Partners & Affiliations
CISS Global grows stronger through strategic partnerships with researchers, universities, think tanks, and policy institutions around the world. Our global partner network supports knowledge exchange, strengthens policy relevance, and enables joint research initiatives across regions and disciplines.
China
CISS Global collaborates with academic and research partners in China to advance interdisciplinary research, knowledge exchange, and comparative policy analysis. These collaborations focus on shared global challenges, including technology governance, sustainable development, and international security.
Collaborating Professors
- PhD
- Professor (Associate) at Nanjing University of Science and Technology
- School of Electronic and Optical Engineering, Nanjing, China
Collaboration area: Photoacoustic imaging for biomedical applications, optical super-resolution imaging, laser ultrasonic non-destructive techniques and instrumentation.
Prof. Dongliang Gao
Professor, School of Physical Science and Technology, Soochow University,
Collaboration area: Light Scattering, Optical Force, Optical Manipulation
Partner Institutes
Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NJUST)
CISS Global collaborates with the Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NUST) to advance interdisciplinary research in engineering, applied sciences, and technology-driven policy studies. NJUST is recognized for its strengths in electronic systems, materials science, information technology, and advanced manufacturing.
This affiliation supports joint research dialogue, academic exchange, and collaborative initiatives addressing emerging technologies, security considerations, and sustainable development challenges. Through engagement with NJUST researchers, CISS Global strengthens its research presence and knowledge exchange in China’s innovation ecosystem.
Suzhou City University
CISS Global maintains an academic affiliation with Suzhou City University, supporting collaboration in applied research, innovation studies, and interdisciplinary education. The partnership emphasizes knowledge exchange in engineering, information technologies, and regional development aligned with global research priorities.
Through this collaboration, CISS Global engages with faculty and researchers to explore joint initiatives, academic exchange, and research activities that connect technological innovation with policy and societal impact.
Korea
CISS Global’s partnerships in Korea emphasize advanced research collaboration, academic exchange, and joint initiatives in emerging technologies, security studies, and global policy research.
Collaborating Professors
Prof. Junsuk Rho
Professor / Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
Department of Electrical Engineering
School of Quantum Science and Technology
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH).
Collaboration area: Metamaterials, Metasurfaces, Nanophotonics, Nanofabrication, Nanomanufacturing.
Prof. Inki Kim
Associate Professor of Biophysics, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
Collaboration area:Nanophotonics, Metamaterials, Metasurfaces, Plasmonics, Biophotonics.
Partner Institutes
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
CISS Global maintains collaborative ties with Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), one of Korea’s leading research universities with a strong focus on engineering, artificial intelligence, energy systems, and applied sciences. This partnership emphasizes interdisciplinary research, academic collaboration, and knowledge exchange across technology and policy domains.
Through engagement with SKKU faculty and research centers, CISS Global advances joint initiatives in innovation studies, technology governance, and sustainable development. The collaboration also supports faculty interaction, student engagement, and shared participation in international research networks.
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
CISS Global collaborates with the Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) to support advanced research and academic exchange in science, engineering, and emerging technologies. Recognized globally for its strengths in materials science, photonics, computational research, and advanced engineering, POSTECH serves as a key partner in fostering high-impact, interdisciplinary collaboration.
This affiliation supports joint research initiatives, scholarly exchange, and dialogue on technology-driven innovation with relevance to global policy, security, and sustainable development. Through collaboration with POSTECH researchers, CISS Global strengthens its engagement with cutting-edge scientific research in East Asia.
United States
CISS Global collaborates with academic institutions, research centers, and policy organizations in the United States to advance interdisciplinary research, technology policy analysis, and innovation-driven solutions. These partnerships support evidence-based research, academic exchange, and engagement with global scientific and policy communities.
