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Hutan Ashrafianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
• Metabolic Surgery
• Health Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Hutan Ashrafian is a clinician-scientist and surgeon at the University of Leeds Business School, holding dual roles as Professor of Research Impact and Senior Research Fellow at Imperial College London. His expertise spans AI in healthcare, metabolic surgery, and ancient history. He pioneered STARD-AI and QUADAS-AI guidelines for AI diagnostics, collaborated on AI-driven breast cancer screening with Google and NHS, and led global health policy initiatives. Ashrafian’s work bridges medicine, history, and philosophy, including his contributions to understanding historical figures’ medical conditions, such as King Tutankhamun’s epilepsy. He has authored over 550 publications, 12 books, and holds a PhD in computational physiology and an MBA with distinction. Awards include the Hunterian Prize and Wellcome Trust Fellowship. His research also explores AI ethics, quantum physics paradoxes, and art-based medical diagnostics. Education: PhD in Computational Physiology (Imperial College London) MBA (Warwick Business School) MD (University College London) Bachelor of Science in Immunology (University College London) Research Interests: Ashrafian’s work spans: AI in Medicine: Diagnostic algorithms, guideline development (STARD-AI/QUADAS-AI), and ethical frameworks. Metabolic Surgery: Bariatric interventions, gut microbiome, and obesity treatments. Ancient History: Medical analyses of historical figures (e.g., Tutankhamun, Julius Caesar) and art-based pathology identification. Philosophy: AI rights (AIONAI law), temporal paradoxes, and the Simulation Argument. Awards: Royal College of Surgeons Arris and Gale Lectureship Hunterian Prize Wellcome Trust Research Fellowship Advising & Innovation: Supervised >50 PhD students, co-founded Oxford Medical Products (weight loss tech), and serves as CSO at Flagship Pioneering’s Preemptive Health division. He advises on NHS digital transformation and global health policy. Labs/Teams: Leads AI initiatives at Imperial’s Institute of Global Health Innovation and collaborates with Google, NICE, and international institutions on health tech solutions.

Nils Fleischhackerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cryptography
• Theoretical Computer Science
• Zero-Knowledge Proofs
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nils Fleischhacker is an Assistant Professor for Cryptography at Ruhr University Bochum, where he leads the Theoretical Cryptography group within the Faculty of Computer Science. His research focuses on foundational aspects of cryptography with particular emphasis on zero-knowledge proofs, digital signatures, and secure computation. Prior to joining Ruhr University, he held postdoctoral positions at Johns Hopkins University and Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Fleischhacker received his PhD in Computer Science from Saarland University in February 2017, advised by Dominique Schröder. During his doctoral studies, he was a research intern at Microsoft Research with Chris Brzuska and a research visitor at the University of Maryland, College Park with Jonathan Katz and Dana Dachman-Soled. His research spans theoretical cryptography with significant contributions to zero-knowledge proofs, multi-signature schemes, property-preserving hash functions, and security proofs for cryptographic primitives. Fleischhacker's work often addresses fundamental questions about the limits and possibilities of cryptographic constructions, with particular attention to black-box separations and lower bounds. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on lattice-based cryptography and post-quantum secure protocols. Fleischhacker's publications over the past five years reveal a consistent research trajectory focused on improving the efficiency and security of cryptographic primitives, with particular emphasis on signature schemes, zero-knowledge protocols, and secure computation frameworks. His work frequently appears in top-tier cryptography venues including CRYPTO, EUROCRYPT, and CCS. Dr. Fleischhacker actively mentors PhD students, with numerous successful graduations spanning from 2010 to 2024. His former PhD students include Önder Askin (2024), Floyd Zweydinger (2023), and Lars Schlieper (2022), among others. His research is supported through various academic channels and collaborations. He is affiliated with several prominent research organizations including the Horst Görtz Institute (HGI) for Information Security, the DFG Excellence Cluster CASA, the EU Marie Curie Network QSI, and the International Association for Cryptologic Research (IACR). These affiliations provide a strong institutional framework for his theoretical cryptography research.

