Dr. Matthew R. Boutell is Professor and Associate Department Head of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He specializes in image recognition, machine learning, and pattern recognition, with additional expertise in robotics education and mobile application development. His research explores: Computer vision applications in photography and chromatography Machine learning techniques for security systems and game AI Innovative approaches to computer science education Entrepreneurial mindset development in technical curricula Analysis of Dr. Boutell's publications reveals three primary themes: Applied computer vision systems leveraging spatiotemporal and contextual features Educational research on instructional methods in computing fields Interdisciplinary applications of machine learning in chemistry and security Dr. Boutell received the Dean's Outstanding Teaching Award (2016) and served as a Fulbright Scholar at Copperbelt University in Zambia (2011-12). He played a key role in establishing Rose-Hulman's multidisciplinary robotics minor and developed courses in Android application development. His educational innovations include integrating robotics into introductory programming courses and creating video-based learning materials.






