جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Business Ethics
• Digital Ethics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Peter Seele is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Communication, Culture and Society at Università della Svizzera italiana (USI). He is affiliated with the Center for Climate Finance and Sustainability (CCFS), Ethics and Communication Law Center (ECLC), and the Luxury Observatory Lugano (LOLugano). His research focuses on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Business Ethics, Digital Ethics, Greenwashing, and Machinewashing. Dr. Seele holds dual PhDs in Economics (University of Witten/Herdecke, Germany) and Philosophy (University of Düsseldorf, Germany). He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Basel and conducted post-doctoral research at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (KWI) in Essen. His educational background includes studies at the University of Oldenburg and Delhi School of Economics, followed by two years as a business consultant in Frankfurt. His research explores ethical challenges in digitalization, sustainability, and technology. Notable themes include AI ethics governance, ethicswashing in corporate communication, and the interplay between blockchain and business ethics. Recent work addresses greenwashing trends, the ethical implications of algorithmic systems, and sustainable practices in luxury industries. Publications highlight critical analyses of digital ethics frameworks, sustainability backlashes, and the societal impact of emerging technologies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy, business studies, and environmental science, with a focus on practical solutions for ethical dilemmas in modern organizations. Peter Seele collaborates across academic and industrial sectors, emphasizing real-world applications of ethical theories. He advises on CSR strategies, digital transparency, and regulatory frameworks for sustainable business practices.

Claudio J. Tessoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Blockchain Technology
• Cryptocurrency Systems
• Complex Socio-Economic Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Claudio J. Tessone is a Professor of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies at the Department of Informatics, University of Zurich. He serves as Head of the Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies group, Chairman of the UZH Blockchain Center, and is incharge of the NetSci Society. His academic background includes a PhD in Physics (Complex Systems) and an Habilitation in Complex Socio-Economic Systems from ETH Zurich. Education: PhD in Physics (2006): Thesis on synchronization in stochastic systems, Universitat de les Illes Balears, Spain Habilitation (2015): Thesis on agent-based modeling of socio-economic systems, ETH Zurich Master in Physics (1999): Thesis on stochastic resonance, Instituto Balseiro, Argentina Research Interests: Prof. Tessone specializes in modeling complex socio-economic and socio-technical systems, with a focus on blockchain-based systems. His work explores crypto-economics, blockchain scalability, decentralized finance (DeFi), and the interplay between micro-level agent behavior and macro-level emergent properties. Notable areas include transaction network analysis in Bitcoin/Ethereum, consensus mechanisms (Proof-of-Stake/Work), and blockchain governance models. Publications Trends: Recent articles emphasize empirical blockchain analysis (e.g., Ethereum microvelocity, Bitcoin mesoscopic structure), DeFi arbitrage strategies, and privacy-preserving blockchain applications in healthcare. His work bridges theoretical agent-based models with real-world blockchain datasets, addressing both technical and socio-economic dimensions of distributed ledger technologies. Grants & Labs: Director of the UZH Summer School on Blockchain and Certificate of Advanced Studies program. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations through the URPP Social Networks (2015–2021) and ETH Zurich’s Systems Design group (2007–2014). Labs/Initiatives: Leads the UZH Blockchain Center, a hub for academic-industry research on blockchain applications in finance, governance, and digital transformation.

Cecilia Boschiniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cryptography
• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Lattice-Based Cryptography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cecilia Boschini is a Researcher affiliated with the Institute for Theoretische Informatik (Theoretical Computer Science) at ETH Zürich. Her work focuses on advanced cryptographic systems, particularly in post-quantum cryptography, lattice-based protocols, and privacy-preserving technologies. She contributes to developing secure digital signature schemes, threshold cryptography, and efficient cryptographic algorithms resistant to quantum computing threats. Her research bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in cybersecurity and distributed systems. Key contributions include innovations in fail-stop signatures, two-round threshold signatures (Ringtail), and lattice-based multi-signature systems (MuSig-L). Boschini’s work emphasizes balancing security with efficiency, often addressing challenges in mobile device security and memory encryption. She has published extensively in top-tier venues, with a focus on cryptographic protocols that enhance privacy and data integrity without compromising usability.

