Projects / Programmes
Mathematical modelling and encryption: from theoretical concepts to real-life applications
January 1, 2019
- December 31, 2027
| Code |
Science |
Field |
Subfield |
| 1.01.00 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Mathematics |
|
| 1.07.00 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Computer intensive methods and applications |
|
| Code |
Science |
Field |
| P001 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Mathematics |
| Code |
Science |
Field |
| 1.01 |
Natural Sciences |
Mathematics |
cryptography, linear algebra, abstract algebra, discrete mathematics, blockchain, sensors, IoT, interdisciplinary, encryption
Data for the last 5 years (citations for the last 10 years) on
September 8, 2024;
A3 for period
2018-2022
| Database |
Linked records |
Citations |
Pure citations |
Average pure citations |
| WoS |
572 |
8,265 |
6,821 |
11.92 |
| Scopus |
616 |
9,755 |
8,122 |
13.19 |
Researchers (26)
Organisations (2)
Abstract
The core of this program is mathematics at its purest, encompassing abstract algebra, linear algebra, and discrete mathematics with cryptology as a bridge to applied mathematics. It is through cryptology, which has in recent years become deeply embedded in many aspects of society, that the most abstract mathematical ideas find a fruitful reflection in real-life applications where security remains an imperative. Continued advances in cryptology are required to expand robust security measures for data storage, transmission, and verification. Indeed, as digital technologies advance and become more widespread the data they collect, create, process, and store the demand for security is increasing dramatically. The novelty of this research program is its approach to advancing the state of the art in cryptology research and while embedding new advances in connected fields by leveraging IoT, blockchain, and discrete mathematics. The program is divided into four interdisciplinary working groups that create a pathway for the mathematical advances developed in the program to rapidly find use in real-life applications, including computer aided engineering, data analysis, built environments.
Significance for science
This program is a critical step in advancing cryptology that is rapidly transferring those advances into real-life applications. The advances in mathematics pursued in this program, while focused primarily in cryptology, rely on several disciplines of discrete mathematics which will be investigated at theoretical and applied levels. As mathematics is a fundamental component of all sciences, any progress, whether incremental or breakthrough, can have major impacts across many fields of science. This program is expected to enhance data security and encryption measures in general, and improve data security in science, engineering, buildings, and for the internet of things.
Significance for the country
Society and the economy are propelled by curiosity and scientific discovery. Key aspects of society, such as personal security and privacy in a highly-connected digitally driven world, rely on continued advances in mathematics and cryptology. Likewise, economic growth is now heavily reliant on digital technologies like connected devices and the internet of things. Rapid advancement in these areas often sacrifice security when mathematical solutions are available. Similarly, challenges to the economic status quo – such as digital currencies – have delivered key security technologies, such as blockchain, which is already having a wide impact beyond currency alternatives. This program will ensure a strong link between advances in mathematics, scientific research, and deployed systems. These formalised links will make security measures and privacy a priority for new developments that will affect a wide spectrum of social and economic issues.
Most important scientific results
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Most important socioeconomically and culturally relevant results
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