Educational Qualifications

2014
PhD in Psychology, Monash University, Australia

2007
MSc in Applied Forensic Psychology, University of Leicester, United Kingdom

2002
BSc (Honours) in Psychology, University of Tasmania, Australia

1999
BA in Psychology, University of Western Australia, Australia

Academic and Professional Experience

2026 – present
Deputy Head, Public Safety & Security, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)

2024 –2025
Senior Lecturer, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)

2023 – 2024
Associate Faculty, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)

2004 – 2022
Head (Research/Psychologist)/Senior Manager, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)

2000 –2004
Senior Probation Officer, Ministry of Social & Family Development (MSF)

Selected Publications

Mohamed Ali, R. (2026, in press). The Psychology of Avatars: Unveiling the Hidden Risks in Virtual Playgrounds. Online Trust and Safety. World Scientific Publishing

Mohamed Ali, R. B. (2024). The Role of Women in Countering Violent Extremism: The Singapore experience. In J. Jerard & H. Kader (Eds.), Serving with a Heart (pp. 133-164). World Scientific Publishing.

Mohamed Ali, R. B., Moss, S.A., Barrelle, K. & Lentini, P. (2017). Does the Pursuit of Meaning Explain the Initiation, Escalation, and Disengagement of Violent Extremists? Aggression and Violent Behaviour, 34, 185-192.

Mohamed Ali, R. B., Moss, S.A., Barrelle, K. & Lentini, P. (2016). Initiatives that Counter Violent Radicalization but are Perceived as Suitable by Targeted Communities. Journal of Police and Criminal Psychology, 32, 43-55.

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