جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Signal processing
• Digital image processing
• Nonlinear dynamic systems
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Professor Kristina Kelber is a faculty member at HTW Dresden (Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden), holding the Chair of Communications Engineering within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering. She is also a member of the Faculty Council, contributing to academic governance at the institution. Her research focuses on signal processing , digital image processing , and the analysis and design of nonlinear dynamic systems . Her work spans theoretical aspects of communications engineering and practical applications in diverse fields including music technology for accessibility applications, bird song identification, film restoration, and visitor center information systems. Her publication record demonstrates consistent expertise from the 1990s to present, with evolving applications from foundational work in chaos-based encryption systems to more recent applied research with social impact. Professor Kelber has secured research funding for projects such as "sprechAktiv," a child-friendly interactive language learning media initiative developed in cooperation with Linguwerk GmbH, Dresden, and funded by the BMBF's SME innovative program from 2013-2015. Her research methodology combines theoretical analysis with practical implementation, as evidenced by publications ranging from mathematical analysis of chaotic systems to applied projects in music technology and image processing. Member of the Faculty Council at HTW Dresden Associated with the Communication Technology laboratory Active researcher with publications spanning over two decades Professor Kelber teaches courses in systems theory, signals and systems, audio and video technology, signal coding, and digital image processing across multiple degree programs. She offers both traditional classroom instruction and distance learning options through the Bildungsportal Sachsen (OPAL) platform, demonstrating adaptability to different educational delivery methods and commitment to accessible education.

Christof Paarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• Hardware Security
• Embedded Systems Security
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Professor Christof Paar is a Research Professor at Ruhr University Bochum, Faculty of Computer Science, where he leads the Embedded Security group. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementation security for embedded systems, with a strong emphasis on real-world security challenges. Professor Paar's research focuses on multiple critical areas of security including hardware security, side-channel attacks, hardware trojans, physical-layer security, wireless security, and reverse engineering. His work is characterized by a strong practical orientation, often demonstrating real-world vulnerabilities and developing practical countermeasures. He has made significant contributions to understanding and improving the security of cryptographic implementations in resource-constrained environments. His publication record shows a consistent output of high-quality research, with particular emphasis in recent years on physical-layer security, wireless security, hardware reverse engineering, and hardware trojan detection. His work spans both theoretical contributions to cryptographic engineering and practical demonstrations of security vulnerabilities in real systems. Professor Paar's educational impact is substantial, having co-authored the widely used textbook 'Understanding Cryptography' and offering numerous courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His group actively engages students through Bachelor and Master projects, providing hands-on experience with cutting-edge security research topics. His lab, the Embedded Security group, appears to maintain an active research program with multiple ongoing projects in hardware and embedded systems security. The group collaborates internationally and publishes regularly in top security venues, maintaining a strong presence in the cryptographic engineering community.

Daniel Wichsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• Computer Security
• Algorithms
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Daniel Wichs is a tenured Professor at the Khoury College of Computer Sciences at Northeastern University in Boston. He is a prominent researcher in the field of cryptography and serves as a Senior Scientist at NTT Research. His academic journey includes a PhD from New York University under Yevgeniy Dodis, a postdoctoral fellowship at IBM Research T.J. Watson, and degrees from Stanford University. Current Position: Professor at Northeastern University Prior Positions: IBM Josef Raviv Memorial Postdoctoral Fellow (2011-2013) Education: PhD NYU (2011), BS/MS Stanford (2005) Professor Wichs specializes in cryptography with research interests spanning computing on encrypted data, program obfuscation, lattice-based cryptography, information-theoretic cryptography, and foundational aspects of cryptography. He also maintains broad interests in computer security, algorithms, complexity theory, coding theory, and information theory. His research group includes current PhD students Manu Kondapaneni, LaKyah Tyner, and Ethan Mook, along with numerous successful alumni who have become professors at institutions worldwide. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on advanced cryptographic primitives including homomorphic encryption, zero-knowledge proofs, private information retrieval, and functional encryption. These works frequently appear at top-tier conferences like STOC, FOCS, CRYPTO, and EUROCRYPT, with several receiving best paper awards. His research often bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in privacy-preserving computation. Best Paper at STOC 2023 Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship (2018) NSF CAREER Award (2018) J.P. Morgan Faculty Research Award (2022) IBM Postdoctoral Fellowship (2011-2013) Professor Wichs actively contributes to the academic community through service as Area Chair for CRYPTO 2025 and EUROCRYPT 2024, Program Chair for ITC 2020, General Chair for STOC 2016, and membership on numerous program committees. He teaches advanced courses including Foundations of Cryptography (CS 7810) and Theory of Computation (CS 3800), and has organized events like the Charles River Crypto Day and the Simons Summer Program in Cryptography 2025. His research group operates at the forefront of cryptographic theory, addressing fundamental questions about secure computation on encrypted data while developing practical cryptographic tools for real-world applications.

