Q-Safe

Quantum Safe Hardware Security Design

Project Timeline: April 2025 – March 2029
Funding Body: University College Cork (UCC) and CONNECT Centre, Research Ireland
Role: Co-Principal Investigator

Q-Safe focuses on developing cryptographic hardware architectures that are resistant to quantum attacks, ensuring long-term data security. As quantum computing advances, traditional cryptographic methods are becoming increasingly vulnerable, posing a significant threat to global cybersecurity.

This project aims to bridge the gap between theoretical post-quantum cryptography and practical hardware implementation. By embedding quantum-safe security at the hardware level, Q-Safe seeks to create a robust foundation for the next generation of secure connected devices.

  • Post-Quantum Cryptography: Algorithms designed to be secure against the threats posed by quantum computers.
  • Lightweight Hardware Modules: Secure architectures optimized for resource-constrained IoT and embedded devices.
Project Aims
  • Rigorous evaluation of post-quantum algorithms.
  • Design of secure hardware modules for IoT.
  • Bridging the gap between theory and practical implementation.