Overview
A scientist is just a kid who never grew up.
– Neil DeGrasse Tyson
As a Swiss-Lebanese citizen living in France, I'm a tapestry of cultures and experiences. My days are spent delving into the cutting-edge world of blockchain technology as I near the completion of my PhD. But when the sun sets, you might find me with a deck of cards in hand, weaving intricate magic that blurs the line between reality and illusion. My insatiable curiosity drives me to constantly seek new knowledge, experiences, and connections. I'm always eager to learn, create, and share the magic of discovery with those around me.
Scientific Publications
Generic and Universal Local Cryptocurrency: LCoin
Frédéric A. Hayek, Pascal Lafourcade, Ariane Tichit
BRAINS 2023
Generic Blockchain on Generic Human Behavior
Clémentine Gritti, Frédéric A. Hayek, Pascal Lafourcade
SECRYPT 2023
Generic Privacy Preserving Private Permissioned Blockchains
Frédéric A. Hayek, Mirko Koscina, Pascal Lafourcade, Charles Olivier-Anclin
SAC 2023
Research is formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose.
– Zora Neale Hurston
Popular Science
I participated in Ma Thèse en 180 secondes where the goal is to explain your 3 year thesis in 3 minutes for a general audience.
Moteur de Recherche is a monthly popular science radio show hosted on Radio Campus. I was in charge of this project and an active member.
Docendo discimus. | By teaching we learn.
– Seneca
Through a multitude of channels, I have dedicated myself to making science more accessible and engaging for the public.
Magic
Since 2012, my curiosity has drawn me into the world of magic.
My preference is close-up magic, and especially card magic.
My approach is unique: I focus on creating magical moments that unfold in the spectator's hands, with minimal involvement on my part.
It's kind of fun to do the impossible.
– Walt Disney