Title: Hardware Security Vulnerabilities in Deep Neural Networks and Mitigations Date: 12/4/2023 Time: 10:30:00 AM Committee Members: Prof. Yunsi Fei (Advisor) Prof. Aidong Ding Prof. Xue Lin Prof. Xiaolin Xu Abstract: In the past decade, Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) have become pivotal in numerous fields, including security-sensitive autonomous driving and privacy-critical medical diagnosis. This Ph.D. […]
Title: COPILOT: Cooperative Perception using Lidar for Handoffs between Road Side Units Committee Members: Prof. Kaushik Chowdhury (Advisor) Prof. Stratis Ioannidis Prof. Jennifer Dy Abstract: This thesis presents COPILOT, a ML-based approach that allows vehicles requiring ubiquitous high bandwidth connectivity to identify the most suitable road side units (RSUs) through proactive handoffs. By cooperatively exchanging […]
Title: Wireless Intelligence: A Comprehensive Exploration of AI-Driven Solutions in Channel Estimation, Beam Refinement, and Protocol Classification for Next Generation Networks Committee Members: Prof. Kaushik Chowdhury (advisor) Prof. Stratis Ioannidis Dr. Chris Dick Abstract: his thesis explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on wireless systems through model-driven simulations and real-world datasets, with a […]
Title: Experimental research on the Nonlinear Magnetoelectric Effect of the VLF ME Antennas Committee Members: Prof. Nian Sun (Advisor) Prof. Yongmin Liu Prof. Xufeng Zhang Abstract: Magnetoelectric (ME) coupling effects in ferromagnetic and piezoelectric composites involve the control of electric polarization (P) by applying a magnetic field (H) (direct ME effect), or the manipulation of […]
Title: Complex Delayed Networks and Their Application in Epidemic Analysis: Modeling, Analysis, and Strategic Management Committee Members: Prof. Milad Siami (Advisor) Prof. Bahram Shafai Prof. Rozhin Hajian Abstract: In the face of crowd-related disasters like pandemics and mass attacks, the complex dynamics of human interactions demand comprehensive modeling approaches. This proposal adopts a network-based perspective, […]
Title: Network Security Management and Threat Mitigation in the Open Cloud Committee Members: Prof. Miriam Leeser (Advisor) Prof. Michael Zink Prof. Xiaolin Xu Abstract: Cloud computing and advanced cyberinfrastructures are increasingly vital to the functioning of Internet systems. Every day, more devices are added to the cloud, to provide greater resource utilization, availability, and scalability. […]
Title: "Smart Microwave Devices with Programable Printed Circuit Board (PPCB): Design with Liquid Crystal Elastomer Polymers in Transmission Lines and Circulators" Committee Members: 1) Professor Nian X. Sun (Advisor) 2) Professor Marvin Onabajo 3) Professor Yongmin Liu Abstract: This study explores the innovative application of liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) polymers in the design and implementation […]
Title:Confidentiality and Privacy Preserving: Intertwining Deep Learning and Side-channel Analysis Meeting ID: 976 4324 8925 Passcode: 779251 Committee Members: Prof. Yunsi Fei (Advisor) Prof. Adam Ding Prof. Lili Su Abstract: In the past decade, deep learning-empowered technologies have significantly permeated our daily lives, revolutionizing diverse application domains with superb performance. In hardware security, deep learning […]
Fireside Chat on the Power of Psychological Safety with Award-Winning Engineer and Industry Consultant Dr. Mark McBride-Wright and Northeastern’s College of Engineering Dean Gregory Abowd. Learn how inclusivity in the workplace and beyond can ensure mental and physical safety. Understand how to use DEI to maximize skillsets. Explore impactful case studies increasing representation of minoritized […]
Speaker: Prof. David Horsley Talk: "Systems Based on Ultrasonic MEMS: Commercialization and Future Directions" Date & Time: Tuesday, 12th March, 6 - 8pm (Eastern Time) Location: Northeastern University - Innovation Campus, Burlington 147 S. Bedford Street Building 5 Conference Hall Burlington, MA 01803 Please RSVP at your earliest convenience. This will be an in-person meeting. Agenda: 6 - 6:45pm: […]