Vicente Alarcon-Aquinoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cybersecurity
• Network Monitoring
• Anomaly Detection
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Dr. Vicente Alarcon-Aquino is a Professor in the Department of Computing, Electronics, and Mechatronics at Universidad de las Americas Puebla (UDLAP), Mexico. He received his Ph.D. and D.I.C. degrees in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Imperial College London in 2003. He previously served as department head from October 2012 to June 2018 and spent a research stay at King's College London in 2017. Dr. Alarcon-Aquino is a Senior Member of IEEE, a Level I member of the Mexican National System of Researchers (SNI), and a Fellow of the Mexican Academy of Sciences. His educational background includes: Ph.D. and D.I.C. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Imperial College London, UK (2003) Dr. Alarcon-Aquino's research focuses on cybersecurity, network monitoring, anomaly detection, wavelet analysis, and machine learning. His work spans theoretical foundations to practical applications in network security, with significant contributions to intrusion detection systems, cryptographic techniques, and machine learning approaches for security applications. He has developed innovative methods combining wavelet transforms with neural networks for various security and signal processing applications. His scholarly contributions include over 180 research articles in refereed journals and conference proceedings, a book on MPLS networks, and numerous citations. As an editor, he serves as Associate Editor for IEEE Access Journal and as Academic & Section Editor for PeerJ Computer Science, focusing on Security & Privacy. Notable professional recognitions include: Senior Member of IEEE Mexican National System of Researchers (SNI Level I) Member of the Mexican Academy of Sciences Dr. Alarcon-Aquino has supervised over 70 theses, including 8 Ph.D. dissertations, 15 Master's theses, and more than 37 Bachelor's theses. His supervision spans topics including network intrusion detection, information security, encryption algorithms, wavelet-based signal processing, neural networks, EEG signal processing, and biometric cryptosystems. He has hosted international research students from institutions including the Polytechnic University of Madrid and Kiel University of Applied Sciences. His research group at UDLAP focuses on developing advanced security solutions for modern network environments, with particular emphasis on applying machine learning techniques to cybersecurity challenges. Current projects include blockchain-based security solutions, federated learning approaches for intrusion detection, and advanced anomaly detection systems for IoT environments.

• Computer Security
• Pattern Recognition
• Digital Image Processing
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M. N. Islam is a Professor and Chair of the Computer Security department at Farmingdale State College, State University of New York (SUNY), a position he has held since 2016. His academic career spans multiple institutions including Old Dominion University, University of West Florida, University of South Alabama, and Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, where he served in various roles from Lecturer to Associate Professor. He has held significant administrative positions including Program Coordinator for Security Systems & Law Enforcement Technology (2013-2015) and currently serves as Chair of the Computer Security department. Dr. Islam earned his Doctor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan (1999), Master of Science in Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (1994), and Bachelor of Science in Engineering (with 1st Class Honors) from the same institution (1991). His doctoral research focused on optical communication systems. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields with a strong emphasis on applying optical techniques to security problems. Dr. Islam's work in pattern recognition has led to innovations in distortion-invariant target detection using log-polar transformation and joint transform correlation. His security research includes robust information security systems using steganography and optical techniques, with applications in biometrics and data protection. He has also made significant contributions to digital image processing, particularly in super-resolution enhancement techniques for video scenes, and has conducted extensive research on optical communication systems and wireless networks. Dr. Islam has received numerous prestigious awards including Senior Membership in IEEE (2008) and SPIE (2010), inclusion in Marquis Who's Who in America (2010), and multiple Individual Development Award Program (IDAP) awards from the State of New York (2011, 2014). His research has been supported by grants from SUNY High Need Program, NYSUNY 2020 Program, W.E.B. Du Bois Faculty Student Research Experience, Farmingdale Students First Grant, and US Army Medical Research. As an educator and mentor, Dr. Islam has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate students across multiple institutions. He has developed new curricula including B.S. degrees in Computer Security Technology and Infrastructure Security, and Microcredentials in Computer Security. His teaching portfolio includes over 30 courses ranging from foundational electrical engineering subjects to advanced computer security topics. He directs the Digital Image Processing Research Lab, which focuses on machine vision and security research, developing new facilities and securing research funding for innovative security applications.

