Assist Prof Dr Mriganka Mandal | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur - Cryptography and Network Security

Assist Prof Dr Mriganka Mandal : Cryptography and Network Security

Early Academic Pursuits:

Dr. Mriganka Mandal began his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Calcutta, where he excelled with a strong foundation in the subject. Subsequently, he pursued a Master's degree in Pure Mathematics, delving into cryptographic lattices and exploring various hardness problems.

Professional Endeavors:

Dr. Mandal's professional journey encompasses diverse experiences across different countries and prestigious institutions. Notably, he completed his Ph.D. in Cryptography and Network Security from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur, under the guidance of Prof. Ratna Dutta. His doctoral research focused on the design and analysis of secure and efficient broadcast encryption protocols.

Contributions and Research Focus:

Dr. Mandal's contributions to the field of Theoretical Computer Science, specifically in Cryptography and Network Security, are significant. His research interests span a wide range of topics, including Broadcast Encryption, Attribute-Based Encryption, Functional Encryption, and Multivariate Public-Key Cryptosystems. He has actively engaged in postdoctoral research, contributing to the development of quantum-safe encryption for cloud computing and IoT, among other cutting-edge topics.

Accolades and Recognition:

His academic achievements include securing Junior and Senior Research Fellowships, the Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship, and qualifying for the Joint CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test. These recognitions underscore his comprehensive understanding of Mathematical Science.

Impact and Influence:

Dr. Mandal's work has had a global impact, demonstrated by his collaborations with institutions in Taiwan and Japan. His research projects, focusing on quantum-safe encryption and post-quantum security, highlight his commitment to advancing the field in response to emerging challenges.

Legacy and Future Contributions:

As an Assistant Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur, Dr. Mandal continues to make significant contributions. His current research involves designing quantum attribute-based encryption, constructing lattice-based multi-signatures, and developing post-quantum secure functional encryption protocols. Additionally, his role as a course instructor and involvement in various administrative roles showcase his commitment to academic excellence and institution building.

Future Endeavors:

Dr. Mandal's ongoing and proposed research projects, such as the study of quantum attacks on attribute-based encryption and the construction of quantum-safe attribute-based encryption protocols, highlight his dedication to staying at the forefront of advancements in the field. His role in mentoring Ph.D., M.Sc., and M.Tech. students underscores his commitment to shaping the next generation of researchers and professionals in Theoretical Computer Science.

• Efficient identity-based traceable cloud data broadcasting with outsider anonymity and simultaneous individual transmission Journal of Information Security and Applications., 2023, 78, 103584
• Identity-based outsider anonymous cloud data outsourcing with simultaneous individual transmission for IoT environment Journal of Information Security and Applications, 2021, 60, 102870, 4 Citations
• Anonymity in traceable cloud data broadcast system with simultaneous individual messaging International Journal of Information Security, 2021, 20(3), pp. 405–430, 2 Citations
• Efficient Fully Anonymous Public-Key Trace and Revoke with Adaptive IND-CCA Security Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics)., 2021, 13107 LNCS, pp. 168–189
• Privacy-preserving fully anonymous ciphertext policy attribute-based broadcast encryption with constant-size secret keys and fast decryption Journal of Information Security and Applications, 2020, 55, 102666,12 Citations