Research & Innovation
Advancing the frontiers of forensic science, digital forensics, and cyber security through cutting-edge research, innovation, and global collaboration.
Research Areas
Ongoing Projects
AI-Driven Deepfake Detection Framework
Developing a comprehensive framework for detecting AI-generated deepfake videos and audio using convolutional neural networks and spectral analysis.
Blockchain Evidence Preservation Protocol
Creating immutable evidence preservation protocols using blockchain technology to ensure chain of custody integrity in digital forensic investigations.
IoT Device Forensic Toolkit Development
Building an open-source forensic toolkit for extracting and analyzing evidence from IoT devices including smart home systems, wearables, and industrial sensors.
Cyber Crime Pattern Analysis Using ML
Applying machine learning to analyze patterns in cyber crime data for predictive policing and early threat detection in collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
Recent Publications
"Advanced Techniques in Mobile Device Forensics: A Systematic Review"
International Journal of Digital Forensics, 2025
Comprehensive review of emerging mobile forensic techniques including logical and physical extraction methods for modern smartphones.
"AI-Enhanced Crime Scene Analysis: Opportunities and Challenges"
Forensic Science International: Digital Investigation, 2025
Exploration of artificial intelligence applications in automated crime scene analysis and evidence pattern recognition.
"Blockchain-Based Evidence Integrity in Digital Forensics"
Journal of Cyber Security Technology, 2024
Novel approach to using distributed ledger technology for ensuring tamper-proof chain of custody in digital evidence handling.
"Ransomware Evolution: Forensic Analysis of Modern Variants"
Computers & Security, 2024
Forensic analysis of latest ransomware families including encryption mechanisms, C2 communication patterns, and recovery techniques.
Research Collaborations
We collaborate with leading institutions, law enforcement agencies, and industry partners worldwide to advance forensic science and cyber security research.
Academic Partners
12+ international universities
Government Agencies
8+ law enforcement partners
Industry Partners
15+ technology companies
International Orgs
5+ global organizations
Research Centres
Centre for Digital Forensics Research
State-of-the-art digital forensic lab with advanced tools for computer, mobile, network, and cloud forensics research.
Centre for Cyber Security Excellence
Dedicated cyber security research facility with sandbox environments, SIEM systems, and threat intelligence platforms.
Centre for AI & Forensic Innovation
Research centre focused on applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to forensic science challenges.
Innovation Initiatives
Student Research Program
Encouraging undergraduate and postgraduate students to engage in supervised research projects with publications and conference presentations.
Forensic Hackathons
Annual hackathon events challenging participants to solve forensic puzzles, develop new tools, and innovate investigation methodologies.
Open Source Tools
Development and maintenance of open-source forensic and cyber security tools contributed to the global community.
Industry Sponsored Research
Collaborative research projects funded by industry partners addressing real-world forensic and security challenges.