We are a dynamic research group at the University of Massachusetts Amherst .
Inspired by the pioneering work of Al-Khwarizmi, whose groundbreaking contributions laid the foundation for modern computing, including Algebra, the Khwarizmi Lab at UMass Amherst is dedicated to advancing fundamental research that addresses the complex challenges at the intersection of systems and algorithms. Our goal is to drive innovation across a range of critical fields, focusing on the development of secure, efficient, and scalable solutions. In particular, we focus on creating secure and effective solutions in FinTech, Quantum Networks, and Critical Infrastructures, such as 5G mobile networks and industrial control systems (see Research).
We are looking for passionate Master’s and Bachelor’s students at UMass to join the team (more info) !
April 27, 2026
Paper ‘InferNet: Exploiting Aggregate GPU Profiles as Side-Channel for DNN Architecture Inference’ has been accepted for publication in ACM Transactions on AI Security and Privacy.
March 23, 2026
Paper titled ‘Characterizing Cellular Network Dynamics for Federated Human Activity Recognition’ accepted at FMSys 2026.
March 6, 2026
Taqi Raza selected as a PEP Fellow by the UMass Amherst Public Engagement Project (PEP) Program for 2026.
March 2, 2026
Taqi Raza invited to speak at the 2026 NSF Workshop on Hardware Security in the Era of Quantum Computing & Post-Quantum Cryptography (HWiQ 2026).
January 23, 2026
Abdullah Soomro gave a talk at New England Systems Day 2026 titled ‘Millisecond Time Synchronization for 5G NB-IoT Networks’!
