Darren Hayes
About
Darren R. Hayes, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and the Director of Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at the Seidenberg School of CSIS, Pace University. A leading expert in Digital Forensics and Mobile Security, he is the founder and manager of the Pace University Digital Forensics Research Laboratory, where he collaborates with students to support law enforcement agencies like the NYPD and Homeland Security. His research focuses on Privacy in mobile applications, specifically examining how apps—ranging from dating platforms to transportation services—collect and share personal data beyond stated privacy policies. Dr. Hayes is the author of "A Practical Guide to Digital Forensics Investigations" and is a frequent media commentator on cybersecurity for outlets such as Bloomberg, MSNBC, and Fox News. In addition to his academic work, he is a practitioner who has testified as an expert witness in U.S. federal court and serves as a consultant on IT risk management and open-source intelligence (OSINT).
Research Performance Summary
First Recorded Paper
The feasibility of palmprint technology over finger print technology for criminal investigation
Year: 2005
Citations: 1
Venue: Dissertation Idea Paper
Latest Recorded Paper
Fostering biodiversity through digital innovation–an exploration on the influence of culture on the adoption of mobile POS payment solutions
Year: 2026
Citations: 0
Venue: Journal of Strategy and Management
Last 10 Years Publication Activity
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