PhD Seminar on Blockchain Research

Abstract:

Blockchains have disrupted the way of thinking distributed systems; since their introduction multiple applications have surfaced, ranging from financial ones – which have been the most pervasive – to supply chains, digital democracy and distributed computing. Blockchain related research is increasingly becoming an active, heavily interdisciplinary, field of research. This Seminar is intended for PhD students interested in obtaining in-depth familiarity with and current research topics different areas related to blockchains. Students will actively participate in lectures by important researchers from Switzerland and abroad, will critically evaluate the research presented, and will also receive feedback on their current research projects.

Instructors:

Prof. Dr. Claudio J. Tessone
Christian Ewerhart
Thorsten Hens
Gerhard Schwabe

Type:
Doctoral Seminar

Target Audience:

PhD Students from Economics, Informatics and Management

Frequency:
Each spring semester

APS (ECTS):
3

Language:
English

Prerequisites:

A Masters Degree in areas related to Informatics, Economics, Finance or Law or related areas. For those with a degree different from Informatics, knowledge about the functioning of blockchain-based systems is required. Very good ability to read, communicate and write in English. .

Grading:
The grade will be determined by one written paper, or presentation, or referee report, and by active participation in class discussions of research papers.

Dates and Location:
More information about the guest Lectures
Vorlesungsverzeichnis

Registration:

Join our courses and make up your mind if you want to participate. Then officially register using the “Buchungstool” at the University of Zurich.

Note:
This information in the syllabus supports the official information in the electronic university calendar (VVZ – “Vorlesungsverzeichnis”). In cases of doubt, the official information at the VVZ is valid.