Verena Distler

Interdisciplinary RESEARCHER at the intersection of Psychology and Computer science

I conduct research at the intersection of psychology, human-computer interaction, and security/privacy. My recent work focuses on developing human-centered defenses against social engineering attacks and promoting cybersecurity behavior change. I use both qualitative and quantitative social science methods to understand the complex relationships between people and technology.

Before joining Aalto, I worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at UniBw Munich. I earned my Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Luxembourg, where I also completed a research stay at CMU’s Cylab. I also hold a master’s degree in social sciences from the École Normale Supérieure de Lyon in France.

I joined Aalto University as an Assistant Professor in Computer Science in September 2024.

The best way to reach me is email: verena.distler AT aalto.fi.

I am currently hiring at least one doctoral researcher (PhD student): https://www.aalto.fi/en/open-positions/doctoral-researcher-in-human-centered-security

Last updated: October 2024