About Me
I am Alireza Arbabi, a Computer Science Master’s student at the University of Waterloo, advised by dr. Xi He. My research interests span the area of privacy and security for ML applications with a focus on Large Language Models. In addition, I take an additional interest in the area of blockchains and cryptocurrencies.
I was fortuante to intern at the ACIS Lab at the University of Victoria during the summer 2023, in which I was working on Mixing Services in cryptourrencies. I completed by bachelor’s in computer engineering honorobly at the University of Tehran in 2024.
My daily routine consists of swimming, exploring artworks (especially music and paintings), and topics related to programming, mathematics, and researching.
Blockchain Reading Group
We conduct discussions on various topics in blockchains, DeFi, and Distributed Systems in our reading group’s sessions as a part of the University of Tehran ACM chapter. We usually meet online every 2 weeks on Fridays via the Google Meets platform. We consist of faculty and students, and individuals are always welcome to attend. Talks and discussions will be advertised on the UTehranBlockchain@gmail.com email list and the Telegram channel. To sign up, please simply fill the Sign-Up google form, and follow our Telegram Channel.
In addition, you can follow the Waterloo Blockchain sector to hear more about the events, updates, and research/job circles that we provide via the University of Waterloo.
Teaching
During the summer 2023, the Blockchain & Web3 course instructed by me and AmirPasha Motamed at the University of Tehran ACM Chapter. Our course materials are available online as follows: