Rate My Professor Mike O'Neal

His research specializations include active authentication using behavioral biometrics, computer science education, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and distributed online broadcast technologies. Key publications comprise the book “The Science of Computing: An Introduction” (1995-2016), “DISPERSE: A Decentralized Architecture for Content Replication Resilient to Node Failures” (IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management, 2020), “The Impact of Application Context on Privacy and Performance of Keystroke Authentication Systems” (Journal of Computer Security, 2018), “Restructuring Computing Programs to Meet Employment Challenges” (Computer, 2004), “Complexity Measures for Rule-Based Programs” (IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering, 1994), and “Comprehending Rule-Based Programs: A Graph-Oriented Approach” (International Journal of Man-Machine Studies, 1993). O’Neal has received the Research & Economic Impact Award (Louisiana Tech University College of Engineering and Science, 2019), Distinguished Alumnus Award in Computer Science (2018), Tibbetts Award (U.S. Small Business Administration to Network Foundation Technologies, 2011), Louisiana Governor’s Technology Awards Company of the Year (to Network Foundation Technologies, 2009), and Fellow of Excellence Award in Undergraduate Computer Science Education (State of Louisiana, 1998-1999). He currently works on Air Force-sponsored projects to modernize logistical systems incorporating IoT concepts, handheld terminals, and smart containers.