جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Damien Vergnaudمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• Post-quantum cryptography
• Zero-knowledge proofs
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Damien Vergnaud is a Full Professor at Sorbonne University since September 2017, affiliated with the ALMASTY research team within LIP6 (Laboratoire d'Informatique de Paris 6), the Computer Science department of the Faculty of Science. His office is located at 4 place Jussieu, Paris, France, in Couloir 24-25, Étage 4, Bureau 412. Dr. Vergnaud holds a doctorate degree in mathematics from Université de Caen Basse-Normandie and an habilitation thesis in computer science from École normale supérieure. His research focuses on the design of efficient and secure cryptographic protocols, theoretical aspects of provable security, number theory, and randomness in cryptography. His work spans multiple domains including post-quantum cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, secure implementation techniques against side-channel attacks, and cryptographic protocol analysis. He actively investigates how quantum computing impacts traditional cryptographic assumptions and protocols, as evidenced by his supervision of PhD students working on quantum-related cryptographic topics. Dr. Vergnaud's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on post-quantum cryptographic techniques, zero-knowledge argument systems, and secure implementation methodologies. His research output shows consistent collaboration with both academic researchers and industry partners, particularly in practical cryptographic implementations. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical security considerations, addressing challenges in modern cryptographic systems including resistance to quantum computing threats and side-channel analysis. Dr. Vergnaud actively supervises PhD students, currently mentoring three doctoral candidates and having successfully guided four students to completion in recent years. His supervision spans diverse topics within cryptography, including post-quantum cryptographic techniques, zero-knowledge arguments, secure implementations against physical attacks, and mathematical studies of pseudorandom number generators. He has served on numerous PhD defense committees, indicating his active role in the academic community. Dr. Vergnaud is a member of the ALMASTY research team at LIP6, which specializes in cryptographic algorithms and protocols. The team works on both theoretical foundations and practical implementations of cryptographic systems, with particular emphasis on security against various attack vectors including quantum computing threats and side-channel analysis.

Tiffany Lowe-Powerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bacteriology
• Bacterial Genetics
• Plant-Microbe Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tiffany Lowe-Power is an Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology at the University of California, Davis, affiliated with the Department of Plant Pathology. Her research focuses on bacteriology, bacterial genetics, and plant-microbe interactions with particular emphasis on xylem pathogenesis and rhizosphere ecology. Her work explores how plant pathogens such as Ralstonia species colonize and thrive in plant vascular systems, including mechanisms of biofilm formation, chemotaxis, and virulence factor regulation. Her research interests also encompass bacterial physiology and metabolism, particularly the role of exopolysaccharides like EPS-I in pathogen dissemination, and the degradation of plant defense compounds such as hydroxycinnamic acids. She has developed diagnostic tools for Ralstonia species differentiation and contributed to open-access standards in plant pathology research. Key themes in her publications include genomic analyses of Ralstonia diversity, functional genomics of type VI secretion systems, and the ecological and evolutionary drivers of pathogen virulence. Her recent work addresses emerging bacterial wilt outbreaks in crops like ginger and the genetic basis of resistance in tomato, pepper, and eggplant cultivars. Tiffany’s research integrates molecular biology, genomics, and biophysical approaches to understand microbial adaptation in plant environments. She advocates for reproducibility and transparency in scientific practices, as highlighted in her 2024 guidelines for open-access plant pathology research. She leads the Lowe-Power Lab at UC Davis, whose research portal is available at https://lowepowerlab.github.io/ .

• Cryptography
• Information Security
• Secure Multiparty Computation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Louis Cianciullo is a researcher affiliated with James Cook University, where he completed his PhD in 2022. His research focuses on cryptography, information security, and secure multiparty computation, with a particular emphasis on unconditional security and privacy-preserving algorithms. He has collaborated extensively with Hossein Ghodosi on topics such as oblivious polynomial evaluation, secret sharing, and cryptographic protocol analysis. His work also extends to interdisciplinary applications, such as using image processing for agricultural automation in pearl oyster selective breeding. Education: PhD in Information Security, James Cook University (2022) Research Interests: His primary contributions lie in advancing cryptographic techniques for secure computation, including multi-party computation protocols, cheating detection mechanisms, and theoretical foundations of information-theoretic security. He also explores practical applications of computer vision and image processing in real-world scenarios. Grants and Advising: While no specific grants or advising roles are explicitly listed, his active publication record from 2018 to 2022 suggests sustained engagement in research projects and collaborations.

