Renuka Cheeturi | Quantum Computing | Innovative Research Award

Innovative Research Award

Renuka Cheeturi is a researcher affiliated with the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, India, whose research interests include quantum computing and lattice-based security for cloud-assisted Internet of Things (IoT) environments. Her scholarly work includes studies of public auditing, certificateless cryptographic mechanisms, and quantum-resistant security approaches for cloud storage and IoT systems.[1][2][3]

Renuka Cheeturi
Affiliation National Institute of Technology, Warangal
Country India
Scopus ID 58651022600
Documents 6
Citations 6
h-index 2
Subject Area Quantum Computing
Event Technology Scientists Awards
ORCID 0009-0003-4533-2519

Abstract

Renuka Cheeturi is a researcher affiliated with the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, India, whose scholarly interests encompass quantum computing, cloud security, lattice-based cryptography, and public auditing for cloud-assisted Internet of Things environments. Her research includes work on trapdoor-free certificateless public auditing, lattice-based auditing mechanisms, and quantum-resistant security schemes for cloud-assisted IoT. These studies address security, privacy, auditability, and resistance to emerging computational threats in distributed cloud environments. Her publication record includes research examining cryptographic mechanisms designed to strengthen data integrity and verification while considering security requirements associated with future quantum computing capabilities.[1][2][3]

Keywords

Quantum Computing; Quantum-Resistant Cryptography; Lattice-Based Cryptography; Cloud Security; Internet of Things; Public Auditing; Data Integrity; Certificateless Cryptography; Cloud-Assisted IoT; Post-Quantum Security.

Introduction

Cloud-assisted IoT systems require mechanisms that can verify outsourced data without exposing sensitive information or imposing excessive computational requirements. Renuka Cheeturi’s research addresses this area through public auditing schemes based on lattice-related cryptographic constructions and quantum-resistant security principles. Her work considers emerging requirements for integrity verification and secure cloud-assisted IoT architectures.[1][3]

Research Profile

Cheeturi’s research profile is centered on cryptographic security for cloud storage and IoT systems, with particular relevance to lattice-based methods and quantum-resistant public auditing. Her work connects conventional cloud integrity verification with security considerations arising from quantum computing, emphasizing cryptographic constructions that can support trustworthy data management in distributed computing environments.[2][3]

Research Contributions

Her documented contributions include research on trapdoor-free lattice-based certificateless public auditing, comprehensive examination of lattice-based auditing approaches, and development of an efficient quantum-resistant public auditing scheme for cloud-assisted IoT. Collectively, these publications address authentication, auditability, data integrity, and resilience against cryptographic threats associated with future quantum-enabled computational capabilities.[1][2][3]

Publications

Cheeturi’s listed research includes studies addressing lattice-based public auditing and quantum-resistant cloud-assisted IoT security. The publications cover both foundational and applied aspects of secure public auditing, including a trapdoor-free certificateless construction, a survey of lattice-based auditing schemes, and an efficient quantum-resistant approach for cloud-assisted IoT environments.[1][2][3]

Research Impact

The research contributes to the broader discussion of secure cloud storage and IoT data verification by examining cryptographic approaches suitable for environments facing evolving computational threats. Its relevance extends to public auditing, data integrity, privacy-aware verification, and post-quantum security, while the available bibliographic record provides measurable indicators of scholarly dissemination through indexed publications and citations.[1][2][3]

Award Suitability

Cheeturi’s research is relevant to an Innovative Research Award through its focus on cryptographic approaches for contemporary and emerging security challenges. Her publications address lattice-based public auditing and quantum-resistant cloud-assisted IoT security, demonstrating engagement with research topics at the intersection of cloud computing, cybersecurity, cryptography, and quantum computing.[1][3]

Conclusion

Renuka Cheeturi’s documented research addresses secure public auditing for cloud-assisted IoT and lattice-based cryptographic mechanisms, including approaches designed to address quantum-era security requirements. Her publication portfolio reflects a focused research direction involving cloud security, cryptography, data integrity, and quantum-resistant technologies, providing a scholarly basis for recognition within innovative technology research.[1][2][3]

References

  1. Cheeturi, R., et al. (n.d.). TF-LB-CLPAS: Trapdoor-Free Lattice-Based Certificateless Public Auditing Scheme for Cloud-Assisted IoT. Concurrency and Computation: Practice and Experience.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/cpe.70923
  2. Cheeturi, R., et al. (n.d.). Lattice-Based Public Auditing Schemes for Cloud Storage Security: A Comprehensive Survey. Concurrency and Computation: Practice and Experience.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/cpe.70556
  3. Cheeturi, R., et al. (n.d.). Efficient and Quantum-Resistant Public Auditing Scheme for Cloud-Assisted IoT. IEEE.
    https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11410013
  4. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Renuka Cheeturi, Author ID 58651022600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58651022600

Eleonora Lorenza Zich | Quantum Computing | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Eleonora Lorenza Zich | Quantum Computing | Research Excellence Award

Politecnico di Milano | Italy 

Ms. Eleonora L. Zich is a researcher at the Politecnico di Milano, focusing on computational electromagnetics and advanced optimization methodologies. Her work integrates evolutionary algorithms, quantum-inspired computing, and numerical modeling to address complex electromagnetic design problems with enhanced efficiency and precision. Zich has authored 8 scientific publications, which have collectively received 8 citations, contributing to an h-index of 2, reflecting a developing yet increasingly recognized research trajectory. A notable example of her recent work is the 2025 article “Quantum Selection for Genetic Algorithms Applied to Electromagnetic Design Problems,” which demonstrates her commitment to innovating optimization frameworks for engineering applications. By incorporating quantum-based selection mechanisms into genetic algorithms, she advances computational strategies that can significantly improve the performance of electromagnetic design workflows. Zich collaborates with ten co-authors, indicating active participation in interdisciplinary research networks spanning electrical engineering, applied physics, and computational sciences. These collaborations enhance the breadth and applied relevance of her contributions, particularly in fields such as telecommunications, sensing technologies, and electronic component optimization. Through her focus on algorithmic innovation and computational efficiency, Zich’s work supports the development of advanced tools that have the potential to influence both academic research and industrial technological progress.

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