Janne Lindqvist

Janne Lindqvist is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Aalto University. His research bridges security engineering, human-computer interaction (HCI), and privacy, with a focus on making security systems usable and user-centric.

• University: Aalto University
• Department: Department of Computer Science
• Rank: Associate Professor
• Email: janne.lindqvist@aalto.fi

Lindqvist’s work spans security engineering, privacy systems, and user research, emphasizing practical authentication methods, password management, and human behavior in security contexts. He explores how users interact with systems like TPM APIs, gesture passwords, and mobile authentication mechanisms.

Recent publications highlight trends in authentication systems, ubiquitous computing security, and mobile user behavior. Key themes include biometric authentication, gesture-based security, and balancing usability with cryptographic robustness.

• CHI'25 Honorable Mention Award
• CHI'24 Best Paper Award

His research integrates empirical studies with technical implementations, such as analyzing password forgetting patterns and developing acoustic sensing for vehicle detection (e.g., Auto++, BO-Ear). Collaborative efforts span machine learning, psychology, and embedded systems.