Marian Margraf

Prof. Dr. Marian Margraf is a Professor of Information Security at the Institute of Computer Science within the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Freie Universität Berlin. Their research focuses on cryptography, cybersecurity, and privacy-preserving technologies. Key projects include the Center for Trustworthy AI, Cryptanalysis of Physically Unclonable Functions (PUFs), and initiatives like PrivacyBox and SecureFog.

Research interests span secure systems design, applied cryptography, and ethical AI integration. Prof. Margraf leads the Information Security Working Group and contributes to cross-disciplinary projects such as FLOQI (quantum-safe cryptography) and ONCE (secure communication).

Notable engagements include supervising student theses, organizing events like CoderDojo and Girls' Day, and overseeing infrastructure like the Student eCard Demonstrator. Former team members include Daniel Augustin and Markus Hoffmann, reflecting a sustained commitment to academic and technical mentorship.

Labs and teams under their guidance include the Institute of Computer Science’s Information Security division, actively involved in both theoretical and applied research. Current projects emphasize real-world security solutions for emerging technologies.