List of Contributors

Senior Professor Randall K. Nichols (Managing Editor* / Author)

Randall K. Nichols is a Senior Professor of Practice (SPOP) at Kansas State University Aerospace and Technology Campus in Salina, Kansas. Nichols serves as Director of GC Aerospace Cyber Operations (ACO) and GC Space Systems Operations (SSO) programs. He has also been tasked to create a new MS in Astronautics for 2025. Nichols is internationally respected, with 53 years of Experience in leadership roles in cryptography, counterintelligence, INFOSEC, and sensitive computer applications. Throughout his career, Nichols has published fifteen best-selling textbooks. Nichols has counseled the United States government and is certified as a federal subject matter expert (SME) in cryptography and computer forensics. His most recent work involves creating master’s and certificate graduate-level programs for KSU and Utica College. To wit:

Author/ Developer: MPT/ MS / Certificate in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) -Cybersecurity

• Program Director / Author / Developer: GC Aerospace Cyber Operations (ACO)
• Program Director / CoDeveloper: GC Space Systems Operations (SSO)
• Retired Chair and Program Developer: MS – Cybersecurity –Intelligence and Forensics
• Retired Chair and Program Director: BS – Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
• Co-Author / Developer: MPS – Risk Assessment and Cybersecurity Policy
• Author / Developer: MS Cyber Surveillance and Warfare

Previously, Nichols was COO of INFOSEC Technologies, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in Counterterrorism, Counterespionage, and Information Security Countermeasures to support its 1700 commercial, educational, and US government clients.

Nichols served as CEO of COMSEC Solutions, a Cryptographic / Anti-virus / Biometrics Countermeasures Company, a public company acquired in 2000. He served as vice president of cryptography and director of research for the acquiring firm.

Nichols served as Technology Director of Cryptography and Biometrics for the International Computer Security Association (ICSA)

Nichols served as President and Vice President of the American Cryptogram Association (ACA).

Nichols served as Manager of Computer Applications, Transportation, and Quality Control for Reynolds Metals Co.

Nichols holds a 3rd Dan Black Belt (R) in Moo Duc Kwan Tae Kwon Do and a permanent 2nd Dan Black Belt (D) rank. In Corpus Christi, TX, he taught self-defense courses for women. In 1994, Nichols was elevated to Ring Judge for the National Tae Kwon Do Championships held in San Antonio, TX.

Managing Editor / Co-author UAS/CUAS/UUVs/SPACE  Textbook Series:

Advanced Technologies for Humanity, (2024) Available through Amazon. KDP: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DBK9ZMPV

Cyber-Human Systems, Space Technologies, and Threats (2023). Available as a free book at: https://newprairiepress.org/ebooks/52

Space Systems: Emerging Technologies and Operations. (2022) Manhattan, KS: New Prairie Press #47. Available as a free book at: https://newprairiepress.org/ebooks/47

DRONE DELIVERY OF CBNRECy – DEW WEAPONS, Emerging Threats of Mini-Weapons of Mass Destruction and Disruption (WMDD). (2022) Manhattan, KS: New Prairie Press #46. Available as a free eBook at: https://newprairiepress.org/ebooks/46/ 

Disruptive Technologies with Applications in Airline, Marine, and Defense Industries (2021) Available as a free eBook at: https://newprairiepress.org/ebooks/38/ 

Unmanned Vehicle Systems & Operations on Air, Sea, and Land (2020) Available as a free eBook at:https://www.newprairiepress.org/ebooks/35/ 

Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technologies and Operations (2020) Available as a free eBook at:  https://www.newprairiepress.org/ebooks/31/ 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Cyber Domain: Protecting USA’s Advanced Air Assets, 2nd Edition (2019) Available as a free eBook at:  https://www.newprairiepress.org/ebooks/27

