Yael Tauman Kalai, a leading light in the field of cryptography, obtained her Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2006. She is one of the few female scientists in this field, and her story is an inspiring one.
At the Heidelberg Laureate Forum 2024 in Germany, Kalai shared her thoughts on the sidelines of the event, expressing her gratitude for having a supportive husband and her joy in spending time with her children. For her, family is paramount, and she considers her children her most valuable achievement.
Despite her successful career, Kalai prioritizes her family. She shared that research can be all-consuming, but it’s important not to neglect one’s children. She sacrifices many things for her family and is mindful that her children won’t stay young forever. To manage her commitments, she hires a housekeeper, ensuring she has time for both her research and her family.
Kalai’s journey to becoming a cryptographer began in high school. She often missed school, not finding the curriculum stimulating enough. However, a challenge from her father sparked her interest in mathematics. He presented her with a math riddle, promising to let her travel and pursue her passions if she solved it. And so, a young Kalai found her calling.
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| Cryptographer and theoretical computer scientist, Yael Tauman Kalai. Photo: QTMtd> |
It was during her time at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem that her love for mathematics truly blossomed. She found the university curriculum inspiring and discovered a passion for cryptography and computer science. The field’s complexity and its potential to impact the future fascinated her.
Kalai’s dedication to her craft is evident in her disciplined approach to work. She always gives her full attention to each task, striving for the best outcome in the shortest time. This efficiency allows her to balance her career and family life effectively.
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| Professor Yael Tauman Kalai attributes her success to strict discipline in completing tasks. Photo: QTM |
Today, Kalai is a principal senior researcher at Microsoft Research New England and an adjunct professor at MIT. She has consistently been named one of the world’s leading influential women in technology. In 2022, she was awarded the ACM Prize in Computing for her groundbreaking contributions to the field.
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