The Brand Called You Jack Dongarra: Turing Award Winner & HPC Pioneer | Emeritus Professor, University of Tennessee
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jack Dongarra, legendary computer scientist, Emeritus Professor at the University of Tennessee, and recipient of the ACM Turing Award. In this episode, host Stephen Ibaraki explores Jack Dongarra's remarkable journey, pioneering innovations in high performance computing, and the global impact of his work—foundational to scientific research, industry, and national security.
Discover the origins of essential mathematical libraries, the evolution of supercomputers, and the future of exascale, cloud, and quantum computing. Learn how Jack Dongarra built communities, mentored generations of scientists, and shaped how we solve the world’s biggest problems through simulation and data analysis.
If you’re a CEO, investor, technologist, or simply passionate about innovation—don’t miss this deep dive into the future of computing, advice for new students, and a candid look at the power of mentorship and perseverance.