Ikram Ullah | Cryptography | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Ikram Ullah
Government Polytechnic Institute Lakki Marwat, Pakistan

Ikram Ullah
Affiliation Government Polytechnic Institute Lakki Marwat
Country Pakistan
Documents 14
Subject Area Cryptography
Event Technology Scientists Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-4431-3186

Ikram Ullah is a researcher affiliated with Government Polytechnic Institute Lakki Marwat, Pakistan, whose work is situated in cryptography and secure information processing. His recent publications address substitution-box construction, elliptic-curve methods, pseudo-random number generation, and image security, reflecting an applied research focus on developing computational techniques for secure digital data.

Abstract

Ikram Ullah’s research focuses on cryptographic methods for secure digital information, with particular attention to substitution boxes, elliptic curves, pseudo-random number generation, and image encryption. His recent publications examine statistically optimized dynamic S-boxes, Montgomery-curve-based S-box generation, and elliptic-curve methods for secure image data. These studies address cryptographic design through mathematical structures and computational techniques, with emphasis on security properties, efficiency, and practical data protection. Collectively, the publications indicate a research profile connecting theoretical cryptography with application-oriented security problems, particularly where nonlinear components, randomness, and image protection are important. The documented work also illustrates collaboration across mathematical and computing research environments.[1] [2] [3]

Keywords

Cryptography; substitution boxes; S-box generation; elliptic curves; Montgomery curves; pseudo-random number generation; SHA-512; image encryption; nonlinear cryptographic components; information security.

Introduction

Modern digital systems require cryptographic mechanisms that can protect information against unauthorized access and manipulation. Substitution boxes and pseudo-random number generators are important components of many security architectures. Recent studies involving Ikram Ullah examine elliptic-curve structures and dynamic constructions to address security, nonlinearity, randomness, and efficient protection of image data.[1] [2] [3]

Research Profile

Ikram Ullah’s documented research centers on cryptography, particularly the mathematical and computational design of secure primitives. His publications address dynamic substitution boxes, Montgomery elliptic curves, pseudo-random number generation, and image encryption. The work combines algebraic structures with computational evaluation to investigate security characteristics and practical efficiency in cryptographic security applications.[1] [2] [3]

Research Contributions

The reported contributions include construction of statistically optimal dynamic S-boxes, development of a Montgomery-curve-based S-box generator, and an elliptic-curve pseudo-random number generator using SHA-512. These studies explore nonlinear components, dynamic generation, key sensitivity, and secure image-data processing. Together, they demonstrate an application-oriented approach to cryptographic primitive design and evaluation further.[1] [2] [3]

Publications

Ullah has coauthored recent studies covering dynamic S-box construction, Montgomery-curve-based substitution-box generation, and elliptic-curve pseudo-random number generation for image security. The publications appear in Physica Scripta and Security and Privacy, and collectively address mathematical constructions and computational mechanisms intended to strengthen cryptographic processes used for protecting digital information and systems.[1] [2] [3]

Research Impact

The research addresses security challenges in image encryption and cryptographic primitive generation, areas relevant to secure digital communication and data protection. Reported studies evaluate properties such as nonlinearity, randomness, key sensitivity, computational efficiency, and security performance. Their focus provides potential relevance to cryptographic systems requiring adaptable and efficient security components.[1] [2] [3]

Award Suitability

The documented publication record provides evidence of sustained research activity in cryptography and secure information processing. His recent work directly addresses technically relevant problems involving S-boxes, elliptic curves, pseudo-random generation, and image security. These contributions provide a substantive basis for considering the Innovative Research Award within the stated research domain.[1] [2] [3]

Conclusion

Ikram Ullah’s research profile reflects a focused contribution to cryptography through studies of dynamic S-boxes, elliptic-curve constructions, pseudo-random generation, and image security. The documented publications demonstrate engagement with both mathematical foundations and practical security requirements. Continued research in these areas may further develop efficient and adaptable cryptographic mechanisms for applications.[1] [2] [3]

References

  1. Aslam, C. M. A., Ullah, I., & Ishaq, M. (2026). Construction of statistically optimal dynamic S-boxes for secure image encryption. Physica Scripta, 101(35).
    https://doi.org/10.1088/1402-4896/ae9c79
  2. Ullah, I., Arif, S., Abbas, F., & Hayat, U. (2026). Efficient and Secure Montgomery Curve Based Substitution Box Generator With Optimal Nonlinearity. Security and Privacy, 9(1), e70168.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/spy2.70168
  3. Bilal, M., Ullah, I., Zhang, X., & Hayat, U. (2026). Efficient pseudo-random number generator using elliptic curves over small primes for securing image data. Physica Scripta, 101(1), 015005.
    https://doi.org/10.1088/1402-4896/ae3034

