RESEARCH @ CYBERLABS

Research and Innovation

CyberLabs IIIT Kottayam conducts interdisciplinary research in cybersecurity, cryptology, quantum-safe communication, digital forensics and emerging secure technologies.

RESEARCH OVERVIEW

Advancing Cybersecurity Research

CyberLabs IIIT Kottayam is dedicated to advancing cutting-edge research in cybersecurity, secure communications and emerging digital technologies.

The laboratory promotes interdisciplinary research through collaborations with academia, industry and government agencies.

RESEARCH DOMAINS

Core Research Areas

CyberLabs focuses on multidisciplinary cybersecurity research addressing both current and future security challenges.

IoT Security

Efficient and secure communication between Internet of Things (IoT) devices, embedded systems and cyber-physical environments.

Blockchain Technology

Secure digital wallets, Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP), decentralized applications and blockchain-based security solutions.

Privacy and Security

Privacy-preserving authentication protocols, Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs), secure data sharing and user privacy protection.

Quantum Cryptanalysis

Cryptanalysis of classical cryptographic algorithms using quantum computing techniques and quantum algorithms.

Post-Quantum Cryptography

Design and implementation of quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms and quantum-safe communication protocols.

Quantum Communication

Research on quantum communication networks, Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), secure communication protocols and next-generation quantum networking technologies.

Financial Technology (FinTech) Security

Security solutions for digital banking, payment systems, financial applications, fraud detection, blockchain-enabled financial services and regulatory compliance.

Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing

Identification, analysis and remediation of security vulnerabilities through vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, ethical hacking and security auditing.

Digital Forensics

Recovery, investigation and forensic analysis of digital evidence, malware analysis, incident response and comprehensive system and network penetration testing.

PUBLICATIONS

Research Publications

Explore the journal articles, conference publications and book chapters produced by CyberLabs researchers.

Journal Papers

Publications in reputed SCI/SCIE, Scopus and peer-reviewed journals.

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Conference Papers

Research presented at leading international and national conferences.

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Book Chapters

Contributions to edited volumes, academic books and scholarly publications.

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Innovation

Patents

Protecting innovative cybersecurity technologies, intelligent systems and research outcomes developed at CyberLabs.

3 Total Patents
2 Published
1 Granted
01 Published
IoT and Wildlife Security

An Intelligent, IoT-Enabled System for Real-Time Wild Animal Intrusion Detection, Monitoring, and Repulsion

Application No. 202541068288 A
Filing Date 25 July 2023
02 Published
Blockchain and Environmental Monitoring

A Secure IoT-Based Air Quality Monitoring Device Using Blockchain

Application No. 202341053159 A
Filing Date 08 August 2023
03 Granted
IoT and Animal Monitoring

An IoT-Enabled Collar Device for Monitoring Activity and Illicit Usage of Captive Animals

Application No. 202341079754 A
Filing Date 23 November 2023
Research Funding

Grants & Funded Projects

Sponsored research initiatives supported by government agencies, academic institutions, international organisations and industry partners.

12 Funded Projects
4 Government Funded
3 Industry Supported
4 International Support
01 Government Funded
KFDF

Technology-Driven Captive Elephant Welfare Initiative

Funding Agency Kerala Forest Development Fund
PI Dr. Abin Oommen Philip
Co-PI Dr. Panchami V, Dr. Sreeja and Mr. Anuroop
02 International Collaboration
SDEC–SCRG

An Integrated Cyber Defense Platform for Proactive OT/ICS Cybersecurity in Industry 4.0

Funding Agency SDEC Strategic Collaboration Research Grant (SCRG) 2024, in collaboration with Curtin University
PI
Co-PI Dr. Panchami V
03 International Collaboration
SDEC–SCRG

Blockchain-Secured Federated Learning for Early Cancer Detection in Distributed Healthcare Networks

Funding Agency SDEC Strategic Collaboration Research Grant (SCRG) 2024, in collaboration with Curtin University
PI Dr. Panchami V
Co-PI
04 Industry Supported
NVIDIA

Quantum Threats to Lightweight Cryptography in Constrained Devices

Funding Agency NVIDIA
PI Dr. Panchami V
Co-PI
05 Government Funded
MeitY QCAL

Study on the Impact of Quantum Algorithms on Classical Lightweight Cryptosystems for the Internet of Things

Funding Agency MeitY Quantum Computing Applications Lab
PI Dr. Panchami V , Ms. Mahima Mary Mathews
Co-PI
06 Academic Collaboration
C3iHub

A Multi-Layer Approach for Secure UAV Networks

Funding Agency IIT Kanpur – C3iHub
PI Dr. Ragesh G. K
Co-PI
07 Industry Sponsored
Unisys

Quantum Machine Learning in Financial Fraud Detection

Funding Agency Unisys Pvt. Ltd.
PI Dr. Rubell Marion Lincy G , Ms. Fathima Nihla Latheef
Co-PI
08 Industry Sponsored
Cymbient

A Quantum-Safe Multi-Party Threshold Signature Scheme for Blockchain

Funding Agency Cymbient Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon, Haryana, India
PI Dr. Panchami V , Ms. Mahima Mary Mathews
Co-PI
09 International Research Support
IonQ

Post-Quantum Public Key Infrastructure

Funding Agency IonQ Research Credits Program, USA
PI Dr. Panchami V , Ms. Mahima Mary Mathews
Co-PI
10 Government Funded
AICTE ATAL

Cyber Security and Digital Forensics

Funding Agency AICTE Training and Learning Academy
PI Dr. Panchami V
Co-PI
11 Government Funded
AICTE ATAL

Big Data Security and Analytics

Funding Agency AICTE Training and Learning Academy
PI Dr. Panchami V
Co-PI
12 International Collaboration
British Council

IoT for Intelligent Systems

Funding Agency British Council, United Kingdom
PI Dr. Ragesh G. K
Co-PI
Consultancy

Training & Consultancy

CyberLabs provides specialised consultancy, advanced training, research support and technical solutions to government agencies, law-enforcement organisations, academic institutions and industry partners.

5 Consultancy Projects
3 Active Projects
2 Completed Projects
01 Active
Government Consultancy

Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), Ministry of Home Affairs, India

To provide an advanced training programme on Cyber Security and Digital Forensics for Indian Cyber Commandos.

Organisation I4C – MHA
Duration 1 Year
02 Active
Law-Enforcement Training

Kerala Police Cyber Operations Division

To provide short-term training on Cyber Security and Digital Forensics concepts, tools, techniques and practical experience for identifying and responding to cyber threats and attacks.

Organisation Kerala Police
Duration 1 Year
03 Active
Law-Enforcement Training

State Special Branch

To provide short-term training on Cyber Security and Digital Forensics concepts, tools, techniques and practical experience for identifying, investigating and responding to cyber threats, cybercrime and digital security incidents.

Organisation SSB
Duration 1 Year
04 Completed
International Research Consultancy

Department of Information Security and Assurance, Concordia University of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Analysis of Lattice-Based Public Key Encryption and Key Encapsulation Mechanisms.

Organisation Concordia University
Duration 3 Months
05 Completed
Academic and E-Learning

Manorama Horizon

Online Certification Programme and Development of E-Learning content.

Organisation Manorama Horizon
Duration 5 Years
EVENTS

Research Events

Workshops, seminars, conferences, hackathons and invited talks organised by CyberLabs.

Workshops

Hands-on technical workshops covering emerging cybersecurity tools and technologies.

Seminars & Invited Talks

Expert sessions by researchers, academicians, practitioners and industry professionals.

Conferences & Hackathons

Academic conferences, technical symposiums and cybersecurity innovation challenges.

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