David M. Goldberg

I'm a full professor (tenured) at San Diego State University (SDSU). My research focuses on AI, machine learning, and text mining, with an emphasis on developing computational methods and decision support systems that extract actionable information from unstructured text data. A central application of this research is risk analysis and product safety, where I develop methods to identify hazardous and defective products using large-scale text sources such as online reviews and social media.

I teach courses in Python programming and database systems, with an emphasis on hands-on, real-world applications. My teaching focuses on helping students build practical skills in software development, systems analysis, and data science.

I'm currently the principal investigator on a California Learning Lab-funded project focused on understanding the adoption, challenges, and opportunities of integrating AI in higher education. Previously, I led a federally funded project with the US Navy, applying AI and text mining to identify equipment failure risks.

I serve as an AI Fellow with SDSU's IT Division, contributing to university-wide initiatives that support AI literacy, assess AI adoption and perceptions, and inform institutional decision making.

I earned my bachelor's and doctoral degrees from Virginia Tech, where I was supported by the Richard E. and Carol A. Sorensen Fellowship.

Previously, I worked as a technical contractor for Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), developing 3D building datasets for proprietary site selection software.

In my spare time, I'm a soccer and baseball fan with a passion for sports analytics. I enjoy Rubik's cube speedsolving, darts, and board games. Finally, I also love spending time with my cats, Duck and Goose.