Faizal Nujumudeen | Cryptography | Best Innovation Award

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Best Innovation Award

Faizal Nujumudeen
Presidency University, India

Faizal Nujumudeen
Affiliation Presidency University
Country India
Scopus ID 59469139900
Documents 9
Citations 15
h-index 3
Subject Area Cryptography
Event Technology Scientists Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5194-7806

Faizal Nujumudeen is a researcher associated with Presidency University whose scholarly work is situated primarily within cryptography and secure communication. His research includes visual cryptography, lightweight encryption, image security, and language-aware cryptographic approaches. His publications demonstrate an interest in developing computationally efficient methods for protecting visual and textual information in contemporary communication environments. [1] [2] [3]

Abstract

Faizal Nujumudeen’s research profile reflects sustained work in cryptography, with particular emphasis on lightweight visual cryptography, secure image communication, and language-aware security. His published studies address practical challenges involving computational efficiency, image sharing, secure reconstruction, and culturally adaptive communication. A 2025 Scientific Reports article presents an XOR-based colour visual cryptography approach using random shares, while a 2024 IEEE conference contribution examines secure communication through images and visual cryptography. A 2026 study introduces ALCS-26, a linguistically structured lightweight cryptographic standard for Arabic-based communication. Together, these publications demonstrate a research trajectory connecting cryptographic principles with practical information-security applications. [1] [2] [3]

Keywords

Cryptography; Visual Cryptography; Lightweight Cryptography; Image Security; Secure Communication; XOR Encryption; Colour Image Sharing; Linguistic Cryptography; Information Security; Secure Data Communication.

Introduction

Modern digital communication requires security mechanisms capable of protecting information while maintaining practical computational performance. Visual cryptography provides a method for distributing image information through shares that can be combined for reconstruction. Nujumudeen’s research addresses these requirements through studies of image-based security, lightweight cryptographic operations, and secure communication mechanisms. [1] [2]

Research Profile

The researcher’s documented publications are centered on cryptographic techniques for protecting digital information, particularly images and communication content. His work spans XOR-based visual cryptography, secure image communication, and linguistic approaches to lightweight cryptographic design. This profile connects theoretical cryptographic operations with application-oriented security challenges involving efficient sharing, reconstruction, and communication. [1] [2] [3]

Research Contributions

The documented research contributes to lightweight and application-oriented cryptography. The colour visual cryptography study develops a three-share XOR framework using randomization and non-expansive shares, while the secure communication study investigates images as components of protected communication. The ALCS-26 study extends lightweight cryptographic thinking toward linguistic structure and Arabic communication contexts. [1] [2] [3]

Publications

Nujumudeen’s documented publications include a 2025 Scientific Reports article on lightweight XOR-based visual cryptography for colour image sharing, a 2024 IEEE Global Conference for Advancement in Technology paper on secure communication using images and visual cryptography, and a 2026 Journal of King Saud University Computer and Information Sciences article introducing ALCS-26. These works represent complementary directions within cryptographic research. [1] [2] [3]

Research Impact

The research has relevance to information-security applications where computational efficiency, secure information sharing, and protection of digital content are important. The visual cryptography study reports evaluations involving reconstruction quality, randomness, and resistance to differential analysis, while the broader publication portfolio addresses secure communication and lightweight cryptographic design. These directions indicate application potential across digital security contexts. [1] [2] [3]

Award Suitability

The documented publication record provides a basis for consideration under an innovation-focused research category. His work combines established cryptographic operations with application-specific approaches to image security, secure communication, and linguistic cryptography. The research addresses practical security requirements through lightweight methods and distinct application contexts, providing relevant evidence for recognition associated with innovation in cryptographic research. [1] [2] [3]

Conclusion

Faizal Nujumudeen’s documented research focuses on cryptography and secure communication, with publications covering visual cryptography, image security, and linguistically structured lightweight encryption. The studies demonstrate an application-oriented research direction that considers security, efficiency, reconstruction, and communication requirements. These contributions provide a coherent scholarly basis for consideration within the Best Innovation Award category. [1] [2] [3]

References

  1. Nujumudeen, F., Mubarak, D. M. N., & Hussain, T. (2025). Lightweight XOR-based visual cryptography using random shares for secure colour image sharing with minimal shares. Scientific Reports, 15, 42868
    https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-27142-2
  2. Nujumudeen, F., Azad, M. A., & Mubarak, M. N. (2024). A study of secure communication using images and visual cryptography. In 2024 5th IEEE Global Conference for Advancement in Technology (GCAT).
    https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10923992
  3. Nujumudeen, F., Hussain, T., Begum, S., Khanum, D. A., Nasimudeen, S., et al. (2026). ALCS-26: A linguistically structured Arabic-based lightweight cryptographic standard for secure and culturally adaptive communication. Journal of King Saud University Computer and Information Sciences, 38, 704.
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s44443-026-00917-x