معرفی
Willis Lang is a Researcher at Microsoft, focusing on Database Systems, Cloud Computing, and Data Management. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications in cloud databases.
- Education:
- PhD in Computer Sciences - Databases (University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2012)
- MS in Computer Science and Engineering - Databases (University of Michigan, 2008)
- BMath in Honours Computer Science - Bioinformatics (University of Waterloo, 2006)
Research Interests: Willis’s research spans Database Systems, Cloud Computing, and Energy Efficiency, with a focus on scalability, tenant management, and predictive provisioning. His work addresses real-world challenges in cloud database optimization, multi-tenancy, and power-aware systems.
Recent Publications highlight trends in Cloud Database Efficiency, including auto-scaling, tenant placement, and energy-conscious cluster design. His contributions often involve collaboration with industry leaders like Microsoft and Jignesh M. Patel.
- Scientific Awards:
- Best Paper Award, DaMoN 2010
- Best Presented Award, Midwest Database Research Symposium 2007
Service: Willis has served as a reviewer for conferences like SIGMOD, VLDB, and journals including VLDBJ and JPDC. His expertise is sought in cloud and database research communities.
