Dr. Ruben Niederhagen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ruben Niederhagen is a researcher specializing in cryptology and post-quantum cryptography. He obtained his PhD in Mathematics and Computer Science from Eindhoven University of Technology, focusing on Parallel Cryptanalysis. He has held various prominent positions, including Assistant Research Fellow at Academia Sinica and Senior Researcher at Fraunhofer SIT, where he led groups on Advanced Cryptographic Engineering and Post-Quantum Cryptography. His research interests encompass cryptology, post-quantum cryptography, and embedded security. He has contributed significantly to the field through collaborations and has developed algorithms aimed at protecting against future quantum computing threats. With an academic background that includes multiple postdoctoral roles, Niederhagen has established a solid reputation within the research community for his innovative approaches to cryptographic challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Research Fellow

2022-01-01 — Present

Academia Sinica •

Senior Researcher, Head Department "Advanced Cryptographic Engineering"

2019-06-01 — 2020-10-01

Fraunhofer SIT •

Senior Researcher, Head Group "Post-Quantum Cryptography"

2016-10-01 — 2019-01-01

Fraunhofer SIT •

Postdoctoral Researcher

2013-09-01 — 2016-10-01

Eindhoven University of Technology •

Postdoctoral Fellow

2012-01-01 — 2013-08-01

Academia Sinica •

Courses

DM886: Cryptographic Engineering DM572: Networks and Cybersecurity

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field
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