Kenneth Hough

Kenneth Hough is a Continuing Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). His research focuses on the historical and cultural dimensions of national security and defense technologies, particularly examining how popular media shapes moral perspectives and policy decisions. Key interests include civilian defense strategies against air attack and nuclear warfare, the ethical implications of science fiction narratives, and the cultural evolution of drone warfare.

Dr. Hough holds a PhD in History from UCSB, an MA in History from California State University, Fullerton, and a BA in History from Minot State University. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary technological ethics, emphasizing interdisciplinary connections between engineering, history, and societal impact.

No specific articles, awards, or grants are listed in the provided text. His academic contributions appear centered on teaching and research in ethics within engineering contexts.