Prof. Dr. Nataša Živić is a Professor of Information and Coding Theory and Real-Time Image Processing at the Faculty of Digital Transformation , HTWK Leipzig . Her work bridges theoretical foundations in coding, cryptography, and signal processing with practical applications in IoT, smart grids, automotive systems, and blockchain technologies. Academic background: Dr.-Ing. habil. and Dr.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering, University of Siegen; Magister and Dipl.-Ing. from University of Belgrade. Professional journey: Founder of Secutanta GmbH; Senior Technical Security Engineer at Volkswagen (Cariad); academic roles at University of Siegen. Her research focuses on secure and robust communication , including noise-tolerant data authentication, joint channel coding and cryptography, and real-time image processing. She explores probabilistic AI algorithms and distributed ledger technologies for industrial applications in mobility and energy systems. The 15 most recent publications highlight her leadership in applying blockchain and DLT to automotive and IoT contexts, advancing secure communication in smart metering and charging infrastructure, and integrating machine learning for environmental and financial prediction. Her work spans IEEE, MDPI, and Springer venues, reflecting strong academic impact. Scientific Awards: Best Paper and Innovation Award, IEEE SEGE 2015 Best Paper Award, UBICOMM 2010 She has led DAAD-funded international projects with universities in the USA, Korea, and China, and contributes to standardization as a member of DIN and ISO committees on security (SC 27) and AI (SC 42). She is also an IEEE Senior Member and active reviewer for top journals. Her research addresses real-world challenges in automotive security, smart energy, and digital transformation.