Olivier Blazyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptographic Protocols
• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Zero-Knowledge Proofs
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Olivier Blazy is a Professor at École Polytechnique, specializing in cryptographic protocols and security analysis. His research spans post-quantum cryptography, implicit cryptography, end-to-end encryption, and online age verification systems. Current affiliations: École Polytechnique (since 2021), LIX Grace Lab Previous institutions: University of Limoges (2014-2021), Ruhr University Bochum (2012-2014), École Normale Supérieure (2009-2012) Blazy’s work focuses on developing quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions, including secret sharing mechanisms, oblivious transfer protocols, and code-based encryption systems. He has contributed to the NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography standardization process. His research includes a taxonomy for post-compromise security, analyzing recovery speeds of protocols like Signal and 5G handover systems. Recent publications explore bivariate proximity tests, cryptographic accumulators, and identity-based revocation schemes. Blazy has been featured in media discussing cybersecurity policy, including: Critique of French government’s StopCovid contact-tracing app (2020-2022) Analysis of EU digital identity frameworks (2024) Commentary on online age verification and privacy (2023) He teaches advanced cryptography courses covering encryption, differential privacy, and cryptanalysis techniques.

• Algebraic Geometry
• Finite Geometry
• Coding Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Angela Aguglia is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management of the Polytechnic University of Bari (Poliba). Her research focuses on Algebraic Geometry, Finite Geometry, and Coding Theory, with applications in cryptography and combinatorial designs. Her work primarily explores quasi-Hermitian varieties, hypersurfaces in finite fields, and their connections to secret sharing schemes, minimal codes, and orthogonal arrays. Recent publications highlight intersecting families of graphs, orbit codes, and non-Desarguesian planes. Aguglia’s research trends emphasize algebraic structures in finite projective spaces, including the study of blocking sets, semiovals, and maximal arcs. She has contributed extensively to the classification and equivalence of geometric objects, with implications for coding theory and design theory.

Farinaz Koushanfarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hardware Security
• Integrated Circuit Security
• Physical Unclonable Functions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Farinaz Koushanfar is a Professor in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. With an impressive h-index of 65 and over 27,000 citations, she has established herself as a leading researcher in hardware security and privacy-preserving computing. Her research interests span hardware security, integrated circuit protection, physical unclonable functions, hardware trojans, logic locking, and privacy-preserving machine learning. Koushanfar's work addresses critical security challenges throughout the semiconductor supply chain, developing innovative solutions for IP protection, anti-counterfeiting, and secure hardware design. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of hardware security and machine learning, particularly in federated learning security and privacy-preserving deep neural network inference. Her research shows a clear trajectory from foundational hardware security mechanisms toward more complex systems-level security challenges in emerging computing paradigms. Throughout her career, Koushanfar has made significant contributions to both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations in hardware security, with numerous highly influential publications that have shaped the field.

• Cryptography
• Information Security
• Blockchain Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Raylin Tso is a distinguished faculty member at National Chengchi University (NCCU), serving as a Professor in the Department of Computer Science within the College of Informatics. He also holds significant administrative positions including Vice Dean of the College of Informatics and Director of the Information Security Center. With extensive research experience spanning over two decades, Professor Tso has established himself as a leading expert in cryptography and information security. Professor, Department of Computer Science, NCCU (2020-present) Vice Dean, College of Informatics, NCCU (2024-2026) Director, Information Security Center, NCCU (2023-present) Director, Master Program in Information Security, NCCU (2023-present) Professor Tso earned his PhD in Systems and Information Engineering from the University of Tsukuba, Japan (2004-2006), following two master's degrees from the same institution in Systems Engineering (2002-2004) and Business Administration (2000-2002). He completed his undergraduate studies in Industrial Engineering at National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan (1991-1995). Professor Tso's research focuses on advanced cryptographic systems with particular emphasis on post-quantum cryptography, blockchain security, and privacy-preserving technologies. His work spans theoretical foundations of cryptographic protocols to practical implementations in real-world systems. Recent research has increasingly concentrated on quantum-resistant cryptographic schemes, secure multi-party computation, and applications of cryptography in emerging technologies like IoT and smart contracts. His research group actively explores the intersection of traditional cryptographic techniques with modern computing paradigms, addressing security challenges in cloud computing, distributed systems, and digital identity management. Analysis of Professor Tso's recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward post-quantum cryptography and privacy-enhancing technologies. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in addressing quantum computing threats to traditional cryptographic systems while maintaining practical efficiency. A significant portion of his recent research focuses on identity-based encryption systems, searchable encryption techniques, and secure protocols for distributed environments. The interdisciplinary nature of his work is evident in applications spanning financial technology, healthcare data security, and vehicular networks. Distinguished Professor, National Chengchi University (2022, 2024) MOST Research Award (2020-2023) Best Journal Paper Award, Algorithms and Computational Theory Society (2017) Outstanding Researcher, Korea Information Processing Society Senior Excellent Teacher Award (10 years), National Chengchi University Professor Tso has successfully mentored numerous graduate students, including PhD candidate Zi-Yuan Liu who frequently appears as a co-author on recent publications. He has secured substantial research funding from Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), formerly known as MOST, with multiple ongoing projects focused on next-generation cryptography, blockchain security, and privacy-enhancing technologies. His current research portfolio includes several multi-year projects totaling millions in funding, with particular emphasis on post-quantum cryptography migration, secure digital identity systems, and quantum-resistant blockchain technologies. Professor Tso leads the Information Security Center at NCCU and is actively involved with multiple research laboratories including the Blockchain Payment Network Research Lab and the Quantum Security Research Group. His team collaborates extensively with industry partners including Chunghwa Telecom Research Institute and the Financial Information Corporation, bridging academic research with practical security applications. The research group maintains strong international collaborations with institutions in Japan, South Korea, and the United States, contributing to the global advancement of cryptographic research.

