Computer Science Grad Student Receives 2024 Turner Dissertation Fellowship Award

Veena Krish, a doctoral candidate in the Department of Computer Science, has received the 2024 Turner Dissertation Fellowship Award through the Center for Inclusive Education. This $10,000 award is a testament to Krish's commitment to addressing technical challenges and technology's broader societal implications. The award supports students from historically underrepresented groups and otherwise disadvantaged communities in preparing their dissertations.

Krish's research focuses on the security implications of modern medical technologies at the intersection of cyber-physical systems, formal verification, security and reinforcement learning. Her work helps guarantee that cutting-edge medical gadgets are secure from cyberattacks while remaining inventive.

Krish is a member of the Ethos Lab, directed by Professor Amir Rahmati. She received her BSE and MSE in bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania, where she also gained a solid foundation in healthcare technology before coming to Stony Brook. She also helped found Shock Analytics LLC, a startup aimed at developing a non-invasive technology to better detect cardiovascular failure. Krish previously received the John Marburger III Fellowship. Beyond her research, she is the chair of WPhD, a campus organization that supports women PhD students studying computer science.

"Ensuring the security of emerging medical technologies is not just a technical challenge - it's a crucial step in safeguarding patient trust and advancing healthcare innovation. We are incredibly proud to see Veena honored with the Turner Dissertation Fellowship," said Samir Das, professor and chair of the Department of Computer Science. "This recognition underscores the vital intersection of security and technology and reflects the outstanding commitment and expertise Veena brings to this critical field. Her work is paving the way for a future where medical advancements can be trusted and leveraged to their fullest potential."

- Veronica Mathur