Eric Matson

Eric T. Matson is a Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Technology at Purdue University's Purdue Polytechnic Institute. He also holds a non-tenure-track Professorship at Dongguk University's Department of Computer Science and Engineering in Seoul, South Korea, and serves as an International Faculty Scholar at Kyung Hee University. His roles include directing the RICE Research Center and co-founding the M2M Lab.

Education:

• PhD (Computer Science), University of Cincinnati (2008)
• MSE (Software Engineering), Kansas State University (2002)
• MBA (Operations Management), Ohio State University (1993)
• BS (Computer Science), Kansas State University (1988)

Research Interests: Dr. Matson focuses on Multiagent Systems, Robotics, Software Engineering, and STEM Education. His work emphasizes organizational models for autonomous systems and outreach to underserved communities. Recent projects include sensor networks, cooperative robotics for search and rescue, and global academic collaborations through programs like the Korean Square Initiative.

Publications: His research spans agent coordination, organizational transition algorithms, and robotics education, with notable contributions to journals like Autonomous Agents and Multiagent Systems and conferences such as AAMAS and SPIE.

Awards:

• Ho Award for Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching (2010, 2011)
• 2024 Outstanding Leadership in Globalization Award

Grants & Collaboration: Leads initiatives like the Purdue-Dongguk Korean Square Program and the POSTECH Graduate Degree Collaboration. Engages in global partnerships to advance AI and robotics education.

Labs/Teams: Director of the RICE Research Center and co-founder of the M2M Lab, focusing on multiagent systems and robotic applications.