Dr. Joan Daemen

Biography

Professor Joan Daemen leads research in Digital Security at Radboud University, specializing in symmetric cryptography. His research encompasses a range of critical aspects, including the design and analysis of symmetric cryptographic primitives and their practical applications related to cryptanalysis and security implementations. Notably, he is a co-designer of internationally recognized algorithms such as AES and SHA-3. He focuses on the theoretical underpinnings of symmetric cryptography, showcasing innovations like bit-slice ciphers and sponge-based constructions. His work also addresses vulnerabilities that can be exploited through computation time, power consumption, and electromagnetic radiation. Daemen is actively involved in teaching and has contributed to ancillary activities that align with his extensive academic expertise.

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