Areas of Expertise / Research Interests

• Counterterrorism / Counterintelligence/Counterespionage / Computer Security
• Countermeasures Asymmetric Warfare and Attack / Defense Scenarios against National Critical Infrastructure
• Computer Forensics and Cryptography SME & Federal Expert Witness (Federal Criminal Cases: Treason / Espionage)
• Risk Assessment / Threat Analysis / Vulnerabilities Analysis / Countermeasures
• Cybersecurity / Surveillance Technologies: Aerial, Infrared, Visual, Ultraviolet, Radio, Radar & Sonar
• SCADA – Advanced Cyber-weapons Creation / Deployment / Deployment / Defense
• UAS- Integrating Unmanned Aircraft Systems into National Airspace System
• CUAS – Designing advanced counter UAS systems with Stealth
• UUVs – Tracking Unmanned Underwater ISR Vehicles of hostile actors
• Designing Acoustic Countermeasures against hostile-actor UAS SWARMS & developing dual-purpose IFF sound libraries.
• Space Electronic Warfare & ECD Jamming / Spoofing Countermeasures

Contact Senior Professor Randall K. Nichols at profrknichols@ksu.edu

*Direct all inquiries about this book to Senior Professor Randall K. Nichols at profrknichols@ksu.edu

Patricia E. Ackerman, Ph.D. (Co-Author)

Patricia E. Ackerman, Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus of Kansas State University’s College of Aerospace and Technology, where she researched, taught, and practiced writing pedagogy.

In addition to K-State’s Coffman Chair for University Distinguished Teaching Scholars, Ackerman received a Marchbanks Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence, two McArthur Family Faculty Fellow Awards, and two Big XII Faculty Fellowship Awards. She served in numerous college and university leadership roles and a 6-year gubernatorial appointment on the Kansas Humanities Council.

Her research interests include Writing Pedagogy, Critical Thinking, Readability Analysis, Principles and Practice of Plain Language Protocols, and Technical Writing. While teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Technical Writing, Ackerman invites students to explore online technical writing through the lens of Plain Language Protocols, helping human readers find, understand, and use vital information more efficiently. 

MSGT Evan Andrews (Co-Author)

Born in Wichita, Kansas, Evan Andrews attended Wichita State University in 2007, graduating with a Bachelor’s in history with an emphasis in military history in 2011. In 2012, he enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve in Wichita, Kansas, as a Logistical Specialist serving in the Naval and Marine Construction Battalion (NMCB) 18. He would advance to the rank of Petty Officer Third Class. In 2015, Andrews joined the Kansas Army National Guard as a Fire Direction Controller, advancing to the rank of Sergeant. Andrews would deploy with the 35th Infantry Division to Kuwait from 2017-18, marking the Division’s first deployment since 1944. Then, he deployed with the 130th Field Artillery Brigade (FAB) in 2021. He served as the Fires NCO at Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar. He assisted in Operation Allies Refuge when the US withdrew from Afghanistan.

Andrews currently lives in Leavenworth, Kansas, where he is still serving in the Kansas Army Nation Guard, pursuing a master’s Certificate in Aerospace Cyber Operations (ACO) at Kansas State University, joining Officer Candidate School in 2024, and working as an Army Civilian on Fort Leavenworth. His son is his greatest gift, and he serves proudly alongside many guardsmen and women in Kansas.

Professor Candice M. Carter (Co-Author)

Prof. Candice Carter is a cybersecurity expert with over 15 years of hands-on Experience in counterterrorism, counterintelligence, and cybercriminal investigations. She conducts Classified/Unclassified briefings on terrorist cyber Capabilities using Social Media and Counterterrorism for the Intelligence Community (IC). Ms. Carter researches Asymmetric Warfare and Attack / Defense Scenarios against National Critical Infrastructure. She is the Team Lead for the NASA Aeronautics Research Institute for Transformative Vertical Flight (TVF) Commercial Intra-City On-Demand VTOL group. Ms. Carter is an invited speaker for key organizations, including BSides London and (ISC)2 Security Congress. She is an Assistant Professor/Chair of the MSc Cybersecurity program at Wilmington University. Ms. Carter holds an MSc in Cybersecurity Forensics and Intelligence from Utica College, Utica, NY, and a PMT Cybersecurity UAS from Kansas State University.