Joshua Brandon Holdenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Number Theory
• Cryptography
• Algebra
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Joshua Brandon Holden is a Professor of Mathematics at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, where he has established himself as an expert in number theory and cryptography. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical cryptographic applications, and he has contributed significantly to both academic research and educational initiatives at the institution. Education: PhD in Mathematics from Brown University (1998) AM in Mathematics from Brown University (1994) AB in Mathematics from Harvard University (1992) Dr. Holden's research focuses on computational number theory, discrete logarithms, algebraic number theory, and applications of number theory to cryptography. His work explores the mathematical foundations of cryptographic systems, with particular attention to the discrete exponential function and its properties. He has also pioneered interdisciplinary connections between mathematics, computer science, and art through his investigations of braids, cables, and weaves using mathematical models. His research demonstrates how pure mathematical concepts can have practical applications in information security and artistic patterns. Dr. Holden's publication record reveals a consistent focus on the intersection of mathematics and cryptography, with a special emphasis on educational applications. His work spans theoretical investigations of number-theoretic concepts, practical cryptographic implementations, and innovative approaches to teaching complex mathematical ideas. A notable trend in his research is the connection between abstract mathematical structures and tangible real-world applications, including secure communication systems and artistic patterns. Scientific Awards: Honorary Member of Upsilon Pi Epsilon (2008) Best Paper in Mechanical Engineering Division at ASEE Annual Conference (2005) Dr. Holden has led National Science Foundation-funded research projects exploring discrete logarithms and has served as a cryptography consultant for Vadium Technology, Inc. since 2003. He has advised numerous student projects and theses in mathematics and cryptography. Additionally, he has played a leadership role on campus by chairing the committee on integrating classroom technology, demonstrating his commitment to innovative teaching methods and educational technology. His book 'The Mathematics of Secrets: Cryptography from Caesar Ciphers to Digital Encryption' has made complex cryptographic concepts accessible to a broader audience. While specific laboratory information isn't provided in the text, Dr. Holden's work with wireless tablet PCs and mathematical software suggests he has been involved in developing technology-enhanced learning environments. His research on braids and cellular automata also indicates interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge mathematics with computer science and artistic applications.

• Number Theory
• Uniform Distribution Theory
• Discrepancy Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christoph Baxa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Vienna, where he has been a faculty member since 2000. His academic career at the University of Vienna began in 1990 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics, then moved to the Department of Mathematics in 1992, where he was promoted to Associate Professor in 2000. He maintains an active research profile and teaching load, with courses scheduled through 2025. Dr. Baxa completed his academic training at the University of Vienna, earning his M.A. in 1990 with a thesis on prime representing functions and Hilbert's Tenth Problem, his Ph.D. in 1994 on the discrepancy of sequences (nα), and his Habilitation in 2000 on estimates for discrepancies of special uniformly distributed sequences. His research focuses on Number Theory, particularly Uniform Distribution Theory, Discrepancy Theory, Continued Fractions, and Diophantine Approximation. His work often connects number theory with mathematical logic, as evidenced by his early research on Diophantine representations. His recent scholarly activity is dominated by book reviews for Monatsh. Math., covering diverse areas including algebraic geometry, number theory, history of mathematics, and mathematical education. Dr. Baxa has received several prestigious awards including the Ph.D. sub auspiciis Praesidentis rei publicae, the Würdigungspreis from the Austrian Ministry of Science and Research, the Jubiläums-Studienpreis from the Austrian Mathematical Society, and the Edmund und Rosa Hlawka Preis from the Austrian Academy of Sciences. He has held research grants from the Austrian Science Fund and was an Erwin Schrödinger Fellow at the University of Colorado at Boulder from 2001-2003. As a professional service, he has been a regular reviewer for Mathematical Reviews since 1996 and reviews books for Monatsh. Math. He is a member of numerous mathematical societies including the AMS, DMV, EMS, LMS, ÖMG, and SMF.