• Quantum-safe cryptography
• Lattice-Based Cryptography
• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ron Steinfeld is an Associate Professor in the Department of Software Systems & Cybersecurity at Monash University, Australia. He holds editorial roles in Designs Codes and Cryptography (since 2017) and has served on technical committees for top-tier conferences like ASIACRYPT, CRYPTO, and EUROCRYPT. His research focuses on quantum-safe cryptography, lattice-based cryptography, and blockchain security, with over 80 refereed publications and AUD$4M+ in research funding. Education: BSc Mathematics and Physics (Monash University, 1998) BE (Hons., First Class) Electrical and Computer Systems (Monash University, 2000) PhD Computer Science (Monash University, 2003) Research Interests: Design and analysis of cryptographic algorithms, quantum-safe protocols, lattice-based security foundations, and blockchain applications. His work underpins NIST standard algorithms like Kyber and Dilithium through structured lattice problem research. Recent Articles Trends: Focus on privacy-preserving blockchain protocols, post-quantum signature schemes, encrypted data search, and cryptographic applications in adversarial AI. Recent work includes fair Bitcoin watchtower schemes and genomic database privacy solutions. Awards: ASIACRYPT 2015 Best Paper Award Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD projects on quantum-safe cryptography and blockchain security. Leads initiatives like the AUD$4M ARC-funded Quantum Information Technology project. Collaborates with industry partners including CSIRO/Data61. Labs/Teams: Key contributor to Monash’s cybersecurity and cryptography research groups, involving interdisciplinary projects on materials discovery ( Æinstein initiative) and post-quantum blockchain security.

Stefano Tessaroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• Computer Security
• Theoretical Computer Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stefano Tessaro is a Professor in the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington. He holds the Paul G. Allen Career Development Professorship. His research focuses on cryptography, theoretical computer science, and computer security, emphasizing practical applications of cryptographic techniques. He co-leads the cryptography group at UW with Andrea Coladangelo and Huijia Lin, and is part of the theory group. Education: PhD in Computer Science from ETH Zurich (2010) Postdoctoral researcher at MIT CSAIL (2010-2014) and UC San Diego (2014-2019) Joined UW in 2019 as faculty Research Interests: His work spans theoretical cryptography, privacy-preserving systems, cryptographic protocols, and security foundations. He explores practical applications of cryptography, including secure protocols, post-quantum cryptography, and efficient cryptographic constructions. Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize threshold signatures, memory-tight security proofs, lattice-based cryptography, and privacy-preserving systems. Key themes include adaptive security, formal verification, and efficiency improvements in cryptographic protocols. Awards: NSF CAREER Award Sloan Research Fellowship Hellman Fellowship Research awards from Cisco, JP Morgan, and Microsoft Grants & Advising: His research has been supported by NSF grants and industry partnerships. He advises students in cryptographic theory and applications, though no specific student names are listed in the provided text. Labs & Teams: Co-leads the UW cryptography group, collaborating on projects like LERNA (secure aggregation) and Twinkle (threshold signatures). Engages with interdisciplinary teams in theoretical computer science and security.

Dmitri Strukovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Solid-State Nanoionics
• Emerging Electronics Devices and Circuits
• Non-Volatile Memories
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dmitri Strukov is a Professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His work spans material science, electrical engineering, and computer science, focusing on novel computing paradigms using emerging memory devices. Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from SUNY Stony Brook, MS in Applied Physics and Mathematics from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. Research Interests include neuromorphic computing , non-volatile memory applications , and mixed-signal circuits for machine learning and hardware security. His group develops memristive crossbar arrays and 3D NAND flash for energy-efficient systems. Scientific Leadership features Fellow of IEEE and Distinguished Lecturer roles. His work has been recognized with best paper awards at ASPLOS’19 and Computing Frontiers’13. Students: Mentored PhD graduates in neurocomputing, security, and memristor design including Z. Fahimi, S. Larimian, M.R. Mahmoodi, and X. Guo. Grants: Funded by AFOSR, ARO, DARPA, NSF, and industry leaders like Google and Samsung. Labs: Utilizes UCSB’s nanofabrication center and advanced tools for memristor characterization.

• Embedded Machine Learning
• High-Performance Computing
• Computer Architecture
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Holger Fröning is a full professor at Heidelberg University’s Institute of Computer Engineering (ZITI), where he leads the Hardware and Artificial Intelligence (HAWAII) Lab. His research focuses on embedded machine learning , high-performance computing , and hardware-software co-design , with emphasis on resource efficiency, power optimization, and emerging architectures like analog , photonic , and resistive memory systems. He has held leadership roles including Managing Director of ZITI (2023–present) and Dean of Studies for Computer Science (2019–2022) , and has collaborated with institutions such as NVIDIA Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Graz University of Technology. Research Trends : His recent publications explore Bayesian neural networks , green machine learning , analog computing noise mitigation , and GPU/FPGA optimization . Articles highlight photonic computing for AI , memory-efficient training , and hardware-aware DNN compression . Scientific Awards : 2025 HiPEAC Paper Award (Nature Computational Science) 2014 Google Faculty Research Award Multiple Best Paper Awards (IPDPS, ICPP, ECML-PKDD workshops) Leadership & Service : Organized workshops (WEML, ITEM, F4HD), chaired tracks at EuroPar and ISC, and served on program committees for ICPR, ECAI, and FPL. Education & Affiliations : PhD and MSc from University of Mannheim (2007/2001). Sponsors include DFG, FWF, FFG, NVIDIA, SAP, and XILINX.