Galain Williamsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Horizontal Gene Transfer
• Bacterial Conjugation
• Bacterial Genetics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Galain Williams is a Research Fellow in the Department of Microbiology at the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute, Monash University. His research focuses on understanding bacterial conjugation mechanisms, particularly how bacteria share DNA via plasmids. He works in Professor Dena Lyras's laboratory, investigating horizontal gene transfer processes relevant to antibiotic resistance and bacterial pathogenesis. Education: Not explicitly stated in provided texts. Research Interests: Dr. Williams specializes in Horizontal Gene Transfer (HGT), bacterial genetics, and the molecular mechanisms underlying bacterial pathogenesis. His work explores how plasmids facilitate genetic exchange between pathogens, with applications to combating antibiotic resistance. Key areas include conjugation dynamics, toxin regulation in Clostridioides difficile , and virulence factor modulation in pathogens like Pasteurella multocida . Research Trends: Recent publications highlight investigations into carbapenem-resistant bacteria, Gram staining alternatives using spectroscopy, and the role of endolysins in pathogen control. His work bridges microbiology with clinical applications, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Labs & Collaborations: Active in the Lyras Lab at Monash, collaborating with institutions in Australia and internationally. His research integrates genomic analysis, molecular biology, and spectroscopic techniques.

Douglas Fearonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer Immunology
• Tumor Microenvironment
• Pancreatic Cancer
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Douglas Fearon is a Professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL), where he leads the Fearon Laboratory and is a member of the CSHL Cancer Center. He holds academic appointments in Cancer Genetics and Genomics, focusing on understanding tumor-immune interactions, particularly in pancreatic cancer. His research explores how the tumor microenvironment suppresses immune responses, with breakthroughs including the role of CXCL12-KRT19 coatings in T cell exclusion. Fearon earned his MD from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in English Literature from Williams College. Key roles include Director of the Flow Cytometry Shared Resource, and adjunct positions at Weill Cornell Medical College and the University of Cambridge. His professional accolades include membership in the National Academy of Sciences and honorary degrees. Research Interests: Tumor immune suppression mechanisms, cancer immunotherapy, pancreatic cancer biology, and stromal cell biology. Current projects involve developing anti-CXCR4 antibodies and studying B cell antigens in solid cancers. Notable Publications: Over 291 publications, including seminal works on CXCR4 inhibition, autophagy in immune evasion, and T cell exclusion mechanisms. Recent studies focus on keratin-19 secretion mechanisms and NKT cell roles in antitumor immunity. Awards: Distinguished Fellow of AAAS, Honorary Doctorate (University of Leicester), and multiple editorial roles in top journals like Nature and PNAS.

Claudio Orlandiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• Secure Computation
• Privacy-Preserving Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claudio Orlandi is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Aarhus University. His research focuses on cryptography, secure computation, privacy-preserving technologies, and blockchain security. He is actively involved in advancing cryptographic protocols for applications such as secure multi-party computation, zero-knowledge proofs, and homomorphic encryption. Orlandi has contributed to numerous high-impact publications on topics ranging from threshold cryptosystems to privacy-preserving analytics. He serves as Chief Cryptographic Protocol Designer and Partner at Partisia, where he applies his expertise to real-world cryptographic solutions. His work emphasizes practical implementations of secure systems, including protocols for distributed data analytics, private set intersection, and accountable blockchain mechanisms. Orlandi’s research bridges theoretical cryptography with real-world usability, addressing challenges in privacy, efficiency, and security in distributed environments. Key areas of specialization include secure computation frameworks, post-quantum cryptography, and cryptographic mechanisms for distributed systems. His contributions have been recognized through collaborations with industry partners and academic institutions, driving innovation in privacy-preserving technologies.

