Outside the Ivory Tower - Connecting Practice and Science

Explore the critical intersection between academic research and real-world cybersecurity practice in this 55-minute keynote presentation from OWASP Global AppSec EU 2025 Barcelona. Discover how to bridge the gap between theoretical security research conducted in academic institutions and the practical challenges faced by security professionals in industry. Learn about innovative approaches to translating scientific findings into actionable security solutions, understand the importance of collaboration between researchers and practitioners, and gain insights into how academic knowledge can be effectively applied to solve contemporary application security challenges. Examine case studies and methodologies that demonstrate successful integration of research-based approaches with hands-on security implementation, while understanding the unique perspectives and constraints that both academic researchers and industry professionals bring to the cybersecurity field.