• Embedded Security
• Cryptography
• Hardware Security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christof Paar is a Professor of Embedded Security at Ruhr University Bochum's Faculty of Computer Science. His work focuses on hardware security, cryptography, and embedded systems security. He leads the Embedded Security Group within the CASE Cluster of Excellence (Cyber Security in the Age of Large-Scale Attacks), addressing cutting-edge challenges in hardware Trojans, side-channel attacks, and cryptographic engineering. His research spans FPGA and IoT security, with contributions to physical-layer security, wireless jamming defenses, and tamper-resistant systems. Research Interests: Paar's expertise lies in hardware-software co-design for security, with a focus on embedded systems. His work includes analyzing vulnerabilities in FPGAs, developing countermeasures against side-channel attacks, and exploring physical-layer security mechanisms. He also investigates the human factors in hardware reverse engineering and the implications of adversarial machine learning on security systems. Notable Work: Recent publications highlight breakthroughs in detecting hardware Trojans across CMOS generations, breaking industry-standard IP protection mechanisms (IEEE 1735), and proposing novel defenses like IRShield against adversarial wireless sensing. His group actively contributes to standards for secure embedded systems and IoT devices, emphasizing practical implementations.

• Numerical Modeling
• Computational Simulation
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Ng Teng Yong is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (NTU), specializing in numerical modeling and simulation. With a background as Research Manager at A*STAR Institute of High Performance Computing, his work spans materials science, nanotechnology, and aerospace engineering. Current focus on graphene-based desalination membranes Expertise in molecular dynamics simulations Investigates nanoscale fluid mechanics and structural dynamics Recent publications highlight advancements in energy-efficient electrodialysis, smart robotics, and nonlinear vibration analysis. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational methods with experimental validation in additive manufacturing and soft material mechanics.

David Cashمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Cryptography
• Theoretical Cryptography
• Computer Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Cash is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on applied and theoretical cryptography, computer security, and theoretical computer science. He joined UChicago in 2018 and has held roles such as teaching courses in cryptography, computer security, and discrete mathematics. Cash has advised numerous PhD and master’s students, including Sam Everett, Alexander Hoover, and Jesse Stern. His work includes constructing quantum-secure cryptography systems, analyzing encrypted data navigation, and foundational theoretical results. He has received notable awards like the 2025 Quantrell Award for Teaching and multiple Best Paper awards at Eurocrypt. Cash's research also explores secure computation, oblivious RAM, and cryptographic agility. His affiliations include the Systems Group at UChicago, focusing on interdisciplinary systems research. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. However, his career trajectory suggests advanced degrees in computer science or related fields. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses, emphasizing both theoretical foundations (e.g., discrete mathematics) and applied topics like cryptocurrencies and secure systems. Cash actively engages in academic service, including organizing conferences and reviewing research. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications, addressing modern computational security challenges. His research contributions span cryptographic protocols, secure data structures, and privacy-preserving technologies. Notable projects include work on searchable encryption, leakage-abuse attacks, and cryptographic systems resilient to quantum computing. Cash collaborates with institutions like Rutgers University and has mentored postdoctoral researchers such as Alexander Hoover. His grants include NSF CAREER awards and Simons Institute fellowships, supporting research in secure outsourcing and cryptographic data protection.