Collaborating Professors
Dr. Muhammad Rizwan
Assistant Professor /Biomedical Engineering | Ophthalmology
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW), USA
Collaboration area: Biomaterials Engineering, Cell Transplantation, Cell-Matrix Interactions, Regenerative Medicine, Stimuli-responsive Hydrogels, Tissue Engineering
Partner Institutes
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern), USA
CISS Global collaborates with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) on interdisciplinary research in biomedical science, healthcare technologies, and translational research, bridging engineering innovation with clinical applications.
United Kingdom
CISS Global collaborates with academic institutions and research organizations in the United Kingdom to advance interdisciplinary research, policy-relevant studies, and international knowledge exchange. These partnerships emphasize rigorous scholarship, evidence-based analysis, and collaborative engagement on global scientific and societal challenges.
Collaborating Professors
Professor in Digital Innovation
Nottingham Trent University (NTU), United Kingdom
Collaboration area: 5G-NR, Quantum communication, Machine Learning, Smart IoT, Satellite Communication
Professor of Applied Electromagnetics and Sensing (Electronic & Nanoscale Engineering)
School of Engineering, Room 626, James Watt Building (South), University of Glasgow
Collaboration area: Bio-EM, Wearables/implants, Nano communication, Antenna/RIS and 5G/6G Innovation.
Partner Institutes
Nottingham Trent University (NTU), United Kingdom
CISS Global collaborates with Nottingham Trent University (NTU) to support interdisciplinary research, academic exchange, and applied innovation across engineering, digital technologies, and policy-relevant studies. NTU is recognized for its strengths in applied research, industry engagement, and impact-driven scholarship.
This affiliation emphasizes collaborative research initiatives, knowledge exchange, and engagement at the intersection of technology, innovation, and societal challenges. Through collaboration with NTU researchers, CISS Global strengthens its applied research portfolio and contributes to solutions with real-world relevance.
University of Glasgow, United Kingdom
CISS Global maintains an academic affiliation with the University of Glasgow, one of the United Kingdom’s leading research-intensive universities with a strong global reputation in science, engineering, and interdisciplinary research. The collaboration supports joint research activities, scholarly exchange, and international engagement.
Through this partnership, CISS Global engages with University of Glasgow faculty and research groups on initiatives spanning advanced engineering, data-driven research, sustainability, and global policy challenges. The affiliation reinforces CISS Global’s commitment to rigorous research and international collaboration.
Italy
CISS Global collaborates with academic and research institutions in Italy to advance interdisciplinary research, scientific cooperation, and international knowledge exchange. These partnerships support collaborative initiatives across engineering, emerging technologies, and science-informed policy research.
Through engagement with Italian universities and research centers, CISS Global strengthens cross-regional research dialogue and contributes to joint projects addressing global technological and societal challenges.
Collaborating Professors
Dr. Humberto Cabrera Morales
Postdoctoral Fellow
The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)
Collaboration area: Photothermal spectroscopy, thermal lens microscopy, interferometry laser.
Partner Institutes
International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Italy
CISS Global maintains an academic affiliation with the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), a globally recognized research institution dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and capacity building in physics, mathematics, and related interdisciplinary fields.
This collaboration supports research exchange, scholarly dialogue, and engagement on advanced scientific topics, including computational science, theoretical modeling, and emerging technologies. Through its affiliation with ICTP, CISS Global contributes to international scientific cooperation and the dissemination of knowledge across disciplines and regions.
Singapore
CISS Global collaborates with academic and research institutions in Singapore to support interdisciplinary research, international academic exchange, and science-informed policy engagement. These partnerships strengthen collaboration in advanced engineering, digital technologies, sustainability, and global innovation ecosystems.
Through engagement with Singapore-based institutions, CISS Global enhances its presence in Asia’s leading research and innovation hub and contributes to cross-regional knowledge exchange.
Collaborating Professors
Prof. DANNER, Aaron
Collaboration area: optoelectronics, VCSELs, solar cells, nonlinear optics, chip-based optics.
Prof. QIU, Cheng Wei
Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, National University Of Singapore.
Collaboration area:Electromagnetics, metaphotonics, low-dimensional material optics.
Partner Institutes
National University Of Singapore (NUS), Singapore
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