# Neil Hurley

> researcher ORCID ID = 0000-0001-8428-2866

**Wikidata**: [Q59059969](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q59059969)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/neil-hurley

## Summary
Neil Hurley is a computer scientist and academic primarily known for his roles at University College Dublin (UCD), where he has served as a lecturer and associate professor. A graduate of Trinity College Dublin and UCD, he has contributed to the field through education and research, notably supervising doctoral students like Aaron McDaid.

## Biography
- **Born**: [No date/place available]  
- **Nationality**: [Not specified]  
- **Education**:  
  - Doctor of Philosophy, Trinity College Dublin (1991–1995)  
  - Master of Science, University College Dublin (1987–1988)  
  - Bachelor of Science, University College Dublin (1984–1987)  
- **Known for**: Academic leadership and research in computer science.  
- **Employer(s)**: University College Dublin (lecturer, 1999–2004; associate professor, 2004–present).  
- **Field(s)**: Computer science.  

## Contributions  
Neil Hurley’s career has focused on academic instruction and research. At UCD, he advanced from lecturer (1999–2004) to associate professor (2004–present), contributing to the development of computer science education and research programs. He supervised doctoral student Aaron McDaid, who completed his studies in 2013. While specific publications or projects are not detailed in the source material, his roles at UCD and involvement in academic mentorship underscore his commitment to fostering talent and advancing the field. His work is indexed in databases such as Scopus, zbMATH, and Google Scholar, reflecting engagement with the broader research community.  

## FAQs  
### Q: Where does Neil Hurley work?  
A: He is employed at University College Dublin, where he has held roles as a lecturer and associate professor since 1999.  

### Q: What is Neil Hurley’s educational background?  
A: He earned a PhD from Trinity College Dublin (1991–1995), an MSc from UCD (1987–1988), and a BSc from UCD (1984–1987).  

### Q: Who has Neil Hurley supervised?  
A: He supervised doctoral student Aaron McDaid, who completed his program in 2013.  

## Why They Matter  
Neil Hurley’s sustained academic career at UCD has shaped computer science education and research in Ireland. His progression from lecturer to associate professor and his mentorship of doctoral students demonstrate a lasting institutional impact. By training researchers like Aaron McDaid, he has contributed to the growth of the field, ensuring continuity in academic and technical expertise. His presence in key research databases further highlights his integration into global scholarly networks, reinforcing the relevance of his work to broader scientific discourse.  

## Notable For  
- **Academic Leadership**: Served as associate professor at UCD since 2004.  
- **Mentorship**: Supervised doctoral student Aaron McDaid (completed 2013).  
- **Research Identity**: Maintains profiles in Scopus, zbMATH, and ORCID, reflecting active research engagement.  

## Body  
### Academic Career  
- **University College Dublin**:  
  - Lecturer (1999–2004).  
  - Associate Professor (2004–present).  
- **Timeline**:  
  - 1999–2004: Lecturer in computer science.  
  - 2004–present: Associate professor, overseeing teaching and research.  

### Education  
- **Trinity College Dublin**: PhD (1991–1995).  
- **University College Dublin**: MSc (1987–1988), BSc (1984–1987).  

### Supervision  
- **Doctoral Student**: Aaron McDaid (completed 2013).  

### Professional Identifiers  
- **ORCID**: 0000-0001-8428-2866.  
- **Scopus Author ID**: 7004435214.  
- **zbMATH Author ID**: hurley.neil-j.  
- **Google Scholar**: Xy75cgsW65QC.  

### Affiliations  
- Maintained by **WikiProject Mathematics**, indicating interdisciplinary relevance.

## References

1. [Source](http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8428-2866)
2. [ORCID Public Data File 2021](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0/0000-0001-8428-2866/employment/3813253)
3. [ORCID Public Data File 2021](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0/0000-0001-8428-2866/employment/3813250)
4. [Source](http://library.ucd.ie/iii/encore/record/C__Rb2088488)