Jeffrey Vetter
About Jeffrey Vetter
Jeffrey Vetter is a Corporate Fellow and Section Head in Advanced Computing System Research at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in high-performance computing and has authored significant works in the field, including books on contemporary high-performance computing.
Current Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Jeffrey Vetter currently serves as a Corporate Fellow and Section Head in the Advanced Computing System Research division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to advancements in high-performance computing and related technologies. His leadership role involves overseeing research initiatives and guiding the direction of projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Prior to his current role, Jeffrey Vetter worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as the Future Technologies Group Leader from 2003 to 2020. During his 17 years in this position, he focused on developing innovative computing technologies and strategies that support the laboratory's mission in advanced computing.
Education and Academic Background
Jeffrey Vetter has a strong academic background in computer science. He earned his PhD from Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1993 to 1998. He later completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 1998 to 1999. Additionally, he served as a Joint Professor at both the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and Georgia Institute of Technology, contributing to the education of future computer scientists.
Publications and Contributions to High-Performance Computing
Jeffrey Vetter is the author of the books 'Contemporary High Performance Computing: From Petascale toward Exascale (Vols. 1 and 2)', which provide a comprehensive overview of the international landscape of high-performance computing. His work in this field has been influential in shaping current understanding and future directions in computing technologies.
Recognition and Awards
Jeffrey Vetter has received significant recognition for his contributions to the field of computer science. He is a Fellow of the IEEE and a Distinguished Scientist Member of the ACM. In 2010, he was awarded the ACM Gordon Bell Prize as part of an interdisciplinary team from Georgia Tech, NYU, and ORNL, highlighting his collaborative efforts in advancing high-performance computing.