Suffolk Reporter

Amir Rahmati, an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been recognized as a senior member by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). He is among 162 academic inventors acknowledged for their innovative contributions and dedication to developing impactful technologies. This year's class is the largest so far, representing 64 NAI member institutions nationwide, with over 1,200 U.S. patents attributed to them.

The NAI senior member designation honors faculty, scientists, and administrators who have achieved notable success in patents, licensing, and commercialization of innovative technologies. Selection criteria include not only inventive accomplishments but also a commitment to mentoring future inventors.

“I’m honored to join this distinguished network of inventors who share a commitment to transforming research breakthroughs into technologies that make a difference in people’s lives,” said Rahmati.

Samir Das, chair of the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University, commented on Rahmati's recognition: “This recognition reflects both Professor Rahmati’s exceptional innovative capabilities and Stony Brook’s commitment to research that transcends academic boundaries to address real-world challenges. His work exemplifies how computer science can drive technological solutions with tangible societal benefits.”

Paul R. Sanberg, president of NAI, remarked on the growth of the program: “To see this program grow year over year is a testament to the dedication our Member Institutions have to fostering innovation on their campuses and supporting their inventive staff and faculty. This year’s class comes from a multitude of impressive fields and research backgrounds from across the world. We applaud their pursuit of commercialization to ensure their groundbreaking technologies can make a difference by tackling the world’s most pressing issues, improving quality of life across society, and advancing the economy.”

Rahmati has established himself as a leader in computer security through pioneering research that bridges academic discovery with practical applications. His work aligns with Stony Brook's focus on translational research moving from laboratory to marketplace while addressing societal needs. His interests include system security, privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), cyber-physical systems, adversarial machine learning, emerging systems, and hardware security.

NAI member institutions like Stony Brook University have exclusive opportunities to nominate individuals for senior member recognition. These institutions are considered innovation powerhouses promoting invention within their communities.

The 2025 class was announced by NAI on February 20 and will be celebrated during the Senior Member Induction Ceremony at NAI’s 14th Annual Conference from June 23-26 in Atlanta, Georgia. The conference serves as a key event for visionaries and innovators to exchange ideas and celebrate advancements in invention.