Anyone starting out to research for a doctorate degree should remember that hours of self centered work has the ability to be the spark for others to progress. All research is potentially useful to open doors or show others that door does not lead anywhere useful. Advancements happen by building on others research.

Cybersecurity is a new area where equality will exist to allow intelligence to succeed.Cybersecurity needs women to be successful and without them it will not as the best talent a must.

Research can be both lonely and rewarding. I would encourage research in areas that are of interest to the researcher and not that which is currently popular. Any research of note is not going to happen overnight and your interest will keep you dedicated.

Cybersecurity is a subject that requires logic, knowledge, thought and commitment.It can be applied or research based. It is a true leveller for all to enter, be successful and lead the future of cybersecurity.I see a future where women are the leaders a pushing the boundaries for the benefit for all.

We are now at a critical mass as we plan the future with combined technology.If we do not identify how separate technologies support or add problems we are just repeating the mistakes of the past.