Richard Mortier

Prof. Richard Mortier is a Fellow at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology. His research interests include systems and networking, human-centred computing, and machine learning and artificial intelligence. He has contributed to areas such as distributed system performance monitoring, IoT security, and privacy-preserving data processing. Mortier also engages in teaching, offering courses on operating systems and advanced topics in computer systems. His work spans both academic and industry contexts, with roles in platform architecture and consulting for startups and corporations.

Richard Mortier is a researcher at Cambridge University Computer Laboratory with expertise in networking, systems, and human-computer interaction. His work explores dynamic resource allocation, cloud computing, and mobile code offloading, as seen in 'Thinkair' and 'Jitsu'. He investigates network management, including link failures, routing loops, and topology analysis, as well as distributed systems like unikernels and consensus protocols such as Paxos vs Raft. His research also addresses human-data interaction, personal data management, and accountability in the Internet of Things, emphasizing the societal impact of data-driven technologies. Mortier's contributions span both technical systems and human-centric design, reflecting a broad interest in bridging networking and user experience.