Atefeh (Atty) Mashatan

Dr. Atefeh (Atty) Mashatan is a Canada Research Chair and an Associate Professor of Information Technology Management as well as the founding director of the Cybersecurity Research Lab at Toronto Metropolitan University. She received the B.Math. degree (Hons.) from Carleton University, in 2002, the M.Math. degree from the University of Waterloo, in 2003, and the Ph.D. degree in combinatorics and optimization specializing in cryptography from the University of Waterloo, in 2009. She is recognized as an expert in cryptography, blockchain technology, quantum-resistant solutions, enterprise security architecture and IoT security. Dr. Mashatan has received numerous prestigious awards, was recognized twice as one of Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada in STEM and in Executive Leaders categories, as well as one of the Top 25 Women of Influence for her efforts in advocating for women in cybersecurity. She serves on various committees, including the advisory group for the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst's Mastercard Emerging Leaders Cyber Initiative and the national Quantum Advisory Council for Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.