Kamal Raj

Hardware Security Researcher

Innovating at the intersection of Hardware Security and Cryptographic Engineering. Expert in PQC hardware implementation and SCA countermeasure design across ASIC and FPGA platforms.

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About Me

I’m Kamal Raj, a Research Associate at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, working in Prof. Anupam Chattopadhyay’s research group.

I specialize in hardware security, focusing on developing hardware accelerator architectures for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and designing side-channel attack countermeasures. My work aims to ensure that everything from tiny IoT sensors to massive cloud servers remains secure in a post-quantum era.

I hold an M.Tech. degree in VLSI from the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (2023), where my research focused on optimizing the hardware footprint of the ASCON cipher and developing lightweight authentication protocols.

Originally from the Himalayan village of Nesang, I am driven by a passion to build a foundation of trust in the hardware that powers our digital world. When I’m not optimizing RTL, I enjoy capturing the world through my camera lens, trekking, or mentoring the next generation of hardware engineers.

Research Interests

Cryptographic Engineering

Efficient and secure hardware implementation of cryptographic algorithms for high-performance computing.

Side-Channel Attack Countermeasures

Developing novel hardware and software countermeasures against power, electromagnetic, and timing side-channel attacks.

Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs)

Designing and analyzing PUFs for robust authentication, key generation, and anti-counterfeiting solutions.

Secure Processor Architecture

Architecting next-generation processors with built-in security features to protect against sophisticated threats like Spectre and Meltdown.

IoT & Embedded Systems Security

Creating lightweight and efficient security protocols for resource-constrained IoT and embedded devices.

Hardware Trojans

Detection and prevention of malicious modifications to Integrated Circuits throughout the design and supply chain.

Publications

Professional Service

Contributing to the academic community through rigorous peer review and expertise verification.

Invited Reviewer
IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II

TCAS-II

Invited Reviewer
IEEE Transactions on Computer-Aided Design of Integrated Circuits & Systems

TCAD

Invited Reviewer
ACM Transactions on Embedded Computing Systems

TECS

Life Outside The Lab

Hiking
Mountain Hiking

Exploring scenic trails and finding tranquility in nature. It's the perfect way to recharge and find new perspectives.

Photography
Photography

Capturing the beauty of the world, from the peaks of Kinnaur to the streets of Singapore.

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Forza Horizon 6
Virtual Racing

Cruising through Tokyo and carving up mountain touge passes in Forza Horizon 6. It's my go-to for high-speed unwinding and digital car culture.

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Get In Touch

I'm always open to discussing new research, collaborations, or opportunities. Feel free to reach out.

kamal@kamalraj.in