Colonel (Ret) Doug “Cinco” DeMaio (Co-Author)

Colonel (Ret) Doug “Cinco” DeMaio is the Director of Advanced Technologies at Air University’s Innovation Accelerator (AUiX) in Montgomery, Alabama. Previously, he commanded the 187th Fighter Wing, Dannelly Field, Alabama Air National Guard from 5 May 2021 to 2 August 2022, where he was responsible for 1,400 personnel, three geographically separated units, and 22 F-16 aircraft. He earned his commission from the United States Air Force Academy in 1991, attended Euro-NATO Joint-Jet Pilot Training at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, and has served in various roles as an F-16 Instructor Pilot and Flight Examiner at the squadron, group, and wing levels. Colonel DeMaio commanded the 55th Fighter Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, deploying to Balad Air Base, Iraq, and later commanded the NATO Deployable Air Operations Center at Poggio Renatico, Italy. He is a US Army’s Command and General Staff College graduate and School of Advanced Military Studies, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and the Eisenhower School for National Security, Fort McNair, Washington DC, earning a Master in Theater Operations and Long-Term Strategy. As the Vice Commander of the LeMay Center for Doctrine, he served as a founding member of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force’s Air Superiority, Multi-Domain Command and Control, and Electronic Warfare/Electromagnetic Spectrum Enterprise Capabilities Collaboration Teams. He co-authored the Department of the Air Force’s Joint All-Domain Operations Doctrine, penned the Counterspace Doctrine, assisted the Space Force with doctrine and concepts, and worked with the LeMay Center to field Agile Combat Employment doctrine. Colonel DeMaio is a Command Pilot with over 2,800 flight hours in the F-16 and a veteran of five combat deployments to Southwest Asia.

Dr. Haley Larson (Co-author)

 Haley Larson, Ph.D., is a teaching assistant professor of animal health at Kansas State University’s Olathe campus. Dr. Larson earned her BS in Animal Science and Ph.D. in ruminant nutrition from the University of Minnesota. Her graduate studies focused on how manipulating growth and fermentation patterns in feedlot cattle affects animal performance. While completing her degree, Larson began working as a Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health senior scientist. In that role, she designed and developed the company’s dual-flow continuous culture system – the first fully automated dual-flow system for cattle rumen simulation. This system and the data it generates are still used for new product development and fermentation modeling within the company today. During her time with Cargill, Larson was also presented with many opportunities to develop and deploy on-farm technologies for dairy, beef, swine, poultry, and aquaculture.

At Kansas State, Dr. Larson holds a faculty position with the School of Applied and Interdisciplinary Studies as well as ancillary faculty status in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Diagnostic Medicine and Pathobiology and the College of Agriculture’s Department of Animal Sciences and Industry as well as serving as a faculty member for the Masters of Public Health program. She leads regulatory affairs courses on preclinical and clinical research strategies, EPA and FDA regulations for new animal health products, research strategies to drive product development, and applied statistics for animal health. Her passion for educating the industry’s next generation of agricultural professionals shines through in her courses, particularly those focused on the interconnections between the food and animal health industries.

In her role at K-State, Dr. Larson also designs academic courses and professional development programming tailored to Greater Kansas City’s growing animal health industry. Most recently, she has been working to incorporate new opportunities for animal health students to understand the application of technology and data analytics to the industry and the intersection between animal nutrition and health.

Wayne D. Lonstein, Esq. CISSP (Co-Author)

Wayne Lonstein holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Wilkes University, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Cyber Forensics and Information Security from Syracuse University – Utica College, A Master of Science Degree in Homeland Security with a concentration in Information Security from The Pennsylvania State University and a Juris Doctor Degree from Pace University School of Law. Mr. Lonstein holds a CISSP Certification from The Pennsylvania State University. He is a member of the state bars of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, as well as being admitted to over 30 United States District Court Bars, The Court of Veterans Appeals, the United States Tax Court, and the bar of the United States Court of Appeals of the 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Circuits.

