Benz Tran's Portfolio

As a computer science professor, I am passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and society. Through my research, teaching, and community engagement, I strive to create meaningful, positive change in both the academic and broader communities.

Research

My research centers on the design and development of secure, privacy-preserving systems, with a particular focus on voice assistant technologies. I aim to address real-world privacy and security challenges that arise as these technologies become more integrated into daily life. My work has been published in leading conferences and journals, including the IEEE Conference on Privacy, Security & Trust (PST), Springer Peer-to-Peer Networking and Applications (PPNA), IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech and Signal Processing (ICASSP), and the IEEE International Conference on Communications (ICC).

Teaching

Teaching is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my academic career. I have had the opportunity to teach a variety of computer science courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including Introduction to Computer Science, Computer Networks, Data Structures and Algorithms, and Security and Privacy in Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Machine Learning. I am deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment where all students feel empowered to succeed and grow.

Community Engagement

I strongly believe in the power of technology to drive social good. In my community engagement efforts, I have partnered with local non-profit organizations to develop practical technology solutions that address critical social challenges. 

In all aspects of my work, my goal is to leverage my expertise in computer science to make a meaningful and lasting impact. I am always open to new opportunities for collaboration-whether in research, education, or community initiatives-so please don't hesitate to reach out!