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TopicsThe fascinating concept of a Zero-Knowledge proof has been introduced by Goldwasser, Micali and Rackoff (1985). Zero-knowledge proofs are both convincing and yet yield nothing beyond the validity of the assertion being proven. Their applicability in the domain of cryptography is vast: they can be used to force malicious parties to behave according to a predetermined protocol and they found applications in the constructions of secure cryptosystems and digital signature schemes. The purpose of this school is to give PhD students and others with a general interest in cryptography a deeper understanding of the notion of zero knowledge and of its use in cryptography. Main subjects covered:
The course is organized by the ECRYPT Network of Excellence, supported by the European Commission and will be held in Bertinoro, Italy, October 28-November 3, 2006. A limited number of stipends for participation are available for students from non-ECRYPT institutions. Lecturers:
Schedule
Each lecture is around 3 hours long and includes a coffee break. You can find in Oded Goldreich's homepage useful lecture notes, books and papers. *The free half-days can be used for studying (rooms and coffee breaks will be available) and/or for excursions. RegistrationHow to participate: The registration form is not on-line anymore.Fellowships: A number of ECRYPT grants for the participation will be offered to students from non-ECRYPT institutions. Under special circumstances, participants may receive partial support for travel costs. Please note: these grants are intended for students and young researchers with real financial difficulties. Applicants should first verify that no local funding (eg. research grants) is available to them before applying. How to apply: fill and send by email, the following form, a curriculum vitae and possibly one recommendation letter to zkschool at gmail.com. Applicants will be notified well in advance of the events. Important Dates
LocationThe school will be held in medieval town of Bertinoro. This town is in Emilia Romagna about 50km east of Bologna at an elevation of about 220m. Here is a map putting it in context.The meeting will be held in a redoubtable ex-Episcopal fortress that has been converted by the University of Bologna into a modern conference center with computing facilities and Internet access.
How to Reach Bertinoro. Read also here.
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