Mr. Lonstein has practiced law nationally since 1987 in technology, intellectual property, sports, and entertainment and has litigated over 2000 cases. He is also a member of the New York State Magistrates Association and has served as a Magistrate Judge in the Town of Wawarsing, New York, since 1989. He is a member of Signal Law PC; the Co-Founder and CEO of VFT Solutions is a member of the Forbes Technology Council. Wayne Lonstein received the 2019 Penn State World Campus Outstanding Alumnus (Graduate) Award for cybersecurity and homeland security work.

Mr. Lonstein has authored numerous articles, including: “Why Industry and Government Leaders Need to Realize Vulnerabilities of the Cloud,” Published on 16 June 2017 on LinkedIn; ‘Identifying The Lone Wolf Using Technology,” on LinkedIn, Published on 3 July 2015; “Are Social Media Companies Using ToS And Safe Harbor To Profit From Infringement, Crime, And Terror?,” Forbes.com, 28 April 2017; “Weaponizing Social Media: New Technology Brings New Threat,” Forbes.com, 7 July 2017; ‘Pay No Attention To That Man Behind The Curtain’: Technology vs. Transparency,” Forbes.com, 17 October 2017; and “Drone Technology: The Good, The Bad And The Horrible,” Forbes.com, 10 January 2018.

Dr. Robert McCreight (Co-Author) 

Dr. McCreight spent 27 years in federal service and 23 years concurrently in US Army Special Operations, working on various national security projects and special defense programs associated with nuclear, chemical, and biological defense matters. During a career at the State Department, he has supported and served as a periodic advisor on the Chemical Weapons Treaty and Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention, along with programs enabling satellite verification of arms control treaty compliance. He helped draft HSPD-10 and contributed to issuing HSPD-21, also serving as a contributing White House assistant on nuclear policy and strategy exercises. Upon retirement, he published on advanced weapons systems, WMD issues, crisis management, emergency response issues, and neuroscience. Periodically, he has been a guest lecturer at NDU on future weapons systems. He taught graduate school at seven different universities during the last 15 years in his designated areas of interest on national security issues, CBRN matters, and emerging convergent technology threats.

Trevor Muehlfelder (Co-Author & Cover Art)

Professional Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive Experience in research analysis, international affairs, and legal compliance. Proven track record of exemplary leadership, systematic organizational skills, and a diplomatic approach to international relations and corporate compliance. Proficient in data collection and analysis and using various software tools for legal research and document preparation.

Skills

• Leadership & Management: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Legal Expertise: Proficient in legal information, analysis, research, and corporate compliance.
• International Relations: Skilled in diplomacy and international liaison experiences.
• Academic Excellence: Outstanding academic performance focusing on quality assurance standards.
• Analytical Skills: Systematic, organizational, and analytical mindset with a talent for critical thinking.
• Communication: Proficient in public speaking and conducting team meetings.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office, Foxit Phantom, LexisNexis, behavioral analysis, and data acquisition.

Experience

Research Analyst, IDIQ Inc., Technical Scientific Research & Intelligence Analytics
January 2014 – Present

Investigations / International Affairs, P&L Investments LLC; Law Firm in Washington, DC.
June 2015 – 2018

Chief Operations Officer, H Smart Inc.,2018 – 2020

Foundation for Biodefense Research,2021 – Present

Education

University of California, Irvine (UCI)
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Law, and Society,2013 – 2015
Santa Barbara City College (SBCC)
AA Degrees in Psychology, Liberal Arts, Sociology, & Criminal Justice, 2010 – 2013
George Mason University, International Scholar Laureate Program (ISLP), June 2013
UCDC (University of California Washington Program), Public Policy Program., January – March 2014

Publications

Muehlfelder, Trevor W., (2014) Cold Case Homicide Units: Exploring the Effects of Information Management on Clearance Rates. ResearchGate.

Nichols, Randall K., et al. (2023) Cyber-Human Systems, Space Technologies, and Threats. New Prairie Press. 978-1-944548-54-4 

Dr. Hans C. Mumm (Co-Author)

Dr. Mumm has spent twenty-nine years in government and contractor service building teams to address complex problems in national security, homeland security, and advanced technologies. He was the Division Chief for Cyber Security at the Office of The Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), programming and executing a budget of over $140M. Subsequently, he accepted a Branch Chief position with the CIA and built a unique set of continuous monitoring capabilities supporting the ICD503 Risk Management Framework. His achievements include establishing a rogue wireless framework and the funding, technology, and teams to support the ICD 503 initiatives. His programmatic responsibilities included auditing the financial statements of assigned programs, planning the long-range for next-generation systems, and tracking working capital funds through the CBJB and POM submissions.

