Research Symposium on AI, Security and Silicon
Building Next-Generation Intelligent Systems
28th May 2025 | 09:30 - 16:15
IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi,
Khalifa City B, Abu Dhabi, UAE
The rapid convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), robust security frameworks, and advanced silicon design is reshaping the technological landscape, paving the way for next-generation intelligent systems. As these fields evolve, they present unprecedented opportunities to create systems that are not only powerful and efficient but also secure and ethically sound. However, this convergence also introduces complex challenges, including ensuring system resilience, scalability, and trustworthiness in an increasingly interconnected world.
Motivated by the need to address these challenges and harness the transformative potential of AI, security, and silicon innovation, this workshop aims to bring together academics, researchers, industry, and innovators for fruitful interactions at the IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi Campus. The goal of the research symposium is to foster discussion and inspire interdisciplinary collaboration across top technical institutes in the region.
About the Symposium
Dr. Shreekant Thakkar
Chief Researcher, Secure Systems Research Centre, Technology Innovation Institute (TII)
Keynote Speaker
In his current role, Dr. Thakkar leads advanced research initiatives focused on zero-trust end-to-end security, resilience, and safety in cyber-physical and autonomous systems platforms—such as swarms of drones—leveraging generative AI and large language models (LLMs).
Meet the Speakers
Dr. Manan Suri, IIT Delhi
Title:
Building an Intelligent Memory Centric Computing Paradigm
Dr. Lilas Alrahis, Khalifa University
Title:
Graph Neural Networks for Optimized Electronic Design Automation
Dr. Chetan Arora, IIT Delhi
Title:
Translating clinical insights to AI models for cancer detection
Dr. Samuel F. Feng,
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Title:
Interpretable Energy-Based Models
for Trustworthy Biomedical AI
Prof. Hariprasad Kodamana, IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi
Title:
Generative AI as a Multi-scale Enabler in Guiding the Energy Transition
Dr. Sandeep Kumar, IIT Delhi
Title:
GCX: Graph Learning for Scalable, Label-Efficient Analog Circuit Automation
Dr. Ghada Alsuhli, Khalifa University
Title:
Efficient Hardware Acceleration of FALCON for Post-Quantum Cryptography
Dr. Akashdeep Saha, NYU - Abu Dhabi
Title:
Securing Fabless ICs: Automated Cryptographic Logic Locking with LLM-Driven CAD
Dr. Rachmad V. W. Putra,
New York University Abu Dhabi
Title:
Towards Energy-Efficient and Reliable Spiking Neural Network Systems
Dr. Esrat Khan, Khalifa University
Title:
Secure PLCs: Logic Locking for Structured Text
Event Schedule
9:30 – 9:45
Prof. Shantanu Roy,
Exec. Director,
IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi
Introduction and Opening
Remarks
9:45 – 10:15
Dr. Manan Suri,
IIT Delhi
Technical Talk
10:15 – 10:45
Dr. Shreekant
Thakkar, TII
Keynote
10:45 – 11:00
Break
Tea Break and
Group Photo
11:00 – 11:30
Dr. Lilas Alrahis,
Khalifa University
Technical Talk
11:30 – 12:00
Dr. Chetan Arora,
IIT Delhi
Technical Talk
12:00 – 12:30
Dr. Samuel F. Feng,
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Technical Talk
12:30 – 01:30
Lunch Break
Food and Networing
13:30 – 14:00
Dr. Hariprasad
Kodamana, IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi
Technical Talk
14:00 – 14:30
Dr. Sandeep Kumar,
IIT Delhi
Technical Talk
14:30 – 15:00
Dr. Ghada Alsuhli,
Khalifa University
Technical Talk
15:00 – 15:15
Break
Tea/Coffee Break
15:15 – 15:30
Dr. Akashdeep,
New York University Abu Dhabi
Technical Talk
15:30 – 15:45
Dr. Rachmad V. W.
Putra, New York University Abu Dhabi
Technical Talk
15:45 – 16:00
Ms. Esrat Khan,
Khalifa University
Technical Talk
16:00 – 16:15
Prof. M. Ali Haider,
IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi
Closure, Way Forward,
Networking
Why Attend?
Unlock insights, forge connections, and shape the future of intelligent systems.
Learn from Experts
Hear from pioneering researchers at IIT Delhi, IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi, NYU - Abu Dhabi, and Khalifa University.
Engage in Deep Tech Dialogue
Participate in high-impact discussions across interdisciplinary domains.
Explore Frontier Technologies
Dive into cutting-edge innovations in AI, hardware security, and silicon design.
Network with Leaders
Connect with top academics, industry professionals, and innovators.
Organized by
IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is one of India’s premier institutions for education and research in science, technology, and engineering. IIT Delhi–Abu Dhabi, its international campus, represents a visionary step in extending IIT Delhi’s legacy to the dynamic innovation ecosystem of the UAE.
Located in Khalifa City B, Abu Dhabi, this campus is the result of a strategic collaboration between India and the UAE, aimed at advancing excellence in education, research, and innovation. With a focus on cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, sustainable technologies, and advanced computing, IIT Delhi–Abu Dhabi is poised to emerge as a global hub for transformative academic and industry-led initiatives.
Registration
*Participation in the symposium is by invitation only. To express your interest in attending, please complete the registration form. Confirmation of your registration will be sent via email by 27 May 2025. The registration link will remain active until 12:00 PM on 27th May 2025.
Contact
+971 50 355 9173
vp.research@iitdabudhabi.ac.ae
Symposium Coordinators:
Prof. Manan Suri (IIT Delhi)
Prof. Lilas Alrahis (Khalifa University)
Organized by
- IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi, Office of the Vice Provost for Research and External Engagement