Decentralized AI Security Research
Our Vision
Decentralization in computing has gained significant momentum, moving well beyond blockchain and cryptocurrencies. At its core, decentralization is a paradigm shift—distributing data, intelligence, and control away from single points of failure. When applied to artificial intelligence, decentralization is not only an efficiency strategy but also a foundation for security, trust, and autonomy.
Our Mission
The Decentralized Science Lab (dSL) at Kennesaw State University is advancing this frontier. Our research sits at the intersection of AI, decentralization, and security, with a strong emphasis on autonomous and self-healing AI. We explore federated learning, privacy-preserving techniques, and cryptographic safeguards to design intelligent systems that are trustworthy and capable of proactive defense.
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Research
Our research pushes the boundaries of decentralized artificial intelligence, combining cutting-edge AI techniques with blockchain technology to create secure, trustworthy, and autonomous systems. We focus on solving real-world challenges through innovative approaches that bridge theory and practice.
Research Impact
Our work has direct applications in autonomous vehicles, smart cities, healthcare systems, and financial services. We collaborate with industry partners to translate research breakthroughs into deployable solutions that enhance security, privacy, and efficiency in real-world decentralized systems.
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Publications
Explore our comprehensive portfolio of peer-reviewed publications, conference papers, and research contributions advancing the fields of AI Security, Web3 Security, Blockchain Systems, and Software Engineering.
Special Interest Group: Decentralized and Collaborative AI
This is a special R&D group under the IEEE TEMS Technical Committee (TC) on Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies focusing on the intersections between advanced and federated machine/deep learning and decentralization.
Key Focus Areas
Decentralized Intelligence
Building intelligent applications and systems more securely and efficiently using decentralized data across medical, IoT, agriculture, and cybersecurity domains.
Enabling Technologies
Advancing tools and frameworks that enable and improve decentralized AI systems, focusing on scalability, privacy, and interoperability.
Blockchain-AI Synergy
Exploring the bidirectional relationship between blockchain technology and artificial intelligence, creating innovative hybrid solutions.
Group Coordinators
Reza M. Parizi
Kennesaw State University, USA
Chair
Qi Zhang
Research Scientist at Meta, USA
CoordinatorMembers
Somnath Mazumdar
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
MemberMark Nejad
University of Delaware, USA
MemberJunggab Son
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA
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We welcome new members to join our SIG. Contact one of the coordinators to learn more about participation opportunities and current research initiatives.
About Us
The Decentralized Science Lab (dSL) is a research lab focused on advancing knowledge and driving innovation in decentralized computing and its enabling technologies. We are pioneering the future of secure, autonomous, and trustworthy AI systems.
Our Mission
To bridge the gap between current decentralized technologies and mass adoption by solving critical challenges in security, privacy, scalability, and performance.
Our Vision
A future where decentralized AI systems are secure, trustworthy, and widely adopted across industries, enabling autonomous and self-healing intelligent infrastructure.
Our Focus
Cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI security, blockchain technology, and decentralized systems with real-world applications.
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Call for Papers
Explore our curated collection of conference calls, special issues, and workshop opportunities in decentralized AI, blockchain security, and emerging technologies. Join the global research community advancing the frontiers of secure and decentralized systems.
Computers & Security: Special Issue on Federated Learning for Decentralized Cybersecurity
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Decentralized Science Lab (dSL)
College of Computing and Software Engineering
Kennesaw State University
680 Arntson Drive
Marietta, GA 30060, USA