He gained notoriety during Operation Iraqi Freedom as the officer in charge of the “Iraqi Regime Playing Cards; CENTCOM’S Top 55 Most Wanted List,” which was touted by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) as one the most successful Information Operations (IO) in the history of DIA. Due to combat injuries, he was medically retired through the Wounded Warrior Transition Program and was a direct hire to the ODNI. His teams’ successes live in history books, technology journals, and military museums.

Dr. Mumm is a proven leader in diverse fields, including autonomous systems, post-quantum cyber security, AI/machine learning, advanced fuel systems, cognitive scientific research, and all aspects of the military intelligence communities. He has nine published books, many whitepapers, and research studies to his credit in both the scientific and social science arenas. He has won grants and contracts to test further and evaluate his original research. He has notable Experience in research and systems engineering, including winning awards and contracts for UAV research and creating an advanced multiple-fuel system (AI-based) where he operated the world’s first and only helicopter that flies on five separate fuels without engine modifications. His research extends into emerging and disruptive technology for offensive and defensive missions supporting US and coalition operations. His UAV and robotics expertise has focused on determining the specific uses, exceptions, and allowances for robotics operations, including studying the unintended consequences, future use, and misuse of such technologies.

Dr. Mumm holds a Doctorate of Management with a concentration in Homeland Security from Colorado Technical University (CTU), an MS in Strategic Intelligence from American Military University (AMU), and a BS in Management from Chadwick University. His military education includes dozens of in-residence strategic and tactical courses and specialized intelligence disciplines, leadership, and management courses.

Dr. Mumm was entered into the US Congressional Record (E1201-E1202 5 September 2018) for his decades of dedication and service to the United States of America. He has earned twenty-three personal military ribbons/medals, including six military unit medals/citations and two Directors Awards from the Defense Intelligence Agency. In 2016, he was awarded the People of Distinction Humanitarian Award and a US Patent and Trademark for How to Harmonize the Speed of Innovation and Change with the Human Spirit’s Need for Leadership. In 2005, Dr. Mumm was recognized as one of the “Ten Outstanding Young Americans,” In 2003, he was awarded the National Defense PAC “American Patriot Ingenuity Award” for his service during “Operation Iraqi Freedom.”

Dr. Mumm is an adjunct professor at Penn West in California, Pennsylvania, instructing Homeland Security courses in the Criminal Justice Department.

He recently co-authored “Space Systems: Emerging Technologies and Operations” the seventh book in a series of textbooks, which includes two editions titled “Unmanned Aircraft in the Cyber Domain; Protecting USA’s Advanced Air Assets,” Drone Delivery of  CBNRECy – DEW WEAPONS -Emerging Threats of Mini-Weapons of Mass Destruction and Disruption (WMDD) “Unmanned Vehicle Systems & Operations on Air, Sea, Land,” and an early 2020 book titled “Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technologies and Operation.”  These textbooks follow his international best-selling book in 2017 titled “Lightning Growth” and his best-selling book in 2015 titled “Applying Complexity Leadership Theory to Drone Airspace Integration.”

Contact Information: Dr. Hans C. Mumm, 703-303-1752, hans@hansmumm.com. www.HansMumm.com

Rajesh Murthy (Co-Author)

Rajesh is a seasoned management and technology expert with over three decades of ICT experience in secure and resilient software systems engineering. Specializing in integrating emergent technologies for business success and software systems evolution, he excels in cross-functional collaboration and delivering connectivity solutions. He addresses modernization challenges and ensures robust security and governance in dynamic technological environments.

An IEEE Senior Member and ACM Professional, he holds multiple certifications, including CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, SEI Service Architecture, SEI ATAM, and PMP, reflecting his wealth of expertise.

He collaborates on standards development and peer-reviewed articles as a dedicated community contributor. He judges in science and engineering fairs and shares knowledge in STEM, security, and privacy.

He volunteers his time and effort as a board member to educational institutions and nonprofits. He has served as a board member for NGOs such as BSS Montreal and Brossard Cricket, promoting not only security practices but also the diversity, cultures, and traditions of India, showcasing his commitment to community leadership.

Looking ahead, he actively mentors’ high school and college students, guiding them in developing STEM practices and preparing them for the challenges of navigating interconnected and intricate systems. He aims to enrich the enterprise and community environment by fostering innovation and cultivating the understanding required to manage future complexity.

Areas of Expertise and Research: Software Systems Engineering and Management, Secure Trustable Systems, Autonomous Environments 

Dr. Julie J.C.H. Ryan, D.Sc. (Co-Author)

Julie J.C.H. Ryan, D.Sc., is the CEO of Wyndrose Technical Group, having retired from academia in 2017. Her last academic position was as a Professor of Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at the US National Defense University. Before that, she was a tenured faculty at George Washington University and a visiting scholar at the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST).

Dr. Ryan came to academia from a career in an industry that began when she completed military service. Upon graduating from the US Air Force Academy, Dr. Ryan served as a Signals Intelligence Officer in the Air Force and then as a Military Intelligence Officer with the Defense Intelligence Agency. Upon leaving government service, she worked in various positions, including systems engineer, consultant, and senior staff scientist with Sterling Software, Booz Allen & Hamilton, Welkin Associates, and TRW/ESL, supporting various projects and clients.

She is the author /co-author of several books, including Defending Your Digital Assets Against Hackers, Crackers, Spies, and Thieves (McGraw Hill 2000), and a Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS). At Wyndrose Technical Group, she focuses on future forecasting and strategic planning, focusing on technology surprise and disruption. 

Dr. Keeper Sharkey (Co-Author) 

Executive Summary

Dr. Keeper L Sharkey is a globally renowned and often-cited SME. Dr Sharkey was named in the top 40 under 40 in cybersecurity in 2023 by Top Cyber New Magazine from Capital Tech University and again for top women in Cyber 2024 by The Cyber Express of Cybil. She has a strong background in Data Science, Quantum, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computing. Dr. Sharkey brings a unique blend of technical skills and domain knowledge, with a deep understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and extensive data analysis. Dr. Sharkey has demonstrated an ability to analyze complex data sets effectively and derive insights that inform organizational decision-making. In addition, Dr. Sharkey’s expertise in quantum computing and chemistry also provides a deep understanding of the physical and chemical systems underpinning many advanced technologies. Her mathematical background equips her with a rigorous and logical problem-solving approach applicable across a wide range of domains. Whether it involves developing new algorithms, designing experiments, or optimizing business processes, Dr. Sharkey is committed to delivering innovative solutions that drive measurable results. Her current research is on improving critical infrastructure. Examples of Dr. Sharkey’s keen scholarship (top 29 published papers, links to numerous whitepapers and peer-reviewed presentations, and working publications) are available upon written request from the co-author at sharkey@odestar.com.

Education

Cornell University, Remote National Science Foundation (NSF) Innovation Corp (I-Corps) – Entrepreneurial Lead March 2021 – May 2021.

Certificate Washington State University, Pullman, WA Department of Physics and Astronomy – Postdoctoral Faculty August 2016 – August 2017

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Physics May 2015 Dissertation topic: Very Accurate Quantum Mechanical Non-Relativistic Spectra Calculations

BS Mathematics, National Science, Math, and Research Talent (SMART) Award Recipient May 2010

BS Chemistry, American Chemical Society Certified degree May 2009

Utah Tech University, St. George, UT A. S. in Health Science May 2005

Books

Nichols, R.K. et. al. (2024) Advanced Technologies for Humanity. NPP Press accepted for publication 4Q. NPP # TBN.

Sharkey, K.L. (2023) Quantum Chemistry and Computing for the Curious: Illustrated with Python and Qiskit Code. Packt Pub in May of 2023, available on Amazon.com.

