Dr. Alejandro Reyes

Dr. Alejandro Reyes
Professor of Criminology
Northern Philippines College for Maritime Science and Technology
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +63 934 161 2901

Dr. Alejandro Reyes is a highly respected Professor of Criminology at Northern Philippines College for Maritime Science and Technology, with over 22 years of experience in the field. His expertise encompasses criminal justice, forensic science, maritime security, and crime prevention strategies. Dr. Reyes is particularly known for his research on transnational maritime crime and the development of effective policies to combat piracy and trafficking in the Southeast Asian region.

Dr. Reyes obtained his Ph.D. in Criminology from the University of the Philippines, where his dissertation focused on the impact of organized crime on maritime trade routes. Over his distinguished career, he has authored more than 60 scholarly articles and conference papers. Some of his key publications include:

• “Maritime Piracy in Southeast Asia: Trends and Countermeasures,” published in the Journal of Maritime Security and Safety (2019).
• “Forensic Approaches to Investigating Maritime Crime,” presented at the Global Criminology Conference (2021).
• “The Role of International Law in Combating Maritime Human Trafficking,” published in the International Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice (2020).

Dr. Reyes is actively engaged in international efforts to improve maritime security and has collaborated with organizations such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). He is also a member of the Asian Criminological Society (ACS) and the International Society of Criminology (ISC) .

As an educator, Dr. Reyes is known for his engaging and practical approach to teaching, ensuring that his students are well-equipped with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in criminology. He is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of criminologists and security professionals, with a focus on applying criminological research to address real-world challenges in the maritime industry. Dr. Reyes believes that through education, research, and collaboration, it is possible to create safer and more secure maritime environments.