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Dean F. Hougen is the Lloyd & Joyce Austin Presidential Professor and Director of the School of Computer Science at the University of Oklahoma. He holds faculty appointments in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Data Science and Analytics Institute. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Machine Learning, and Computer Science Education.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Minnesota (1998)
- B.S. in Computer Science, Iowa State University (1988)
Research Interests: Dr. Hougen’s work spans AI/ML systems, robotics, interpretable machine learning, evolutionary computation, and ethics in technology. He emphasizes practical applications in healthcare, aerospace, and education.
Grants and Projects: He has secured $24M+ in funding, including leadership roles in projects like Operationalizing Additive Manufacturing (Air Force Research Lab) and Predictive Intelligence for Pandemic Prevention (NSF). Recent collaborations include work with Boeing, NASA, and international institutions.
Awards: Highlights include the Austin Presidential Professorship (2022), multiple best paper awards, and teaching recognitions such as Professor of the Year (2015-2016).
Labs: Leads the Artificial Intelligence Research (AIR) Superlab and Robotic Intelligence and Machine Learning Laboratory (RIML Lab).