Professional Experience (last 18 years)

Quantum Science, Research & Technology (STAR) Institution – Founder & CEO December 2018 – Present

Dr. Sharkey is responsible for developing intellectual property regarding accurate quantum virtualization technology called Quantum Logical Electrons & Nuclei (QLEAN™) as a security solution using explicit computational intelligence of chemical states without the use of approximations.

IEEE Standards Association – Chair of P1947 April 2024 – Present

American Council for Technology Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) – Participant July 2023

InfraGard’s National Disaster Resilience Council – Chair of 36 Stratagems Working Group January 2023 – Present

Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), Co-founding member June 2020 – Present

IEEE Industry Connections Group – Chair of SC10 subgroup June 2022 – April 2024

Quantum Security Alliance (QSA), Chair of Applied Quantum Chemistry September 2019 – March 2023

University of Arizona (UA), Tucson, AZ Designated Campus Colleague – Research Associate Faculty May 2015 – Present

Quantum Blue, Remote Executive Team – Chief Science Of icer December 2019 – May 2020

Nordic Quantum Computing Group, Remote USA Partner Program – Coordinator September 2018 – December 2018

Imprezzio Inc., Spokane, WA Engineering Department, Data Science Team – Research Analyst January 2018 – September 2018

NimbusWorks, LLC, Saint George, UT, Science and Technology Department – Consultant May 2015 – February 2016

Pima Comm. College, Davis-Monthan AFB, Tucson, AZ Science Laboratory – Main Specialist May 2009 – August 2009

Venture Solutions Group, LLC, St. George, UT Science Laboratory – Lead Safety Officer November 2005 – May 2006 

Dr. Suzanne M. Sincavage (Co-Author) 

On 20 April 2021, Dr. Suzanne Sincavage founded andCo-chairs the Foundation for Biodefense Research, a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) devoted and dedicated to promoting the biodefense intelligence tradecraft and developing a stronger biodefense community with government, industry, academia professional organizations, and individuals who assess, develop, and apply biodefense intelligence research to address national security challenges.

From 2020- 2021, Dr. Suzanne Sincavage served as the Institute for Biodefense Research (IBR) Executive Director—a nonprofit devoted to advancing the science of microbial forensics.

Dr. Sincavage, a Ph.D. in public health epidemiology focusing on biological terrorism preparedness and response, has led her consultancy, IDIQ Inc., since 2008, focusing on CBRNE Subject Matter Expertise in facilitating and integrating innovative emerging and converging technologies that counter biological terrorism.

Dr. Sincavage received her Ph.D. in Public Health and Epidemiology with a specialization in Biological Terrorism from Union Institute & University. Dr. Sincavage’s career encompasses 16 years of Experience in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, serving as a field scientist supporting R & D, medical and regulatory affairs, and commercial operations covering therapeutic areas of infectious disease, virology, and oncology, hematology, urology, and immunology.

Dr. Sincavage is an SME for the National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST), the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), the Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA), and DHS. She has held senior management positions in Watson Pharmaceuticals, Department of Medical & Regulatory Affairs; Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, G.D. Searle; Hoffman-La Roche Laboratories; Sacred Heart Medical Center, and for fun, served as Executive Director of the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus.

Dr. Sincavage holds certifications:

SAM (CCR); SBA 8 (m)

DD 2345 Military Critical Technical Data Agreement

D

DTIC STINFO Manager

Counterterrorism

InfraGuard – Infrastructure Liaison Officer

ONR – Counterterrorism

Committees:

NDIA Legislative Committee

NDIA National Small Business Conference

NRO ASP Industry Working Group

INSA Acquisition Management Council

USGIF Small Business Working Group

WOSB 8(m) Working Group, SPAWAR HQ, San Diego

Lt. Col. USAF (Ret) Jonathan Snowden

Summary

Jonathan D. Snowden, Lt Col, USAF (ret), is the Research Security Officer and Facility Security Officer at Kansas State University and has held that position since 2017. He has ensured that K-State and its variety of researchers across all fields are aware of the extensive and vast threats to their research data and Intellectual Property and are also in compliance with federal law and policy in protecting their classified and unclassified data from bad actors across the globe. He works closely with federal and state partners to ensure information flows smoothly to all parties.

