An overview of research being conducted by Dr. Russell Clark, senior research scientist in Georgia Tech's School of Computer Science and SCL affiliated faculty member, as part
of the SCL Interdisciplinary Research Center seminar series.
SEMINAR DESCRIPTION
The commoditization of sensor packages along with ubiquitous wireless communications has combined to make the Internet of Things a reality. The supply chain and logistics fields
are undergoing dramatic changes based from the introduction of these technologies. We will look at some examples and opportunities to leverage the widespread availability of
fine-grained, real-time data. We will also discuss challenges that must be addressed as these technologies are adopted.
ABOUT RUSSELL CLARK
Dr. Clark is the associate director of the Georgia Tech Research Network Operations Center (GT-RNOC), which encourages research efforts across campus, and principal leader of the Convergence Innovation Competition, which pairs students and industry sponsors on novel projects. Clark played a leadership role in the NSF GENI project, leading both the GT campus trials efforts as well as the GENI@SoX regional deployment and the Software Defined Exchange (SDX). He is also active in the startup community, including roles with the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps program and Empire Technologies during its acquisition by Concord Communications.
Russell engages hundreds of students each semester in mobile development, networking and network development classes, and the Internet of Things. Clark emphasizes innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry involvement in student projects and apps.