Sebastian Faustمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• Applied Cryptography
• Side-Channel Attacks
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Sebastian Faust is a faculty member in the Department of Computer Science at Technical University of Darmstadt, where he heads the Applied Cryptography department. He has been at TU Darmstadt since 2017, holding a full professorship. His research focuses on applied cryptography with applications in blockchain security, side-channel resistance, and secure multi-party computation. Professor Faust's educational background includes: Doctorate from KU Leuven, Belgium (2010) Postdoctoral fellowship at Aarhus University, Denmark Marie Curie IEF scholarship at EPFL, Switzerland Assistant professor position at Ruhr University Bochum Professor Faust's research interests span multiple areas of cryptography and security. He specializes in developing practical cryptographic solutions that are resilient against real-world attacks, particularly side-channel attacks and implementation-level vulnerabilities. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementation concerns, focusing on making cryptographic systems secure against both passive observation and active fault injection. He has made significant contributions to masking schemes, threshold cryptography, and blockchain security protocols. His research often addresses the gap between theoretical security guarantees and practical implementation challenges. Analysis of Professor Faust's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on practical cryptographic applications, particularly in blockchain and cryptocurrency security. His work addresses critical challenges like MEV (Miner Extractable Value) prevention, secure wallet implementations, and threshold cryptography for decentralized systems. He continues to advance fundamental cryptographic techniques like secret sharing and masking schemes, with a particular emphasis on making these techniques practical for real-world implementation. His research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from theoretical foundations to practical applications. Professor Faust has received numerous prestigious awards: Copernicus Award (2020) 2nd place with Perun in the category scientists at the TU Ideas Competition (2019) DFG Emmy Noether Programme for project "Cryptography beyond the black-box model" (2015) Best paper award at Eurocrypt 2014 for "Unifying leakage models: from probing attacks to noisy leakage" (2014) Marie Curie Fellowship (2013) Microsoft Research PhD Scholarship (2007) Professor Faust leads an active research group focusing on applied cryptography. His research has been supported by prestigious grants including the DFG Emmy Noether Programme, which provides exceptional early-career researchers with the opportunity to qualify for professorship by leading an independent junior research group. His work on the Shutter Network represents a significant practical application of his research in threshold cryptography for real-world blockchain systems. He has advised numerous PhD and Master's students who have gone on to contribute to both academia and industry. Professor Faust heads the Applied Cryptography research group at TU Darmstadt. This group focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical cryptography and practical implementation security. Their work encompasses side-channel resistance, secure multi-party computation, blockchain security, and cryptographic protocol design. The group maintains strong collaborations with both academic institutions and industry partners to ensure their research addresses real-world security challenges.

Raluca Ada Popaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Security
• Systems Security
• Applied Cryptography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Raluca Ada Popa is an associate professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley, holding the Robert E. and Beverly A. Brooks Endowed Chair. She leads the Frontier Security team at Google DeepMind and co-founded the RISELab, SkyLab, and DARE diversity program. Her research focuses on systems security, cryptographic computing, and privacy-preserving machine learning. She received her PhD from MIT in 2014, alongside BS and MS degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics from MIT. Education: PhD in Computer Science, MIT (2014) MS in Computer Science, MIT (2010) BS in Computer Science and Mathematics, MIT (2009) Research Interests: Popa designs systems that compute securely on encrypted data, enabling confidentiality in cloud computing, AI, and collaborative analytics. Her work bridges cryptography and systems, with contributions to secure multi-party computation, hardware enclaves, and decentralized trust mechanisms. Key innovations include CryptDB, Opaque, and Helen, which have influenced industry standards like Microsoft SQL's Always Encrypted service. Publications & Awards: Over 50+ peer-reviewed papers, including influential work at top venues like USENIX Security, SOSP, and IEEE S&P. Notable awards include the ACM Grace Murray Hopper Award (2021), Sloan Research Fellowship (2018), and MIT Technology Review's TR35 (2019). Her work has been recognized for advancing secure computing and privacy-preserving technologies. Advising & Grants: Advisor to over 20 PhD students and postdocs, many of whom hold faculty positions or lead industry research. Recipient of major grants including NSF CAREER Award (2020), Bakar Fellowship (2019), and a $10M NSF Expedition for RISELab. Co-founded Opaque Systems (2021) and PreVeil (2015), with significant industry impact. Labs & Teams: Co-director of RISELab (Real-time, Intelligent, Secure Systems) and SkyLab (secure cloud and edge computing). Founded DARE to promote diversity in EECS research, connecting undergraduates with faculty mentors.