Sushmita Rujمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cryptography
• Blockchains
• Data Privacy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sushmita Ruj is an Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. She serves as the Faculty of Engineering Lead for the UNSW Institute for Cybersecurity (IfCyber) and as the Taste of Research (ToR) Coordinator within the School of Computer Science and Engineering. Her academic journey includes previous positions as a Senior Research Scientist at CSIRO's Data61 (2019-2022), Associate Professor at the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, and Assistant Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Indore. Dr. Ruj's primary research interests focus on applied cryptography, post-quantum cryptography, cybersecurity, blockchains, and data privacy. She designs practical, efficient, and provably secure protocols for real-life applications, with particular emphasis on critical infrastructure including smart grids, cloud computing, ad hoc networks, and data sharing frameworks. As quantum technology advances, her work increasingly focuses on developing quantum-safe algorithms to ensure a more secure Internet infrastructure. Her research spans multiple domains including cryptographic key management, proofs of storage, verifiable computation, vector commitments, and privacy-enhancing technologies for cloud and IoT environments. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward post-quantum cryptography solutions, with particular emphasis on blockchain applications, DNS security, and privacy-preserving protocols for industrial IoT. The research shows increasing focus on practical implementations of theoretical cryptographic concepts, with applications across multiple sectors including finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure. Her work bridges the gap between theoretical cryptography and real-world security challenges, with growing emphasis on the transition from classical to quantum-resistant systems. Best Paper Award at ACISP 2024 JNCA Best Survey Award (2023) NSW Innovation Award (iAward) Merit Winner (2022) Women in Science Award from CSIRO (2020) ACM Senior Member (2016) IEEE Senior Member (2015) Samsung GRO award (2014) Dr. Ruj has successfully mentored numerous PhD and Master's students, with many of her former students now holding academic positions at institutions like IIT Indore, TU Wien, and CISPA Helmholtz Center. She has secured significant competitive funding including multiple Australian Research Council (ARC) grants, Samsung GRO Award, NetApp Faculty Fellowship, Cisco Academic Grant, and IBM Research grant. Her current research portfolio includes projects on blockchain-based quantum-safe digital medical passports, embedding trust in digital IDs, and resilience of supply chain unstructured data. As Faculty of Engineering Lead for IfCyber, Dr. Ruj plays a key role in UNSW's cybersecurity research initiatives. She has served on editorial boards for prestigious journals including IEEE Transactions on Information Forensics and Security and has held leadership positions in major conferences such as ACISP 2021 and Indocrypt 2020. She was also a member of the working group on "Blockchain For Cybersecurity" for the National Blockchain Roadmap of Australia and the first Blockchain Working group set up by the Reserve Bank of India.

Amin Sakzadمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Lattice-Based Cryptography
• Wireless Communications
• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amin Sakzad is an Associate Professor in the Department of Software Systems & Cybersecurity at Monash University's Faculty of Information Technology. His research focuses on lattice-based cryptography, wireless communications, and post-quantum security protocols. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics from Amirkabir University of Technology (2011) and has held academic roles at Carleton University and Monash since 2012. Dr. Sakzad’s expertise spans lattice coding theory, MIMO systems, and privacy-preserving technologies for genomic databases and blockchain applications. He leads multiple ARC-funded projects, including work on secure databases (SRDBMS) and post-quantum cryptographic primitives for FinTech and energy sectors. His research has been recognized through awards such as the FIT Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence (2021). Key collaborations include projects on blockchain security (CollinStar Lab), genomic data privacy, and energy market cybersecurity. His work addresses UN SDGs through contributions to quality education (SDG 4) and industry innovation (SDG 9). Recent publications highlight advancements in lattice-based cryptography (e.g., CRYSTALS-Kyber variants), privacy-preserving energy trading, and secure blockchain protocols like FPPW watchtower systems. His research bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementations in embedded systems and 5G telecommunications. Grants: 16 active/completed projects including $1.2M in ARC funding Advising: Supervising PhD projects on lattice applications in post-quantum crypto and blockchain Labs: Core member of Monash’s Software Defined Telecommunications (SDT) Lab and CollinStar Lab

• Information Theory
• Cryptography
• Lattice Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cong Ling is a Professor of Information Theory and Cryptography at Imperial College London's Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, within the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on lattice theory and its applications in coding, cryptography, quantum information, and number theory. Key affiliations include the Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research and the Engineering Secure Software Systems group. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his professional experience indicates advanced qualifications in electrical engineering and mathematics. Research interests span lattice-based cryptography, post-quantum security, algebraic coding theory, and quantum-resistant algorithms. His work bridges information theory and number theory, with contributions to MIMO systems, secure communication protocols, and cryptographic protocol design. Recent publications emphasize lattice reduction techniques, quantum algorithms for the shortest vector problem, and advancements in polar codes. Notable trends include exploration of non-commutative algebras for cryptography, Gaussian sampling optimizations, and hybrid quantum-classical approaches to hard integer problems. Over 50+ articles published since 2018 reflect his leadership in lattice-based research and quantum-safe technologies. Awards: None explicitly listed in the text. Grants/Advising: No specific grants or student advisees mentioned; focus remains on collaborative research outputs. Labs/Teams: Associated with Imperial's Cyber Security Research groups and quantum engineering initiatives.

