Welcome to Lavita Advisory Council — Professor XiaoFeng Wang of Indiana University, a distinguished expert in Systems Security and Confidential Computing

We’re excited to announce that Dr. XiaoFeng Wang (link), Professor of Computer Science and Informatics (link), Director of Center for Security and Privacy in Informatics, Computing, and Engineering (link) at Indiana University, Bloomington, has joined the Lavita advisory council.

Expertise and Leadership Roles

Dr. Wang’s expertise lies in the domains of systems security, confidential computing, and privacy-enhancing technologies. His research explores a wide range of topics, including AI and machine learning security and privacy, 5G security, malware and cybercrime, and other aspects of systems security and privacy. He serves as the Director and Lead Principal Investigator of the National Science Foundation Center for Distributed Confidential Computing (CDCC), a position that reflects his leadership and vision in advancing secure and trustworthy computing. Dr. Wang is also the Chair of the ACM Special Interest Group on Security, Audit, and Control (SIGSAC), further presenting his influential role in shaping the field.

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Wang’s work has gained significant recognition and acclaim. He has been honored with the prestigious Privacy Enhancing Technologies(PET) Award, highlighting his outstanding contributions to privacy-enhancing technologies. Additionally, his research papers have received esteemed recognition, including the Best Practical Paper Award at the 32nd IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy (IEEE S&P Oakland) and two Distinguished Paper Awards at the 26th Network and Distributed System Security Symposium (NDSS). The public impact of his research is evident through extensive coverage by reputable media outlets, including CNN, MSNBC, Forbes, Slashdot, and Nature News.

Research Funding and Project Leadership

Dr. Wang’s research has attracted support from prominent agencies, such as the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA). His research projects, totaling nearly $23 million since joining IU in 2004, signify the significance of his work in securing research funding. These grants enable him to continue conducting cutting-edge research that addresses critical challenges in systems security and confidential computing.

We are fortunate to welcome Dr. XiaoFeng Wang as an advisor to Lavita AI. With Dr. Wang’s guidance, Lavita AI is dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of sensitive health information on Lavita’s decentralized platform. Drawing upon his extensive expertise and experience, our aim is to build a patient-centric ecosystem that not only improves access to healthcare services but also empowers individuals with ownership, and value over their health data.