Kristin Lauter
Mathematician and cryptographer
Born
December 8th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A mathematician and cryptographer recognized for contributions to computational number theory and elliptic curve cryptography. Served as a professor at the University of Washington. Played a key role in developing secure communication protocols. Contributed to advancements in the mathematical foundations of cryptosystems, influencing both academic research and industry practices.
Contributed to elliptic curve cryptography
Served as a professor at the University of Washington
Developed secure communication protocols
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