Ivan Pudduمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Information Security
• Cybersecurity
• Computer Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ivan Puddu is a Researcher affiliated with the Institute for Information Security at ETH Zürich. His work focuses on advancing cybersecurity, particularly in the realms of Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs), hardware security, and privacy-preserving technologies. He explores vulnerabilities in modern computing systems, including attacks on enclave-based security mechanisms and side-channel exploits. His research also addresses distributed systems, blockchain, and FPGA-accelerated architectures, aiming to enhance system sovereignty and data integrity. Notable contributions include studies on code confidentiality in TEEs, disaggregated memory systems, and mitigating security threats in low-power networks.

Aleksander Berentsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Blockchain Technology
• Cryptocurrencies
• Monetary Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Aleksander Berentsen is a Professor of Economics at the University of Basel’s Faculty of Business and Economics, specializing in Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, and nonconventional monetary policy. His research addresses topics like Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC), negative interest rates, and financial innovation. He has held visiting positions at top institutions including UC Berkeley and the University of Pennsylvania, and is a research fellow at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Berentsen co-authored the influential book Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptoassets: A Comprehensive Introduction (MIT Press, 2020), and has published extensively in journals like the American Economic Review and the Review of Economic Studies. Education: Studied at the Universities of Basel, Bern, and the London School of Economics. Key roles include advisory positions for the Swiss National Bank, ECB, and Bank for International Settlements. His work bridges theoretical economics with practical policy, particularly in digital finance and monetary systems. Research Interests: Blockchain technology, CBDC design, cryptocurrency stability, monetary policy tools (e.g., negative interest rates), and financial inclusion. He explores how decentralized systems can reshape traditional financial frameworks, with a focus on liquidity, stability, and regulatory challenges. Publications highlight his contributions to understanding cryptoasset dynamics, CBDC frameworks, and the societal implications of digital currencies. His 2020 book is widely praised as a foundational text for both academics and practitioners. Current projects include zero-knowledge proofs in blockchains and CBDC remuneration strategies. Labs/Teams: Co-founded the Center for Innovative Finance at the University of Basel to advance interdisciplinary research in fintech and digital currencies.

Ueli Maurerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Information Security
• Cryptography
• Theoretical Computer Science
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ueli Maurer is a Full Professor of Computer Science at ETH Zurich and heads the Information Security and Cryptography research group. He received his diploma and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from ETH Zurich in 1985 and 1990 respectively. After a fellowship at Princeton University, his research focuses on foundational aspects of cryptography and information security. Education Diploma in Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich (1985) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich (1990) DIMACS Research Fellow, Princeton University (1990-1991) His research spans information security, cryptographic protocols, discrete mathematics, and theoretical computer science. Key areas include provably secure systems design, digital signatures, public-key infrastructures, and trust management. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in digital security. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on advancing cryptographic theory and security proofs. Recent works explore anamorphic encryption, blockchain security frameworks, and composable protocol design. Primary trends include privacy-preserving communication, adaptive security models, and information-theoretic approaches to cryptography. Awards & Honors IEEE Fellow ACM Fellow IACR Fellow Member, German Academy of Sciences (Leopoldina) Rademacher Lecturer (2000) Vodafone Innovation Award (2013) RSA Mathematics Award (2016) TCC Test-of-Time Award (2016) He advises doctoral students on cryptographic protocols and security proofs. His research group works on diverse projects including secure multi-party computation and blockchain technologies. He co-founded the Zurich Symposium on Privacy and Security and serves on editorial boards of major cryptography journals.

• Digital Trust
• Cybersecurity
• Blockchain
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Felix Härer is a Lecturer and researcher at the University of Applied Sciences FHNW, School of Business, Basel, Switzerland, and also teaches externally at the University of Fribourg. He is affiliated with the Digital Trust Competence Center, where he conducts research and teaching in IT Security, Cybersecurity, Digital Trust, Blockchain, AI, Cloud Computing, and Systems Modeling. His research interests span a broad and interdisciplinary range, including: Digital Trust and Cybersecurity Blockchain and Decentralized Systems AI and Knowledge-based Systems (including LLMs and RAG) Software and Systems Modeling (BPMN, ArchiMate) Data Science and ETL-based Analytics Zero Trust and Secure Architectures His recent publications (2020–2023) demonstrate a strong focus on blockchain interoperability, model-driven engineering, decentralized applications, and the integration of AI with conceptual modeling. He explores scalable architectures, cross-chain query languages, and secure attestation mechanisms, often combining modeling approaches with emerging technologies. His work bridges academic rigor with practical implementation in distributed and cloud environments. Scientific awards include: Best Paper Award at IEEE PKIA 2023 He actively supervises bachelor’s and master’s theses and student projects in digital trust and related domains. He has served on PhD committees externally and is a reviewer and program committee member for journals and conferences such as IEEE Transactions, WWW, CAiSE, and EMISAJ. His professional experience includes industry work at Siemens Healthineers in software engineering. He is a member of the IEEE Blockchain Group (Switzerland) and contributes to UN/CEFACT standards for e-commerce and supply chain data. He is involved in organizing workshops and conferences, including B4ISE 2025, B4TDS 2023–2024, and DESRIST 2023, and has delivered keynotes on Computational Trust and Blockchain Interoperability.

• Cryptography
• Distributed Computing
• Secure Multi-Party Computation (MPC)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Chen-Da Liu-Zhang is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, leading the Information Systems Lab and Blockchain Lab. He is also a Research Scientist at the Web3 Foundation. His academic journey includes a PhD from ETH Zurich (advised by Prof. Ueli Maurer), a master's degree from ETH Zurich, and dual bachelor's degrees in computer science and mathematics from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. His research focuses on secure distributed systems, encompassing cryptography, distributed computing, multi-party computation (MPC), blockchain technology, consensus protocols, and quantum computing security. Key areas include asynchronous protocols, communication complexity, constructive cryptography, and network-agnostic security. Recent work emphasizes optimizing cryptographic broadcast protocols, achieving efficient MPC with linear communication, and advancing blockchain-related flooding protocols. He has contributed to over 40 publications in top venues like CRYPTO, EUROCRYPT, and TCC. His lab leadership positions reflect his role in bridging academic research with practical applications in distributed systems. Serving on program committees for CT-RSA 2025, S&P 2025, and Asiacrypt 2024 highlights his active role in the cryptography community. Notable collaborations include work with Prof. Vipul Goyal at Carnegie Mellon University and NTT Research.

• Software Composition
• Web 2.0 Mashups
• Cloud Computing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Cesare Pautasso is a Full Professor at the Software Institute within the Faculty of Informatics at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) in Lugano, Switzerland. His research focuses on software composition techniques, Web 2.0 mashups, cloud computing, business process management, and RESTful API design. He has led projects like JOpera, a service composition tool, and contributed to frameworks such as Liquid Software for adaptive distributed systems. Education: PhD in Computer Science from ETH Zurich (2004) and a Computer Science Engineering Degree (cum laude) from Politecnico di Milano (2000). Research Interests include model-driven engineering, service-oriented architectures, and API analytics. He has authored over 200 publications and serves on numerous program committees, including IEEE and ACM. His work has been funded by grants from Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), EU projects like S-CUBE, and industry collaborations. Teaching and Training: Focuses on Web Development, Enterprise Architecture, and emerging technologies. Active in conferences as general chair of ECOWS 2011 and ICWE 2016. Labs/Teams: Leads research groups exploring API design, blockchain applications, and adaptive systems. Collaborates with institutions like HPI Potsdam and ETH Zurich on projects like FC4MC and API-ACE.