Wolfgang Schulzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Communications Constitutional Law
• Media Law
• Internet Governance
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Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Schulz serves as Research Director at the Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG) and holds a University Professorship in Media Law and Public Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Hamburg. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans-Bredow-Institut since 2001. His academic career spans over two decades at the University of Hamburg, where he has lectured since 1997 and received his Habilitation in 2009. Dr. Schulz's research focuses on Communications Constitutional Law, Media Law, and Internet Governance with special attention to intermediaries and algorithmic decision-making. His work takes an interdisciplinary approach at the intersection of law, communication studies, and computer science, emphasizing knowledge dimensions and functional comparison of national approaches. He frequently engages in policy transfer at regional, national, EU, Council of Europe, and UNESCO levels. His recent scholarly output shows a strong trend toward platform governance, particularly analyzing the Digital Services Act (DSA) implementation, human oversight in AI systems, and the ethics of digitalization. His publications span legal analysis, interdisciplinary research on algorithmic systems, and normative frameworks for democratic digital societies, with increasing emphasis on practical implementation of regulatory frameworks. UNESCO Chair on Freedom of Communication and Information Chairmanship of the Committee of Experts on Internet Intermediaries (MSI-NET) of the Council of Europe (2016-2017) Membership in the Enquete Commission of the German Bundestag on 'Internet and Digital Society' (2010-2013) Prof. Schulz actively promotes media literacy as board member of the German Commission for UNESCO and coordinator of the Content Contact Group of the Internet & Jurisdiction Policy Network. He chairs the board of the Hamburg Citizen and Education Channel TIDE and serves on the Executive Committee of the Global Network of Internet and Society Research Centers. His leadership extends to numerous research projects including the DSA research network, 'Human in the Loop,' and 'The Ethics of Digitalisation – From Principles to Practices,' demonstrating substantial grant acquisition and team management capabilities. His laboratory and research environment centers around the HIIG and Hans-Bredow-Institut, where he leads interdisciplinary teams working at the intersection of law, technology, and society. These teams collaborate internationally through networks like the Global Network of Internet and Society Research Centers, focusing on practical implementation of digital governance frameworks and ethical considerations in algorithmic systems.

Hayssam El-Razoukمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hardware Security
• Cryptographic Hardware
• VLSI Circuits Design
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Hayssam El-Razouk serves as Associate Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at California State University, Fresno within the Lyles College of Engineering. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Western University (2015) and maintains active industry connections through prior roles at IBM Canada and RedIron Technologies. Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada (2015) MESc in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada (2006) BEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon (2002) - First Rank Research Focus: Dr. El-Razouk's work centers on Hardware Security and Cryptographic Hardware , with significant contributions to VLSI Circuits Design for finite field arithmetic. His research bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementations, emphasizing defect tolerance in digital circuits, data compression techniques, and pseudo-random sequence generation for secure communications. Current projects address emerging threats in embedded systems and IoT security. Publication Trends: Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2025-2016) reveals consistent specialization in GF(2^m) arithmetic optimization using Gaussian Normal Basis and Polynomial Basis representations. His work demonstrates progressive refinement from foundational finite field operations (2016-2019) toward integrated security solutions (2020-2025), with increasing focus on side-channel attack resistance and hardware-software co-design for real-world applications including automotive systems and smart homes. Scientific Recognition: Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Canada Graduate Scholarship-Doctoral (2011-2015) Best Presenter Award, IEEE CCWC 2023 Best Paper Award, IEEE CCWC 2021 Outstanding Faculty Publication Award, CSU Fresno (2019, 2020) Jamal Abdul Nassir Golden Medal Distinction Award (2002) Research Funding and Mentorship: Dr. El-Razouk secured a $378,002 Department of Defense grant (W911NF-21-1-0210) in 2021 for hardware security research. He teaches core courses including ECE 150 (Cloud and Cybersecurity) and ECE 156 (Cryptography), supervising senior design projects on topics like RFID security and temperature monitoring systems. As an IEEE and ASEE member, he actively contributes to conference program committees and journal reviews.

Anitha Gollamudiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Language-based Security
• Trusted Execution Environments
• Formal Methods
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Anitha Gollamudi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Miner School of Computer and Information Sciences, University of Massachusetts Lowell. She teaches core courses including Systems Security (COMP 5300), Compiler Construction (COMP 4060/5340), and Organization of Programming Languages (COMP 3010). Her research focuses on language-based security through hardware-assisted mechanisms, cryptography, and formal methods. Current projects include: Automatic compartmentalization of Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) programs Formal foundations of Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) compilers Privacy-preserving machine learning with encrypted learning Analysis of her 8 recent publications (2016-2025) reveals dominant themes in TEE security and secure compilation. Key contributions address memory safety in WebAssembly, authorization logic for computation principals, and formal verification of cryptographic systems. Her work consistently bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations for real-world security challenges. No scientific awards were mentioned in the available information. Professor Gollamudi actively mentors students across levels, currently advising PhD candidates Wesley B. Nuzzo and Samuel Dodson alongside undergraduate Benjamin Houle. Her former students include Nam Bui, James Chen, Yuka Akiyama (honors thesis), and Andrew Eggleston. She emphasizes collaborative research and encourages prospective students to contact her with research interests and academic background. She leads a research group focused on applying programming language techniques to security problems, with ongoing projects targeting enclave placement optimization, FHE correctness verification, and encrypted machine learning frameworks.