Dr. Robert Steven Owor
About
Dr. Robert Steven Owor is an experienced academic leader and researcher with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as the Executive Director of the Center for Innovation and Emerging Technologies at Albany State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science & Software Engineering from Auburn University, an M.S. in Computer Science from Acadia University, and a B.S. in Statistics and Applied Economics from Makerere University. Dr. Owor has held various academic and administrative roles, including Professor and Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. His research and leadership have led him to secure numerous grants, such as the $65 million Georgia AIMS Project and significant funding from NASA, USDA, and Booz Allen Hamilton. His expertise spans areas like artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, data analytics, software development, quantum computing, and smart agriculture. Additionally, he has been an IBM Champion for multiple years, contributing to fields like DevOps, cloud computing, and blockchain. Dr. Owor has published extensively on topics like network security, quantum cryptography, and blockchain and has mentored numerous students in advanced technology projects. He is also deeply engaged in community and professional service, judging competitions, reviewing academic papers, and supporting STEM education initiatives.
Research Performance Summary
First Recorded Paper
Using the model-view-controller paradigm in Smalltalk-80 to develop a visual browser.
Year: 1991
Citations: 0
Venue: Acadia University
Latest Recorded Paper
Perovskite CsPbBr3 solar cells with novel hole-transporting layer of metal complexes
Year: 2023
Citations: 2
Venue: Georgia Journal of Science 81 (2)
Last 10 Years Publication Activity
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