Steve Pieper

Owner, Isomics, Inc.

Steve Pieper is a prominent figure in the field of computer science, particularly known for his contributions to medical imaging and software development. He currently serves on the VTK Architecture Review Board (ARB) at Kitware Inc., a position he has held since 2009. In this role, he is involved in overseeing and guiding the architectural decisions related to the Visualization Toolkit (VTK), which is widely used for 3D computer graphics, image processing, and visualization.

Professional Background

Education: Pieper earned his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley and pursued further studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Career: He is also the owner of Isomics, Inc., a company he founded in 2001 that focuses on scientific research and technology commercialization. Isomics collaborates with various institutions, including Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, to develop innovative software solutions for medical applications.1 2 3

Contributions

3D Slicer: Pieper has been instrumental in the development of the 3D Slicer software, which is used for medical image analysis and visualization. He has served as the Chief Architect for over a decade, contributing significantly to its evolution and functionality.1 4
Research Collaborations: His work extends to numerous collaborations with academic institutions and hospitals, focusing on enhancing surgical planning and medical imaging technologies.1 2

Current Roles

In addition to his role at Kitware Inc., Pieper is involved with various research projects at institutions like the University of Iowa and Brigham and Women's Hospital, where he continues to push the boundaries of computer science applications in medicine.2 3

Steve Pieper's extensive experience and ongoing contributions make him a key player in advancing medical imaging technologies through innovative software solutions.