Network Security Research Group (NSRG)

Welcome to the Network Security Research Group (NSRG), where we strive to explore the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. With a dedicated team of experts, we aim to innovate, analyze, and develop solutions to safeguard digital networks against emerging threats.

About NSRG

Cryptographic Solutions

Cyber Security

Awareness and Education, Cybersecurity Ecosystem

Digital Authentication

Identity Management Authentication Protocols Internet of Things

Biometrics

Personal Identification, Authentication Protocols Biometrics System Security

Technological Innovation Management

Open Innovation in GCC, Innovation Ecosystem

Multimedia Security

Multimedia Forensics, Digital Quran Security, Digital Contents Security

Cloud Computing Security

Cloud Authentication, Cloud Data Security, Cloud Privacy

NSRG Founder

Dr. Khalid Mahmood (Founder)

Dr. Khalid Mahmood, a distinguished scholar in the field of computer science, holds a Ph.D. from the International Islamic University in Islamabad, Pakistan, awarded in 2018. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Future Technology Research Center at National Yunlin University of Science and Technology in Yunlin, Taiwan. Dr. Mahmood's expertise and contributions to the field have earned him recognition as one of the top 2% scientists globally, as acknowledged by Stanford University.

70+

No. of Publications

341.38

Impact Factor

51

i10 index

22

h-index

2029+

Citations

NSRG Members

Esteemed Members of NSRG

Muhammad Asad Saleem

“Muhammad Asad Saleem, a prominent figure in NSRG since 2019, demonstrates exceptional expertise in network security and cryptography through extensive academic publications and research contributions.”

Salman Shamshad

“Mr. Salman Shamshad is a distinguished researcher specializing in network security, currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Bristol after obtaining his Master's from COMSATS University Islamabad. He is actively serving as a reviewer and TPC member for prestigious journals and international conferences.”

Muhammad Faizan Ayub

“Muhammad Faizan Ayub, a prominent member of NSRG since 2019, demonstrates outstanding contributions in network security research, with 19 articles published in prestigious journals and a significant impact factor, showcasing his global commitment and expertise.”

Zahid Ghaffar

“Zahid Ghaffar, an NSRG member, is pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science in Taiwan, focusing on network security and cryptography. He has authored over 13 papers in reputed journals, with an impact factor of 70 and over 170 citations on Google Scholar.”

Tayyaba Tariq

“Tayyaba Tariq, an active NSRG member since 2023, is pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science with research interests in network security, cryptography, and data analysis. She has authored over 7 papers and holds an h-index of 5 on Google Scholar.”

Waseem Akram

“Waseem Akram, a PhD scholar at National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, has extensive experience in teaching and research, focusing on information security, network security, and lightweight cryptography protocols.”

Muhammad Awais

“Syed Muhammad Awais, a dedicated NSRG member, advances network security through Ph.D. research at Chongqing University, emphasizing lightweight cryptography and authenticated key agreement schemes.”

Dr. Muhammad Sanaullah

“Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Sanaullah Badar, an NSRG member and Assistant Professor at Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Agriculture University Multan, is an expert in cyber security and AI, with extensive experience in research and teaching.”

Shafiq Ahmed

“Shafiq Ahmed, a leading figure in network security research, boasts over 8 impactful articles and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, focusing on cutting-edge cybersecurity domains, including V2G, VANET, and IoT, setting the stage for significant advancements in securing the digital world.”

Muhammad Wahid Akram

“Muhammad Wahid Akram, a Deakin University PhD scholar, contributes to NSRG in network security research, publishing in prestigious journals with a cumulative impact factor of 15.789 and engaging in article reviewing for reputable journals.”