Peter McBrien

Peter McBrien is an Associate Professor in Computing Science at Imperial College London, Department of CS. His research interests include data integration, information systems, modelling, and distributed databases. He is involved in the AutoMed project, which explores new techniques for data integration using a schema transformation approach known as BAV, developed in collaboration with Alex Poulovassilis. McBrien provides medium-sized example databases for use in student and research projects and offers teaching and project opportunities. He is also company secretary of PSA Parts Ltd, a distributor of mobile power products.

Peter McBrien is a Senior Lecturer specializing in Data and Knowledge Integration and Data and Knowledge Modelling. His research focuses on the development of formal frameworks and methodologies for schema transformation, data integration, and semantic schema integration. He has contributed significantly to the design of systems that enable the integration of heterogeneous data sources, including XML and structured data. His work explores the use of rule-based systems, temporal reasoning, and hypergraph data models to address challenges in data evolution and information systems development. McBrien's research emphasizes the automation of data integration processes and the formalization of semantic mappings to enhance data interoperability.