The Technology Innovation Institute's Cryptography Research Center (CRC) in Abu Dhabi has appointed a Board of Advisors comprised of global cryptography experts. The board includes Prof. Joan Daemen, Prof. Lejla Batina, Dr. Guido Bertoni, Prof. Carlos Aguilar, Prof. Damien Stehlé, and Prof. Tim Güneysu. The advisors will guide CRC's research efforts in areas like post-quantum cryptography and hardware-based cryptography. Why it matters: This move strengthens the UAE's position as a global hub for cryptography research and development, fostering innovation in this critical field.
TII's Secure Systems Research Center (SSRC) in Abu Dhabi has appointed international experts to its Board of Advisors. The advisors have expertise in areas like autonomous computing, cyber-physical systems, and cryptology. The board includes experts from Khalifa University, NYU Abu Dhabi, Dubai Electronic Security Center, and Purdue University. Why it matters: The move strengthens the UAE's cybersecurity research capabilities and aligns with its focus on developing secure autonomous systems.
Francisco Rodríguez-Henríquez, Technical Director at TII's Cryptography Research Center, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the International Association for Cryptologic Research (IACR). He is the first cryptographer from the Middle East to join the IACR board. His three-year tenure aims to foster cryptography development in the Middle East through conferences and seminars, and promote openly accessible cryptographic software and hardware. Why it matters: This appointment signals growing recognition of Middle Eastern expertise in cryptography and enhances the region's role in shaping global cryptographic research and development.
TII's Cryptography Research Center (CRC) has formed partnerships with several international universities, including Ruhr-University Bochum, Radboud University, Khalifa University, and others, to advance cryptography research. The collaborations cover areas like privacy-preserving cloud computing, lightweight cryptography, enhanced IoT protocols, and post-quantum cryptography schemes. CRC had previously partnered with Yale University and co-authored a book with New York University. Why it matters: These partnerships signal the UAE's commitment to developing advanced cryptographic capabilities and contributing to global research in data security and privacy.
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has announced new leadership appointments across multiple research centers. Dr. Elias Tsoutsanis is the Acting Chief Researcher at the Propulsion and Space Research Center (PSRC), and Prof. Enrico Natalizio is the Chief Researcher of the Autonomous Robotics Research Center (ARRC). Other appointments include Dr. Felix Vega as Acting Chief Researcher of the Directed Energy Research Center (DERC), Dr. Victor Mateu as Acting Chief Researcher of the Cryptography Research Center (CRC), and Prof. Vincenzo Giannini as Chief Researcher of the Advanced Materials Research Center. Why it matters: These appointments signal TII's commitment to strengthening its research capabilities and driving technological innovation in key areas, potentially leading to significant advancements in various fields within the UAE and beyond.