Benjamin Bederson is a professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Maryland. He is known for his research in the fields of Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics, and Educational Technology. Bederson's work focuses on developing innovative interaction techniques that improve the usability of software systems, especially in educational contexts. He has made significant contributions to the design and implementation of interactive graphics and has co-authored several influential papers in the field. He is involved in teaching courses related to computer science and acts as a mentor for students pursuing research in his areas of expertise.