Inclusive Security and Privacy-focused Innovative Research in Information Technology
InSPIRIT Team
PhD Students
Andrick Adhikari
Ph.D. Candidate, CS
Research Topic: Natural Language Processing for Privacy Policies
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Advisors:
Dr. Sanchari Das and Dr. Rinku Dewri
ABOUT
I have joined Google as a Software Engineer from 2023. My research interests encompass Privacy and Natural Language Processing (NLP). My dissertation is focused on the application of NLP to effectively extract privacy specific features from organizational privacy policies and present a scalable, easily adaptable solution for users.
Naheem Noah
Ph.D. Student
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Research Topic: Augmented and Virtual Reality Authentication Tailored for the Marginalized Population
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Advisor: Dr. Sanchari Das
ABOUT
My research focuses on Usable security and Privacy for Augmented and Virtual Reality. Particularly, I focus on the Authentication of AR/VR devices. I have over 3 years of industry experience as a Software Engineer. My research work has been published in venues such as CASA, IEEE S&P, ARES, HFES, WPES, and others
Suleiman Saka
Ph.D. Student, CS
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Research Topic: Older Adult IoT Privacy and Security
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Advisor: Dr. Sanchari Das
ABOUT ME:
My research interests span IoT security, privacy, cybersecurity, accessibility, and HCI, with a primary focus on older adults. I am passionately dedicated to investigating innovative solutions to address the distinct challenges encountered by this underrepresented demographic. I have over 5 years of industry experience as an IT/Transmission Engineer. My research has been published in CHI, COMSYS & GSA.
Faiza Tazi
Ph.D. Candidate, CS
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Research Topic: Telehealth Privacy and Security
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Google Scholar
Advisor: Dr. Sanchari Das
ABOUT ME
My research focuses on the improvement of privacy and security procedures within telehealth services, with a special emphasis on private practices. I hold a profound enthusiasm for investigating novel approaches that effectively tackle the distinctive obstacles encountered by small, resource-constrained practices.
Masters Students
Urvashi Kishnani
Degree: Masters in Computer Science
Thesis Topic: Ensuring Security, Privacy, and Usability of E-Payment Applications for the Elderly Population: A Comparative Study of Interface Design and Authentication Mechanisms
Email: Urvashi.Kishnani@du.edu
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/urvashi-kishnani/
ABOUT
I am a MS in Computer Science student at Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Denver, where I am a part of the InSpirit Lab. My research focus is on the Security, Privacy, and Usability of Online Payment Platforms for Older Adults. I have papers published at venues such as WPES 2022 and HAISA 2023.
Undergraduate Researchers
Muskan Fatima
Undergraduate student
ABOUT
I am a dedicated student pursuing a double major in Computer Science and Mathematics. My passion lies in the field of cybersecurity, where I have been actively conducting research. My focus has been on user privacy and security.
Currently, my research focuses on Improving US-India Human Factors in Digital Economy Convergence, as part of the CRA program. This work allows me to delve deeper into the complexities of international cybersecurity dynamics and digital growth.
In addition to my studies and research, I also work as a programming tutor and a grader for calculus. This role not only allows me to share my knowledge with others but also helps me to continually refine my own understanding and skills.
Through my academic journey and work experience, I strive to make a meaningful contribution to the field of cybersecurity and look forward to exploring new avenues in this ever-evolving domain.
Lauren Kim
Undergraduate student
ABOUT
I am an undergraduate student in the Computer Science program at the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Denver and a member of the Inclusive Security and Privacy-focused Innovative Research in Information Technology (InSPIRIT) Lab. I am majoring in Computer Science with minors in Math and Leadership. My current research focuses on Improving US-India Human Factors in Digital Economy Convergence.
Alisha Pravasi
Bachelor's/Masters student
Email: alisha.pravasi@du.edu
ABOUT
I am a Bachelors and Masters student in Computer Science doing research under the supervision of Professor Sanchari Das (Ph.D.) at the' Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, University of Denver. My research interests encompass natural language processing, aritificial intelligence, and algorithmic bias. I am passionate about exploring effective solutions that address minorities in the new AI era.
Alumni
Masters Alumni
Sunny Shrestha (MS Thesis - Chair)
Aishwarya Surani (MS Thesis - Chair)
Victoria Reddington (MS Thesis)
Juliet McLeod
Kevin Jensen
Dan Norton
Kathryn Walsh
Junibel De La Cruz
Andy Burris
Sean Meek
Raghav Thapa
Alex Sifuentes
Amani Bawaked
Undergraduate Alumni
John Jones (Distinction)
Angel Fernandez (Distinction)
Ana Mayordomo (Distinction)
Matthew Wheeler (Distinction)
George Kreye
Callie Monroe
Esa Irby
Alisa Zezulak
Aubrey Patrick
Ivan Rodrigue Holguin
Ethan Mackin
Braden Kelsey
Nikki Roberts
David Vincent
External Student Collaborations
Most of the students have graduated and working in diverse fields.
PhD Students
Archana Nandakumar - University of Washington
Naman Gupta - University of Wisconsin-Madison
Upakar Paudel - Colorado State University
Ashley M. Bochner - Indiana University Bloomington
Srinidhi Madabhushi - University of Denver
Ritajit Majumdar - Indian Statistical Institute
Biswajit Debnath - Jadavpur University
Jayati Dev - Indiana University Bloomington
Anne Clara Tally - Indiana University Bloomington
Kaitlin Pet - Indiana University Bloomington
Ashley Sheil - Maynooth University
Otily Toutsop - Morgan State University
Masters Students
Shraddha Neupane - Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Reyhan Düzgün - KIT
Archana Nandakumar - University of Washington
Ankita Das - Techno India Saltlake
Kaushik Srinivasan - Indiana University Bloomington
Sagar Vora- Indiana University Bloomington
Hilda Hadan - Indiana University Bloomington
Laura Kathryn Calloway - Indiana University Bloomington
Undergraduate Students
Freddy Veloz Baez
Merzia Adamjee
AKM Salman Hosain
Andrew Kim
Ploy Unchit
Bingxing Wang
Zachary Tingle
Lane Skutt
Joshua D. Johnson
Niang En Chun
Chetan Mehta
HyeonJung Jee
Olivia Kenny
Brady M. Davis
Sophia Marie Puzzello
Kristy Yoshimoto
Sophia Zhang
Sean O'Reilly
Ashley Kaufman
Kiarra Pratchett
Ebuka Egbunam
Sabrina Sanchez
Ke Xu
Gabriel Lahman
Stephen Railing
Gahyeon Jung
Jee Yune Lee