT, and Cyber-Physical Systems security. Additionally, I investigate and mitigate security vulnerabilities in AI algorithms. My extensive research background spans more than a decade and encompasses the creation of 80+ publications, patents, and technology transfers to the industry. Within my research field, I have taken on diverse roles, including that of an invited speaker, guest editor, and technical co-chair. Join us at the SECAI 2025 workshop in ESORICS 2025, or contemplate submitting your research to our special issue titled "Advances in Security Countermeasures for Medical Sensor Networks" in the Internet of Things Journal (IF 5.9).
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6430-9558
Funded Research
2025, Co-PI of the project titled Digital Twin for Industrial Energy Management, funded through the India–UK Collaborative R&D for Industrial Sustainability (Round 2) competition by Innovate UK. Project partners include Alta Vision UK Ltd and MetFuel Ltd in India.
2025, PI of the project titled Evaluation of Edge Computing for AI-Powered Renewable Mini-Grids (AR-Mini), The Scottish Inward Investment Catalyst Fund. Project partners include Alta Vision UK Ltd.
2024, Co-PI of the project titled Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Identify and Prevent Terrorism in Prisons: Legislative Gaps and Technological Solutions, funded by The Counter Terrorism Research Lab (CTRL) and Accelerated Capability Environment (Home office).
2024, Co-PI of the project titled Cybersecurity Assessment of Energy Grids Using Digital Twins for EV Applications, funded by the EPSRC through the ‘Building a Secure and Resilient World’ competition and delivered by Innovate UK. Project partners include Secure Elements, CyberAutonomy, and AESIN (TechWorks).
2023, PI of the project titled AI Powered Automated Vulnerability Anti-Patterns System, funded by the Data Lab. Project partners include CyberShell Ltd.
2022, PI of the project titled AR-Mini: AI-powered renewable mini-grids for rural regions in Sri Lanka, funded by Innovate UK Energy Catalyst (Round 9). Project partners include Alta Vision Ltd.
2021, PI of the project titled AI-Powered Automated Vulnerability Anti-Patterns System for Software Security (TRL 5-7 Prototype Development), funded by the Scottish Funding Council. Project partners include CyberShell Ltd.
2021, PI of the project titled AI-Powered Automated Vulnerability Anti-Patterns System for Software Security (Feasibility Study Extension), funded by the Scottish Funding Council. Project partners include CyberShell Ltd.
2020, PI of the project titled AI-Powered Automated Vulnerability Anti-Patterns System for Software Security (Feasibility Study), funded by the Scottish Funding Council.
2019, PI of fully funded PhD studentship (jointly funded by RGU and HORIBA MIRA Ltd.). Project title: Protecting Vehicles from Cyber Attacks. Project partners include HORIBA MIRA Ltd.
2018, PI of Pump Priming Grant Award 2018. Project title: Anomaly Detection in Controller Area Networks (CAN bus). Project partners include HORIBA MIRA Ltd.
2017, Co-PI of a GCHQ small grant award 2017. Project title: Equipment for User Behavioural Analytics Framework
Doctoral Students
David Fisher-Holt (Principal supervisor)
Robert Paisley (Co-supervisor)
Nadeeka Withana Pathirannahalage (Co-supervisor)
Christopher Middleton (Principal supervisor)
Janaka Senanayake (Principal supervisor) - Completed!
Sampath Rajapaksha (Principal supervisor) - Completed!
Chamath Palihawadana (Co-supervisor) - Completed!
Uneneibotejit Otokwala (Co-supervisor) - Completed!
Muhammad Shadi Hajar (Principal supervisor) - Completed!
Idris Zakariyya (Principal supervisor) - Completed!
** I am currently accepting self-funded PhD candidates to pursue research in AI-enhanced penetration testing and the security evaluation of AI-embedded systems (including security testing of AI itself). If you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, such as Mathematics or Data Science with computing components, and have a strong interest in Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence, feel free to get in touch.