Dr. Ron Steinfeld

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Biography

Ron Steinfeld is a Professor at Monash University specializing in quantum-safe cryptography, lattice-based cryptography, and cryptographic protocols. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics, a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical Computer Systems, and a PhD in Computer Science from Monash University. His research has significantly contributed to the foundations of quantum security in cryptographic applications and has introduced structured lattice problems that are essential in practical lattice-based cryptography. With over 80 published research papers, many of which are highly cited, he has secured more than AUD$4 million in research funding from various organizations. Steinfeld has served on technical program committees for leading cryptography conferences and has been a member of the editorial board for 'Designs, Codes and Cryptography'. He is also involved in teaching courses on cybersecurity and software security as part of his commitment to education and research in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoc Research Fellow

2003-01-01 — 2006-12-31

Macquarie University • Australia

Research Fellow

2007-01-01 — 2009-12-31

Macquarie University • Australia

ARC Research Fellow

2009-01-01 — 2012-12-31

Macquarie University • Australia

Lecturer / ARC Research Fellow

2012-01-01 — 2014-12-31

Monash University • Australia

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Monash University • Australia

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — 2023-12-31

Monash University • Australia

Courses

FIT2093 Introduction to Cybersecurity FIT5003 Software Security FIT5124 Advanced Topics in Security

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.