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Paula Fraga-Lamas is a leading researcher at the forefront of cybersecurity and industrial digital transformation, with a focus on blockchain, Industry 4.0, and the emerging Industry 5.0 paradigm. Her major contributions include pioneering the application of blockchain for cyber-resilient automotive systems and smart factories, as evidenced by her highly cited works—"A Review on Blockchain Technologies for an Advanced and Cyber-Resilient Automotive Industry" (344 citations) and "A Review on the Application of Blockchain to the Next Generation of Cybersecure Industry 4.0 Smart Factories" (300 citations). These reviews have become foundational references for securing IoT-connected vehicles and industrial automation. More recently, Fraga-Lamas has advanced the concept of Cyber-Physical Human-centered Systems (CPHSs) for Industry 5.0, developing cost-effective IoT thermal imaging safety systems for collaborative robotics. Her work on a thermal imaging safety sensor (2023) demonstrates a practical, human-centric approach to manufacturing safety. With over 700 total citations across her top papers, Fraga-Lamas is recognized for bridging theoretical blockchain security with real-world industrial applications, making her a key voice in the evolution toward smarter, safer, and more resilient factories.