Dr. Susan Landau’s career began in mathematics, then shifted to theoretical computer science, then cybersecurity policy. Traversing these fields, her career spans industry and academia. PI Landau’s work has impacted law and policy as privacy regulators, Congress, and industry have made decisions that protect consumer privacy and safeguard national security from publications and testimonies.
In 2024, PI Landau was awarded the Bertrand Russell Prize from the American Mathematical Society, recognizing her research and service contributions focused on promoting good in the world. PI Landau recently sat down with the Notices of the AMS for an interview about her career. If you’re a young mathematician thinking about how to choose areas in which to expand and apply your knowledge, are curious about how Edward Snowden’s 2013 revelations impacted US government agencies’ use of cryptography and data collection, or you’re interested in knowing how Dr. Landau chooses which projects to take on and how she manages her time and commitments, check out the interview!
And join us in congratulating PI Landau on receiving the prestigious 2024 Bertrand Russell Prize.
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