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Hala Zreiqat AM is a leading biomedical engineer at The University of Sydney , serving as the Director of the ARC Training Centre for Innovative BioEngineering . A Fellow of all major Australian academies (AAS, ATSE, FAHMS, FRSN), she develops 3D printed bioceramics for bone regeneration while championing diversity through initiatives like the IDEAL Society and BIOTech Futures mentorship program. Her work bridges academia, clinical practice, and industry in musculoskeletal research . Research Focus: Her lab creates synthetic bone scaffolds that mimic natural bone architecture, strength, and porosity, enabling non-rejected bone regeneration via patient-matched implants. Key applications include orthopaedic, dental, and maxillofacial repair , with over $18M in competitive funding and multiple patents. Current projects explore AI-driven scaffold performance prediction and anti-senescence strategies for aging-related bone loss. Scientific Trends: Recent publications highlight 3D printed nanovoxelated ceramics , antisenescence biomaterials , and multifunctional theranostic platforms . Her team integrates machine learning for scaffold design, atom probe tomography for interface analysis, and two-photon imaging for cellular monitoring in 3D environments. 2021-2022 Fulbright Senior Scholar 2018 NSW Premier's Woman of the Year 2019 Eureka Prize for Innovative Use of Technology Fellow of Australian Academy of Science (2021) Over $18M in research funding Teaching & Leadership: She designed core courses like Tissue Engineering and Nanomaterials in Medicine , mentoring 158 students in 2020 alone. As Chair of CAAR (2020-2023), she strengthens Australia-Arab collaborations. Her lab trains early-career researchers , with alumni now in academia and industry.

Daniel Roxburyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nanoscience
• Carbon Nanotubes
• Nanomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Roxbury is an Associate Professor and Graduate Director at the Department of Chemical, Biomolecular and Materials Engineering within the University of Rhode Island's College of Engineering. With expertise in nanoscience and carbon nanomaterials, his research focuses on nano-bio interactions, developing functionalized nanotubes for biomedical applications and environmental monitoring through his NanoBio Engineering Laboratory. His work spans multiple disciplines including: Biomedical nanosensors Smart wearable biomaterials Targeted drug delivery systems Environmental nanotechnology Single-molecule imaging Nanotoxicology Recent publications emphasize machine learning-enhanced spectral analysis, coral reef conservation nanotechnology, and wearable stress monitoring textiles. His 2024 ACS Nano study introduces AI-driven macrophage phenotyping, while 2023 Nature Nanotechnology work explores coral reef restoration strategies using nanomaterials. Awarded the 2019 NSF CAREER grant for cellular nanometrology, he leads multiple NIH-funded projects including: $820,000 NSF CAREER: Spectral Imaging for Sub-Cellular Nanometrology $140,000 Miriam Hospital COBRE: Cortisol Detection Textiles $700,000 NSF EAGER: Multiplexed Wound Biomarker Detection His laboratory houses state-of-the-art equipment including: Near Infrared Hyperspectral Microscope Custom NIR Fluorescence Spectrometer Jasco UV/VIS/NIR Spectrophotometer Biosafety Cabinet Cell Culture Incubator Cryo-Storage System

• Cryptography
• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Elliptic Curve Cryptography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Jao is a Professor in the Department of Combinatorics and Optimization at the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on post-quantum cryptography, particularly leveraging isogenies of supersingular elliptic curves for secure cryptographic protocols. He is renowned for co-developing the Supersingular Isogeny Key Encapsulation (SIKE) protocol, a leading candidate for post-quantum cryptography standards. His work spans theoretical foundations and practical implementations, including optimizing isogeny-based systems for embedded devices and ARM processors. Research interests include isogeny-based cryptosystems, elliptic curve cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and cryptographic security against quantum attacks. He explores applications of expander graphs and Ramanujan graphs in cryptography, alongside algorithmic improvements for cryptographic protocols such as SIDH (Supersingular Isogeny Diffie-Hellman). Key contributions include advancements in key compression techniques for SIKE, side-channel attack mitigation, and formalizing security models for post-quantum key exchange. His publications analyze cryptographic hardness assumptions, such as the discrete logarithm problem in finite groups and the semidirect product structure in isogeny-based systems. Jao’s work bridges theoretical mathematics and applied cryptography, with a focus on ensuring practical security in next-generation cryptographic systems. His research addresses challenges in quantum-resistant authentication, key establishment, and digital signatures, often emphasizing efficiency and resistance to both classical and quantum attacks.