Computer Scientist & Engineer; IBM PC Co-Inventor; National Medal of Technology Recipient; John Fisher Distinguished Professor at University of Tennessee

Knoxville, TN, USA
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Mark Dean Biography

Dr. Mark E. Dean is an American computer scientist and engineer known for his significant contributions to personal computing and computer engineering. Dean holds three of the nine patents for the IBM personal computer, a foundational development in the evolution of modern computing. He played a key role in the creation of landmark technologies at IBM, including the color PC monitor and the first gigahertz chip. Dean earned an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tennessee, a master's degree in electrical engineering from Florida Atlantic University, and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Stanford University.

Working with Dennis Moeller, Dean co-developed the Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) systems bus, which enabled peripheral devices such as disk drives, printers, and monitors to connect directly to computers. This innovation improved efficiency and integration, making personal computers more practical and expandable for everyday use. Dean also served as chief engineer for the development of the IBM PC/AT, PS/2 Model 70 and 80, and the Color Graphics Adapter in the original IBM PC.

Dean led a team of engineers at IBM in the creation of the first gigahertz chip, advancing data processing capabilities. He also established the team responsible for the Blue Gene supercomputer. Dean and the IBM team received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation for the Blue Gene family of supercomputers. He has held the position of CTO for IBM Middle East and Africa.

Dean was named the first African-American IBM Fellow and has been inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. He has received recognition from U.S. News and World Report as one of the Innovators of the 21st Century, the CCG Black Engineer of the Year Award, the National Institute of Science Outstanding Scientist Award, and the U.S. Department of Commerce's Ronald H. Brown American Innovators Award. Dean was elected to the National Academy of Engineering for his work in high-performance computing systems and microprocessor technologies and was named an IEEE Fellow for his contributions to personal computers and computer system architecture.

Following his career at IBM, Dean became a professor at the University of Tennessee, where he holds the title of John Fisher Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Dean is involved in initiatives that promote diversity in engineering and STEM fields, including participation in the Black Engineer of the Year Awards. His career highlights the impact of engineering innovation and the importance of representation in technology.

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Mark Dean on his his career, inspirations & thoughts on today's technology

Mark Dean on his his career, inspirations & thoughts on today's technology

Dr. Mark Dean, co-inventor of the person computer, sat down with our founder to discuss his career, inspirations, and thoughts on today's technology...

Mark Dean Interview

Mark Dean Interview

When Mark Dean was in the 9th grade he knew he wanted to work for IBM. While there and while working on his Master's Degree he built a graphics...

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