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Our director:

Lola Cano, Director of Trust Lab and professor at Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT), Spain, has more than 25 years of experience in research and teaching. Author of two patents and numerous scientific publications, she has led important research projects at the national and regional level. As a member of the IEEE Artificial Intelligence Standardization Committee, she has received several awards, including the Research Group of Excellence and the Exemplary Reviewer Award from the IEEE Communications Society.

OUR DIRECTOR:

Lola Cano, Director of Trust Lab and professor at Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT), Spain, has more than 25 years of experience in research and teaching. Author of two patents and numerous scientific publications, she has led important research projects at the national and regional level. As a member of the IEEE Artificial Intelligence Standardization Committee, she has received several awards, including the Research Group of Excellence and the Exemplary Reviewer Award from the IEEE Communications Society.

VISION:

We transform technology into your most secure and reliable ally.

We lead in telecommunications security through innovation, collaboration, and training. Together, we create a bright and secure digital future for everyone.

MISSION:

At TRUST Lab, we confidently reinvent the future of cybersecurity.

We are dedicated to training exceptional talent, leading cutting-edge research, and creating innovative solutions that empower people, protect industries, and safeguard societies globally.

R&D&I Laboratory

R&D&I

Laboratory

At TRUST Lab, in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Cartagena and funded by the National Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE), we lead the research and development of advanced technologies in cybersecurity, privacy, and secure communications.

We are dedicated to creating a secure and reliable digital environment, offering high-level training for companies and young talent.

As part of the European University of Technology (EUt+) alliance, we work with global partners to enrich our research with international perspectives and access to a global network of cybersecurity knowledge. We use innovative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, 5G/6G, blockchain, cloud computing, automation, IoT, and the metaverse to develop cutting-edge solutions that address the most complex challenges of today’s digital world.

Our 3 pillars

Leadership in cybersecurity innovation

We lead innovation in cybersecurity with advanced solutions and global collaborations to protect critical infrastructure and personal data.

Advanced training and empowerment

Our advanced training programs train cybersecurity leaders, equipping them with technical skills and a solid understanding of data protection.

Strategic collaboration for a secure future

We are the ideal strategic partner for companies seeking robust and practical cybersecurity solutions. We offer joint projects, specialized consulting, and customized training programs for a secure and reliable digital future.

THE POWER OF
COLLABORATION

At TRUST Lab, we know that with the power of collaboration, we will overcome any cybersecurity challenge.

We work with a wide network of partners, from large companies to startups and government agencies, to develop innovative and effective solutions.

Our collaborations include joint research projects, advanced solution development, specialized consulting, and training programs tailored to the specific needs of our partners.

With governments, we actively contribute to the formulation of cybersecurity policies and regulations, providing technical advice and participating in key initiatives to protect critical infrastructure.

We are active members of global networks dedicated to cybersecurity and privacy, where we share knowledge about emerging threats and design collaborative strategies. Our participation in the IEEE Artificial Intelligence Standardization Committee reinforces our commitment to excellence and leadership in the international arena.

THE POWER OF COLLABORATION

At TRUST Lab, we know that with the power of collaboration, we will overcome any cybersecurity challenge.

We work with a wide network of partners, from large companies to startups and government agencies, to develop innovative and effective solutions.

Our collaborations include joint research projects, advanced solution development, specialized consulting, and training programs tailored to the specific needs of our partners.

Team-1 — **Lola Cano**
Director | Professor

Team-4 — **Ángela de la Llana**
Communications Director

Trs-3-1-1 — **Mohammed Alazzawi**
Doctoral Researcher

Team-4(4) — **Raúl Castro**
Junior Researcher

Team-4(1) — **Andrea Villacís**
Junior Researcher

Team-4(2) — **Iván Quiñonero**
Junior Researcher

**Cristian Calzadilla**
Junior Researcher

Team-4(6) — **Antonio Javier García**
Professor

Team-4(7) — **Fernando Losilla**
Professor

Team-4(9) — **Jose María Malgosa**
Professor

Team-4(10) — **Juan Carlos Sánchez**
Professor

Team-4(11) — **Juan Pedro Muñoz**
Professor

Team-4(12) — **Pilar Manzanares**
Professor

Team-4(13) — **Rafael Asorey**
Professor

Diseno-sin-titulo-4 — **Juan José Alcaraz**
Professor

4-1 — **Antonio Venero**
External Collaborator

3-1 — **Manolo Asensio**
External Collaborator

Team-4(14) — **Yves Bernard**
Researcher

Team-4(3) — **Hamza Hmiddouch**
Junior Researcher

Team-4(5) — **Abel López**
Junior Researcher

Trs-2-1 — **Viinesh Kerisnan**
Visiting Scholar

Our diverse and talented team is dedicated to cybersecurity, privacy, and secure communications. We value international collaboration, integrating diverse global perspectives to drive innovation and develop effective solutions. Together, we are moving toward the safer and more trustworthy society we all want.

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