Ingrid Bauer-Hänselمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Blockchain Applications
• Data Markets and Platforms
• Agile IT Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ingrid Bauer-Hänsel is an Assistant Professor of IT Management at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), affiliated with the Information Management (IWI-HSG) department. Her academic career includes roles as a Senior Technology Manager at Chage:ON (AMAG Group) and a doctoral researcher at the University of Zurich. She holds a Ph.D. in Blockchain Information Systems from the University of Zurich and a M.Sc. in Business Administration and Information Systems from Copenhagen Business School. Her research focuses on blockchain technologies, data markets, agile IT systems, and interorganizational systems design. Notable projects include the InnoSuisse Cardossier Project and studies on blockchain consortia. Bauer-Hänsel teaches courses such as Agile IT and Organization , Information Management , and Business Informatics 1 at both bachelor and master levels. She received the 2018 2nd Runner-up Best Paper Award at the ICIS conference. Her work explores socio-technical systems, tokenization, and AI-driven business models, with a particular emphasis on automotive and financial sectors. Current initiatives include designing blockchain-based data markets and exploring generative AI’s impact on knowledge work. Bauer-Hänsel’s professional background includes IT consulting at PwC, risk management roles at Danske Bank, and academic research at IBM and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. She actively contributes to bridging academic research with industry applications through collaborative projects and advisory roles.

• Commercial Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• Bankruptcy Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrea Tosato is a Professor of Law at Southern Methodist University's Dedman School of Law . His scholarship intersects commercial law , intellectual property , and cryptocurrency regulation , with a particular focus on digital assets and secured transactions . Research Interests include: Digital asset classification under Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Bankruptcy implications of crypto organizations Security interests in intellectual property Stablecoin regulation and tokenized debt instruments Blockchain applications in real estate finance His article trends show deep engagement with cryptocurrency legal frameworks , IP collateralization , and bankruptcy adaptation for decentralized systems. Co-authors include leading scholars like Christopher K. Odinet and Kara J. Bruce . Advising : Mentored ezinne igbokwe on pharmaceutical patent research. His work appears in top law journals including University of Pennsylvania Law Review and Arizona State Law Journal .

Suryanarayana Sankagiriمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Discrete Choice Models
• Recommendation Systems
• Blockchain Security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Suryanarayana Sankagiri is a postdoctoral researcher at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland, affiliated with the Information and Network Dynamics (INDY1) group under Professor Matthias Grossglauser. Previously, he earned his Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering (2018-2022) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , where he was supervised by Bruce Hajek and participated in the Coordinated Science Lab . He also holds an M.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois (2016-2018) and a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (2012-2016). Education : Ph.D., Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Illinois (2018-2022) M.S., Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Illinois (2016-2018) B.Tech., Electrical Engineering, IIT Bombay (2012-2016) Suryanarayana's research focuses on discrete choice models and their application to recommendation systems , with a particular emphasis on learning from choice data and developing novel models for human decision-making. His broader interests include blockchain security under adverse network conditions, network dynamics , probabilistic modeling , and algorithm design . Recent work explores nonconvex matrix factorization and contextual dueling bandits for recommendation systems. His publications span theoretical and applied domains, including high-impact venues like ICML , Stochastic Systems , and IEEE Transactions on Networking . Themes include blockchain efficiency , hidden community detection in preferential attachment graphs, and temporal analysis of Indian classical music. Current projects involve refining recommendation systems through sparse comparison data and designing protocols for resilient blockchain networks. Scientific Awards : zkCapital Paper of the Week (2021) Rambus Fellowship (2021) Mavis Future Faculty Fellowship (2019) List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent (2019) Nomination for IIT Bombay Undergraduate Colloquium (2016) Best Poster Award, IIT Bombay Undergraduate Research Symposium (2013) Suryanarayana has advised no students listed in the provided materials. His work has been supported by fellowships such as the Mavis Future Faculty Fellowship and Rambus Fellowship . He contributes to the INDY1 group at EPFL, which investigates information and network dynamics through interdisciplinary approaches combining probability , network theory , and algorithmic design .

