Stephen A. Fenner

Stephen A. Fenner is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, The University of South Carolina. His research focuses on the theoretical foundations of computing, particularly quantum computing and computational complexity.

• Ph.D., University of Chicago (1991)
• M.S., University of Chicago (1988)
• B.A. (Physics), Harvard University (1983)

His research interests include computability theory, quantum algorithms, and the mathematical underpinnings of quantum information processing. He teaches courses like CSCE 750: Analysis of Algorithms and CSCE 785: Quantum Computer Science, reflecting his expertise in algorithm design and quantum systems.

As Editor of ACM SIGACT News, he contributes to advancing discourse in algorithms and computation theory. Professor Fenner has held academic positions since 1991, including progressive roles at the University of South Carolina since 1998.