Konstantin V Korotkovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Structural Biology
• Biochemistry
• Microbial Pathogenesis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Konstantin V Korotkov is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of bacterial protein secretion systems, particularly the ESX (Type VII) systems in pathogenic bacteria such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis , Staphylococcus aureus , and Bacillus anthracis . His research interests lie at the intersection of structural biology, biochemistry, and microbial pathogenesis. Using X-ray crystallography, electron microscopy, and biochemical assays, Dr. Korotkov aims to elucidate the architecture and function of the ESX secretion machinery. This knowledge is expected to guide the development of novel antibacterial therapies, especially for tuberculosis. His lab investigates key enzymes and protein complexes involved in bacterial metabolism and virulence, with a strong emphasis on identifying druggable targets. The recent publications (all from 2019) highlight a consistent focus on structural characterization of bacterial enzymes and secretion system components. These works span topics such as methionine biosynthesis, NAD metabolism, cell wall modifications, and chaperone-mediated protein transport. Collectively, they reflect expertise in structural enzymology and a strategic approach to targeting essential pathways in pathogenic bacteria. Dr. Korotkov has published in high-impact journals including Nature Chemical Biology , ACS Chemical Biology , Scientific Reports , and Journal of Molecular Biology . While specific awards are not listed, his publication record indicates significant contributions to the field of bacterial pathogenesis and structural microbiology. He mentors research in a laboratory setting focused on structural and biochemical analysis of bacterial systems. Although specific students are not named, his research program supports graduate and potentially undergraduate research opportunities. Collaborative work is evident from co-authorship with researchers across disciplines, including microbiology, chemical biology, and glycobiology. His lab utilizes shared resources such as protein production facilities and advanced microscopy. Dr. Korotkov is affiliated with structural and biochemical research facilities at the University of Kentucky, including access to X-ray crystallography and electron microscopy infrastructure. His work is supported by structural biology and infectious disease research networks, and he contributes to the academic mission through research, publication, and training in molecular biochemistry.

Lisa Maria Kohlمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cryptography
• Secure Multi-Party Computation
• Post-Quantum Security
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Lisa Maria Kohl is a tenured researcher in the Cryptology Group at CWI Amsterdam , where she has worked since 2020. She focuses on developing practical post-quantum secure protocols and secure multi-party computation . Her academic journey includes a PhD at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (2019), postdoctoral research at Technion (2020), and a visiting researcher role at the FACT Center at IDC Herzliya during her PhD. Education : PhD from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (2019) Previous Positions : Postdoctoral researcher at Technion (2020), visiting researcher at IDC Herzliya (2019), visiting student at CWI (2015) Current Role : Research Scientist at CWI Amsterdam (2020–present) Kohl’s research spans cryptographic theory and its practical applications. Key areas include secure multi-party computation , homomorphic secret sharing , oblivious transfer , and lattice-based cryptography . Her work often addresses efficiency, tight security reductions, and post-quantum resilience, as seen in her recent publications on scalable protocols and topology-hiding computation. Her 15 most recent publications (2025–2019) reveal a focus on secure computation (e.g., SPDZ extensions, RMS programs), pseudorandomness (e.g., LPN-based constructions), and privacy-preserving technologies (e.g., Privacy Pass, topology-hiding communication). Collaborations with prominent researchers like Elette Boyle, Yuval Ishai, and Ronald Cramer underscore her integration into global cryptographic research networks.

• Information Systems
• Computational Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Miljan Vučetić is a Serbian academic specializing in Information Technologies , currently employed as a scientific advisor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade. He has also made significant contributions at the Vlatacom Institute since 2014, leading their Artificial Intelligence Team from 2019 onward. Bachelor's in Telecommunications (Faculty of Transportation, 2008) Doctorate in Information Systems (Faculty of Organizational Sciences, 2013) His research focuses on Computational Intelligence , with key contributions to Fuzzy Logic , Big Data , and Machine Learning , particularly in applications for Smart Cities and Network Optimization . His work spans from theoretical database modeling to practical implementations in IoT and Security Systems . In 2024, he achieved IEEE Senior Member status, reflecting his significant professional impact. He also holds a Microsoft Certification and has contributed to 14 technical solutions. Vučetić has been instrumental in developing Vlatacom Institute's AI Team and participates in FP7 , Horizon 2020 , and COST international research programs. His collaborative work extends across Smart City systems, Healthcare technology, and Transportation optimization projects.