Before this position, Jonathan was a United States Air Force career officer. He gained extensive Experience supporting missions across the globe and intelligence operations at the tactical and strategic levels. His intelligence career culminated in support of the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) and US Pacific Command (USPACOM) as the Chief Intelligence Analysis for PACAF and Deputy J2 for the USPACOM standing Joint Force Headquarters. In these roles, he prepared for the entire range of actual and potential operations of US forces across the Pacific, including Operation Tomodachi, the US response to assist the Japanese people following the earthquake, tsunami, and Fukushima nuclear meltdown in March 2011. Other Air Force highlights include Commander of the 566 Intelligence Squadron and Professor of Aerospace Studies at Kansas State University.

Jonathan received a Master of Science in International Relations from Troy State University and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University. 

Brent S. Knaple (Co-Author)

Mr. Knaple serves as Special Envoy and Advisor to the Diplomatic Mission Peace And Prosperity Trust. There, he works in the UNODC and UN Civil Society Unit. He applies international laws with local, state, federal, and global partners. Global compliance measures are needed to ensure that investment in businesses and countries will be safe. Development teams are engaged when compliance has been set, and all financial situations are considered.

During peace or conflict, complex negotiations are mediated between groups, and sit-downs help secure understanding between all interested parties. Brent looks forward to helping our international family succeed in various ongoing projects to help refugees, children, and others sustain happiness in our global community.

Mr. Knaple has a diverse background and a solid interest in solving global population feeding issues. His strength is integrating his full automation capabilities with a process technician background. Mr. Knaple worked with manufacturers who use JIT assembly lines. He served as a robotic and controls specialist who used his cross-training to meet production. His view was that timelines needed to be met, and vision required to be achieved.

Mr. Knaple worked in the tourism industry for years after college. Alaska Rivers Company was the first permittee for USFS, USFWS, and Alaska State Parks on the Kenai River. He volunteered and led children’s Riparian Environment classes,  natural history tours for the Smithsonian,  and the National Audubon Society on river tours.

This led to volunteer work for the Master Gardener Program. He continued his volunteer work for a public library garden build. The nursery where he served had him deliver genome-specific wildflowers for the pond. Certain flowers support insects unique to that plant. This taught him valuable lessons on how to manage biodiversity.

Mr. Knaple is Fanuc Robotics and Automation certified(2020) through Macomb Community College(M-TEC).

Brent’s motto is “Always Black in my mind, forever Purple in my heart.”

KSU SUPPORTING MANAGEMENT 

Dr. Alysia Starkey (CEO & Dean Kansas State University Aerospace and Technologies Salina Campus)

Dr. Starkey is a Professor and currently serves as the CEO and Dean of the Kansas State University Aerospace and Technologies Campus. As Dean, she oversees the College of Technology and Aviation academic programs and campus research centers. Dr. Starkey holds an AA in Social Work from Colby Community College, a BS in Psychology from Fort Hays State University, an MLS from the University of North Texas, and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Kansas State University. Joining Kansas State University Aerospace and Technologies Campus in June 2002 as a technical services/automation coordinator and assistant professor, Starkey was promoted to library director and associate professor in 2007 and assistant dean of continuous improvement and distance education in 2010. She was named associate Dean of academics and promoted to full professor in 2014. She gained the additional duties of interim CEO and Dean in June 2018 and continues in that capacity today.

Troy Harding (Department Head of Integrated Studies and Super Boss!)

Troy Harding is a professor of computer systems technology and the department head of integrated studies at Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus. Professor Harding earned a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Computer Science from Bethany College and a master’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Virginia. Before joining K-State, he worked as Technical Director at Aquarian Systems in Orange, VA, as Programmer/Analyst and Network Coordinator at Associated Colleges of Central Kansas, and as I.S. Director at Kansas Wesleyan University. At K-State, he received the Marchbanks Award for Teaching Excellence, the McArthur Faculty Fellow Award, and the McCune & Middlekauff Fellowship.