Cyber-Physical Systems

About the research group

In today’s digitalized world, cyber-physical systems (CPS) form the backbone of smart societies, integrating computational intelligence with physical processes. These systems encompass everything from smart devices to complex industrial automation, enabling seamless interaction between the digital and physical realms.

Research Focus

to advance the design, development, and application of CPS
their integration with social systems

Our research lays the foundation for CPS through algorithmic innovations, software development, and computational modeling.

Our work spans multiple disciplines, including:

Automation and control systems
Smart Energy Harvesting and Optimization
Telecommunications and wireless networks
Data science and artificial intelligence
Information technology and cybersecurity
Computer science and software engineering
Information systems and human-CPS interaction
Space technology

We generate scientific knowledge and develop cutting-edge solutions that position CPS as essential building blocks for a smart, resilient, and sustainable society. We strive to drive technological innovation, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and address complex challenges in CPS development.

Recognising the critical role of CPS in modern society, we have identified key research areas that align with our mission and societal needs.

Latest updates

Dissertation 08.12.2025

The weakest link in healthcare cybersecurity is often not the software but the people who use it

Dissertation 20.11.2025

An integrated approach to cybersecurity is key to reducing critical infrastructure vulnerability

News 13.03.2025

New AI project aims to prevent cyberattacks on wireless networks

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Seminars and conferences

3.-7.10.2026

NordiCHI 2026 – Nordic Conference on Human-Computer Interaction

Vaasa

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Research projects

Publications

Publication year	Publication	Authors
2026	UWB Indoor Positioning: A Comparative Study of Machine Learning Models for Precise Robot Localization	Noah, Adel; Elmusrati, Mohammed; Välisuo, Petri; Aljarrah, Mustafa
2026	The Implementation of a Symmetric Lightweight Cryptographic Algorithm called SECURE-BEE Applicable in Communicating Embedded Systems	Glocker, Tobias; Mantere, Timo
2025	Insider Deviant Behavior in Cybersecurity	Anti, Emmanuel
2025	An Integration of Cyberprivacy, Cybersecurity, and Smart Grid Strategies for Protecting Critical Infrastructure	Eltahawy, Bahaa
2025	Recognition of Subtle Colour Differences: A Comparative Study of Machine Learning and Colour Difference Metrics	Isohanni, Jari
2025	A Unified Application Profile Model for Microservices-Based Applications in the Cloud-Edge Computing Continuum	Kadouma, Abdelhak; Afolabi, Ibrahim; Shukla, Amit; Bagaa, Miloud; Ksentini, Adlen; Elmusrati, Mohammed
2025	Toward a Next-Generation Data Center Management System: Enabling Application-Aware Integration	Kahil, Hussain; Saleh, Talal; Välisuo, Petri
2025	ML-Based UAV Routing with Dynamic Geofencing Using 5G NEF and CAMARA APIs	Kribaa, Wassim; Bagaa, Miloud; Afolabi, Ibrahim; Ksentini, Adlen; Elmusrati, Mohammed; Välisuo, Petri
2025	Cybersecurity of Healthcare : Socio-technical Analysis and Solutions	Ewoh, Pius
2025	Empirical Evaluation of GNSS Timing Spoofing and Detection Using Machine Learning	Safi, Muhammad; Kuusniemi, Heidi; Elsanhoury, Mahmoud; Välisuo, Petri