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Astra Terra is pleased to highlight our recent contribution featured in the September issue of UniNewsletter.
The article focuses on critical research concerning cyber-resilience in healthcare. It explores the cascading effects of cyberthreats, underscoring the urgent need for a new, comprehensive framework to secure patient care against complex, interconnected vulnerabilities.
The piece emphasizes the pivotal role of AI and machine learning in analyzing threats and building a more secure digital future for patient care.
We are proud to announce that our CEO, Prof. Mireille Elhajj, was awarded the title of ‘Smart Cities CEO of the Year 2024 – U.K.’ by CEO Monthly. This international accolade recognises exceptional leadership and honours CEOs who are driving innovation and making significant contributions to their sectors.
The article can be accessed on: https://www.ceo-review.com/issues/april-2025/8/
Explore the synergy between Earth Observation (EO) and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems in this insightful session featuring Prof. Mireille Elhajj, CEO and Prof. Alejandro Roman, Visiting Senior Space Advisor, on a collaboration between Astra-Terra and The Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN).
- In depth understanding of EO and PNT.
- Overview on synergies such as GNSS-R and GNSS-RO, georeferencing.
- The significance of these synergies going forward and the use of AI.
To view the webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmCh9-AbtSc
The Institute for Security Science and Technology (ISST) at Imperial College London by the World Bank was awarded a contract to support a data assessment and investigation into the cybersecurity maturity of healthcare systems across Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC) . Representing the ISST team, Prof. Mireille Elhajj, alongside other team members, played a major role in conducting field research in Andhra Pradesh, India. The team visited key institutions, including the Andhra Pradesh Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Andhra Pradesh Technology Services (APTS), and the Andhra Pradesh Cyber Security Operations Centre (APCSOC). leveraging her expertise, Mireille actively engaged with government managers and cybersecurity experts to assess and analyse the state of cybersecurity within the region's healthcare systems.
Dr. Mireille Elhajj, CEO of Astra Terra, has been appointed as the Chair of the Scale-Up Council at TechUK. The Council focuses on supporting high-potential technology companies poised for rapid growth. Dr. Elhajj's leadership in this role highlights her dedication to fostering innovation and economic expansion within the UK's technology sector.
1. Exploring cutting-edge EO innovations.
2. Understanding EO's role in predicting, preventing, and managing crises.
3. Discovering how innovative technologies support lack of infrastructure in emerging countries.
4. Analysing international collaborations in data sharing and governance, with a focus on SDGs.
