# Alan M. Davis > American computer scientist (PhD 1975, Illinois) **Wikidata**: [Q4707184](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4707184) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_M._Davis) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/alan-m-davis ## Summary Alan M. Davis was born in 1949[1]. He has been affiliated with several institutions, including the University of Tennessee, University of Colorado, and University of Technology Sydney.As a professional, he has received notable recognition for his work. He has been awarded the distinction of IEEE Fellow and has also received a Fulbright Scholarship.His career has spanned multiple institutions, reflecting his expertise and contributions to his field. At the University of Tennessee, University of Colorado, and University of Technology Sydney, he has applied his knowledge and skills.Throughout his life, starting from his birth in 1949[1], Alan M. Davis has accumulated experience and accolades, including his appointments at the University of Tennessee, University of Colorado, and University of Technology Sydney, and awards such as IEEE Fellow and Fulbright Scholarship. ## Summary Alan M. Davis is an American computer scientist and engineer, known for his academic career and contributions to the field. He earned his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 1975 and later held faculty positions at multiple universities. ## Biography - Born: 1949 - Nationality: United States - Education: PhD in Computer Science (1975), University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign; Education also includes State University of New York at Albany and Stuyvesant High School - Known for: Academic contributions in computer science (specific contributions not detailed in source material) - Employer(s): University of Tennessee, University of Colorado (2019), University of Technology Sydney (2019) - Field(s): Computer science, Engineering ## Contributions Alan M. Davis has dedicated his career to academia and research within computer science and engineering. He secured a Fulbright Scholarship, indicating international recognition of his academic work and potential for knowledge exchange. While specific landmark publications, patents, or foundational discoveries are not detailed in the source material, his career path demonstrates a commitment to advancing the field through teaching and research at prominent institutions like the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, University of Tennessee, University of Colorado, and University of Technology Sydney. His role as an IEEE Fellow signifies significant contributions and peer recognition within the electrical engineering and computer science communities. ## FAQs ### Q: When and where did Alan M. Davis earn his PhD? A: Alan M. Davis earned his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign in 1975. ### Q: Which universities has Alan M. Davis worked for? A: He has been affiliated with the University of Tennessee, the University of Colorado (as of 2019), the University of Technology Sydney (as of 2019), and the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign. ### Q: What major recognition has Alan M. Davis received? A: He is an IEEE Fellow and has received a Fulbright Scholarship, both indicating significant professional achievement. ## Why They Matter Alan M. Davis has contributed to the advancement of computer science and engineering through his long-standing academic career. His roles at major research universities (Illinois, Tennessee, Colorado, UTS) have shaped the education and research environment in these institutions. Being recognized as an IEEE Fellow highlights his impact on the profession and standards within electrical engineering and computing. His Fulbright Scholarship further underscores his role in international academic exchange and collaboration. Without his decades of teaching and research, the knowledge transfer and training opportunities at these institutions would have been diminished. ## Notable For - Being named an IEEE Fellow, a significant honor in electrical engineering and computer science. - Receiving a Fulbright Scholarship for international academic exchange. - Holding academic positions at multiple major US universities (University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, University of Tennessee, University of Colorado) and University of Technology Sydney. - Earning his PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign in 1975 in Computer Science. - Possessing unique identifiers like ISNI (0000000082065641) and VIAF (23711065). ## Body ### Background Alan M. Davis (born 1949) is an American computer scientist and engineer by occupation and citizenship. ### Education He completed his PhD in Computer Science at the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign in 1975. His prior education includes attendance at Stuyvesant High School and the State University of New York at Albany. ### Career Davis has held academic positions as an employee and affiliated faculty member at several institutions: - University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign (PhD granting institution) - University of Tennessee - University of Colorado (affiliation documented as of 2019) - University of Technology Sydney (affiliation documented as of 2019) ### Recognition - IEEE Fellow - Fulbright Scholarship recipient - Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) ### Identifiers - ISNI: 0000000082065641 - VIAF ID: 23711065 - GND ID: 137452896 - IDref ID: 176379649 - NUKAT ID: n2014121769 - Freebase ID: /m/0dv560 - DBLP Author ID: 43/266 - Scopus Author ID: 16476216700 - ACM Digital Library Author ID: 81100601894 - IEEE Xplore Author ID: 37380920200 - Library of Congress Authority ID: n88298078 - WorldCat Entities ID: E39PBJhMqBBXxYqgvvtxkbwjYP - National Library of Korea ID: KAC201819221 - National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007436471605171 - Nationale Thesaurus voor Auteursnamen ID: 08574106X - Open Library ID: OL590733A - Wikipedia title: Alan M. Davis (available in English, Igbo, Malagasy) ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File