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Fred B. Schneider is the Samuel B. Eckert Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Cornell University, with a research focus on construction of concurrent and distributed systems in high-integrity and mission-critical settings. His work includes fault-tolerance and security in critical settings, demonstrated through various academic publications and editorial roles. Schneider has been involved with multiple editorial boards, including Distributed Computing and ACM Computing Surveys. He is also a Professor-at-Large at the University of Tromsø, Norway. Throughout his career, Schneider has participated in national committees and boards addressing computer science and cybersecurity, including the National Research Council and the Defense Science Board. His accolades include being a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Association for Computing Machinery, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Additionally, he has received several awards recognizing his contributions to education and research, including the Daniel M. Lazar Excellence Teaching Award and the ACM SIGOPS Hall of Fame Award. His ongoing contributions to the field make him a prominent figure in discussions surrounding cybersecurity, fault-tolerant computing, and systems integrity.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Teaching and conducting research in computer science with a focus on concurrent and distributed systems.
University of Tromsø • Tromsø, Norway
Engaged in educational and collaborative research efforts within computer science.
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