Sina Rafati Niyaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Blockchain
• Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
• Supply Chain Tracking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sina Rafati Niya serves as a Senior Researcher at the Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies (BDLT) group, University of Zurich (UZH), where he specializes in blockchain data governance and analytics for PoS-based systems including Cardano, Tezos, Casper, and Polkadot since 2022. His research spans decentralized applications in DeFi, supply chain tracking, identity management, and IoT domains, building on continuous work since 2017. He completed his Ph.D. at UZH in 2021 with the dissertation "Efficient Designs for Practical Blockchain-IoT Integration," establishing foundational work for his current research trajectory. Rafati Niya's research centers on Blockchain Data Engineering and Analysis, with specific expertise in transaction untangling (Cardano shared send transactions), address clustering heuristics, privacy-preserving micro-payment systems for resource-constrained IoT devices, and GDPR-compliant blockchain adaptations. His methodology emphasizes practical implementation challenges in scalability and real-world deployment across financial, supply chain, and industrial IoT contexts. Publication analysis reveals concentrated advancements in Cardano analytics (60% of recent work), including novel transaction analysis frameworks and network structure investigations in Polkadot, alongside persistent exploration of blockchain-IoT integration patterns. This body of work demonstrates evolving sophistication from protocol design (2017-2020) toward advanced analytics and privacy solutions (2021-2025). No scientific awards were documented in the source material. While specific advisees and grants remain unlisted, his extensive co-authorship pattern (27+ publications 2017-2025) indicates active mentorship within the BDLT group and collaboration with researchers including C. J. Tessone, Burkhard Stiller, and M. Chegenizadeh. Current projects focus on offline micro-payment verification and Cardano transaction analytics. As a core contributor to UZH's BDLT research group, he drives initiatives in blockchain analytics infrastructure and practical protocol development, maintaining strong industry-academia connections through publications in IEEE ICBC, Springer, and Elsevier venues.

• Cybersecurity
• Information Security
• Internet of Things
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Niels Alexander Nijdam is a Senior Lecturer and researcher at the University of Geneva, affiliated with the Centre Universitaire d'Informatique (CUI) and the Geneva School of Economics and Management (GSEM). He leads the Information Security group (I-Sec lab) under the Research Institute for Statistics and Information Science (RISIS), focusing on cutting-edge research in cybersecurity, privacy, and distributed systems. PhD in Computer Science, University of Geneva His research interests span cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, smart cities, medical imaging, and virtual reality. He has pioneered work in secure frameworks for connected vehicles, trusted computing in embedded systems, GDPR compliance in mobility, and human-centric security visualization. His recent publications reflect a strong focus on automotive cybersecurity, blockchain for IoT, and risk assessment methodologies. The trend in his recent work (2019–2023) shows a consistent emphasis on cybersecurity in emerging technologies, particularly in transportation and IoT domains, integrating technical security mechanisms with regulatory and human factors. His publications frequently involve collaboration with researchers like M. Benyahya, A. Collen, and T. Lenard. Dr. Nijdam has not been explicitly mentioned with any scientific awards or fellowships in the provided text. As a research leader and senior lecturer, he supervises and mentors students and researchers within the I-Sec lab, though specific advisees are not listed. He has led multiple research projects related to IoT security, autonomous shuttles, and blockchain applications. No specific grants are mentioned, but his extensive publication record suggests active research funding. He directs the Information Security group (I-Sec lab), a research team focused on cybersecurity challenges in distributed and embedded systems, particularly in smart cities and autonomous mobility. The lab engages in both theoretical and applied research, often in collaboration with industry and academic partners.

Fernando Pedoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dependable Distributed Systems
• Distributed Algorithms
• Distributed Data Management Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Fernando Pedone is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Informatics, Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), leading the Computer Systems Institute (SYS). He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from EPFL (1999). His research focuses on dependable distributed systems, distributed algorithms, and fault-tolerant data management. Pedone has authored over 70 papers and co-edited 'Replication: Theory and Practice.' Roles: Full Professor, SYS Director Affiliations: USI, Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), Interchain Foundation Teaching: Distributed Algorithms, Distributed Systems, Operating Systems Research interests span atomic multicast protocols, state machine replication, blockchain synchronization, and consensus algorithms. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, emphasizing scalability and fault tolerance. Pedone's projects are sponsored by entities like SNSF, CTI, and Microsoft Research. Notable contributions include 'Heron' (shared-memory state replication), 'PrimCast' (atomic multicast), and studies on blockchain state synchronization. His lab oversees over 20 PhD students, with alumni holding roles in academia and industry. Grants and collaborations include partnerships with the Hasler Foundation, European Commission, and Western Digital Research. Pedone actively participates in conferences like Middleware, DSN, and EuroSys.