Fan Zhang
About Fan Zhang
Fan Zhang is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science at Yale University, with a research focus on system security, cryptocurrencies, trusted hardware, and applied cryptography. He has held various positions in academia and industry, including roles at Oasis Labs, Cornell University, Intel Corporation, and Chainlink Labs.
Current Role at Yale University
Fan Zhang has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science department at Yale University since July 2022. In this role, he focuses on teaching and conducting research in areas related to system security, cryptocurrencies, trusted hardware, and applied cryptography. His position at Yale allows him to contribute to the academic community while mentoring students and collaborating with fellow researchers.
Previous Experience at Duke University
Prior to his current position at Yale, Fan Zhang worked as an Assistant Professor in Computer Science at Duke University from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he engaged in research and education, further developing his expertise in computer science and related fields. This role contributed to his professional growth and expanded his academic network.
Research Background at Cornell University
Fan Zhang was a Research Assistant at Cornell University from 2014 to 2020, where he pursued his PhD in Computer Science. His research during this period laid the foundation for his current interests in system security and cryptography. The experience gained at Cornell has significantly influenced his academic and professional trajectory.
Industry Experience at Oasis Labs and Intel Corporation
Before his academic roles, Fan Zhang worked as a Research Scientist at Oasis Labs from 2018 to 2019. He also held positions as a Software Engineer Intern at Intel Corporation in Beijing from 2013 to 2014 and as a Distributed Ledger Team Intern at Intel Labs in Hillsboro, Oregon, in 2017. These experiences in the tech industry provided him with practical insights into system security and software development.
Educational Background at Tsinghua University
Fan Zhang completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Electronic Engineering at Tsinghua University from 2010 to 2014. This foundational education equipped him with essential skills and knowledge in engineering principles, which he later applied in his advanced studies and research in computer science.