Blockchains: security and privacy aspects

Organization
Cryptographic protocols group
Abstract
Various topics possible, depending on the student. Some examples: security of core blockchain ledger and alternatives to proof of work, privacy and blockchain, zero-knowledge protocols for blockchain, using blockchain as a trusted third party. Lipmaa's group obtained a large EU funding for working on blockchains and privacy. Hence, there is a possibility to continue as a PhD student.
Graduation Theses defence year
2017-2018
Supervisor
Helger Lipmaa
Spoken language (s)
English
Requirements for candidates
Background in mathematics
Level
Masters
Keywords
#tcs #crypto

Application of contact

 
Name
Helger Lipmaa
Phone
E-mail
helger.lipmaa@ut.ee