Dr. Benedikt Bünz

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Benedikt Bünz is an Assistant Professor at New York University's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences in the Department of Computer Science. His research interests lie primarily in the areas of cryptography and computer security. Bünz has contributed significantly to the field, particularly in smart contract security and decentralized systems. He is a co-founder and chief scientist at Espresso Systems, where he applies his academic findings to real-world problems in blockchain technology. His works have garnered attention within the cryptography community, which is reflected in his publications and citations in academic literature. Bünz is actively engaged in both teaching and research at the university, guiding students in various projects and promoting rigorous inquiry into complex theoretical and applied computer science concepts.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

New York University • New York, NY

Teaching and conducting research in the field of computer science, with a focus on cryptography.

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
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Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.