Robert L. Cook
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Robert L. Cook (December 10, 1952) is a computer graphics researcher and developer, and the co-creator of the RenderMan rendering software. His contributions are considered to be highly influential in the field of animated arts.[2][3]
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Born | (1952-12-10) December 10, 1952 (age 71) |
Nationality | American |
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Fields | Computer science |
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In 2009, Cook was elected a member of the National Academy of Engineering for building the motion picture industry's standard rendering tool.
Cook was born in Knoxville, Tennessee and educated at Duke University and Cornell University. While at Cornell, Cook worked with Donald P. Greenberg.