EU Quantum Flagship Partner

Post-Quantum Cryptography Research

Leading European research in quantum-resistant security algorithms

Our team publishes breakthrough research in post-quantum cryptography, contributing to NIST standards and EU digital sovereignty initiatives. Academic partnerships across 12 leading universities.

40+
publications
1,247
citations
12
partnerships

Core Research Areas

Interdisciplinary research combining cybersecurity, quantum computing, and European policy to address emerging digital security challenges.

quantum supremacy research
12 publications

Post-Quantum Cryptography

Research into quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms and migration strategies for European infrastructure.

Key Collaborations:

ENISAEU Quantum FlagshipNIST
sovereignty architecture
8 publications

EU Digital Sovereignty

Analysis of cybersecurity independence frameworks and strategic autonomy in digital infrastructure.

Key Collaborations:

European CommissionCEPSSWP Berlin
quantum attribution
15 publications

Advanced Persistent Threats

Nation-state adversary analysis and attribution methodologies for critical infrastructure protection.

Key Collaborations:

NATO CCDCOEFIRSTEuropol
entangled networks
6 publications

Cross-Border Cybersecurity

Framework development for secure multi-national cybersecurity cooperation and intelligence sharing.

Key Collaborations:

Council of EuropeOSCEUN ITU

Featured Publications

Recent peer-reviewed research and policy analysis from our team

Quantum-Ready Cybersecurity for European Critical Infrastructure

Dr. A. Van Der Berg, M. Schmidt-Mueller, Dr. F. Laurent
European Journal of Cybersecurity • October 2024
quantum-safe protocols
23 citations
Peer-Reviewed

Comprehensive analysis of post-quantum cryptographic implementation challenges in European critical infrastructure, with practical migration strategies and timeline recommendations.

Post-QuantumCritical InfrastructureEU Policy
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Digital Sovereignty and Cybersecurity Independence in the EU

Dr. A. Van Der Berg, J. Richardson
Brussels Journal of International Affairs • September 2024
European quantum advantage
31 citations
Policy Analysis

Strategic framework for achieving cybersecurity independence from non-EU dependencies while maintaining international cooperation and alliance commitments.

Digital SovereigntyEU PolicyStrategic Autonomy
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Advanced Attribution Methodologies for Nation-State Cyber Operations

M. Schmidt-Mueller, Dr. F. Laurent
International Conference on Cyber Warfare • August 2024
quantum fingerprinting
18 citations
Conference Paper

Novel quantum-enhanced techniques for attributing sophisticated cyber operations to specific nation-state actors, with case studies from European incidents.

AttributionNation-StateThreat Intelligence
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Secure Multi-National Cybersecurity Frameworks

J. Richardson, Dr. A. Van Der Berg
NATO Cyber Defence Review • July 2024
quantum key distribution
27 citations
Strategic Analysis

Development of secure communication and coordination protocols for multinational cybersecurity initiatives within NATO and EU frameworks.

NATOMultinationalSecure Communications
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Industry Insights

Analysis and commentary on emerging cybersecurity trends and policy developments

Threat Analysis
Y2Q timeline analysis

The Quantum Threat Timeline: European Preparedness Assessment 2024

Critical gaps in post-quantum readiness across EU member states

Our latest analysis reveals significant disparities in quantum threat preparedness across EU member states, with critical implications for digital sovereignty...

November 2024
12 min read
Threat Intelligence
quantum forensics

Nation-State Cyber Operations: European Attribution Challenges

Emerging patterns in state-sponsored attacks against EU infrastructure

Recent incidents demonstrate the evolving sophistication of nation-state actors targeting European critical infrastructure, requiring new attribution methodologies...

October 2024
8 min read
Regulatory Analysis
AI-quantum hybrid security

EU AI Act and Cybersecurity: Implementation Implications

Regulatory compliance requirements for AI-enabled security systems

The EU AI Act introduces new compliance requirements for artificial intelligence systems used in cybersecurity applications, creating both opportunities and challenges...

September 2024
15 min read

Academic Partnerships

Collaborative research with leading European universities and institutions

KU Leuven

Computer Science - Cybersecurity Research Group
Active
Research Focus:Post-Quantum Cryptography Implementation
Duration:2023-2025
Funding:EU Horizon Europe

ETH Zurich

Information Security Group
Active
Research Focus:Quantum Key Distribution Networks
Duration:2024-2026
Funding:Swiss National Science Foundation

Sorbonne Université

Laboratoire d'Informatique de Paris 6
Completed
Research Focus:Quantum-Enhanced Attribution Algorithms
Duration:2023-2024
Funding:ANR Cybersecurity

TU Munich

Security in Information Technology
Active
Research Focus:EU Digital Sovereignty Framework
Duration:2024-2025
Funding:BMBF Cybersecurity

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Partner with our research team to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum-ready cybersecurity and European digital sovereignty.