Kevin Moran

In his research, Kevin Moran aims to transform the manner in which software is developed by understanding deficiencies in the software engineering process and building intelligent, automated tools to help software engineers design and write code more efficiently and effectively. Additionally, Moran seeks to carry out research that cross-cuts multiple disciplines of computer science, bringing a focus on the role of the software engineer in solving cross-disciplinary problems.

Moran collaborates with a growing group of software engineering researchers within the Department of Computer Science at George Mason University.  He holds an undergraduate degree in Physics from the College of the Holy Cross and a master's of science and PhD in computer science from William & Mary. Moran was previously a Research Assistant Professor at William & Mary where he was a senior member of the SEMERU research group. His main research interests include software engineering, maintenance, and evolution with a focus on mobile platforms. Additionally, he explores applications of machine learning to data mining from software repositories in order to create practical automation for developers. 

Moran’s research has been supported by both commercial and federal research grants totaling nearly $2 million. Additionally, Moran’s work has been recognized by software engineering and computer security research communities with multiple best/distinguished paper awards at top academic venues.

Degrees

• PhD, Computer Science, William & Mary
• Master of Science, Computer Science, William & Mary
• Bachelor of Arts, Physics, College of the Holy Cross