Physical & Life Sciences

Scholars dedicating their careers to the study of living organisms and non-living systems

Pavel Yosifovich

Pavel Yosifovich

Pavel Yosifovich is a renowned author, developer, and expert in Windows Internals, system programming, and software development. With extensive experience in low-level programming, he has authored several highly regarded books, including Windows Internals, Part 1 (7th Edition) and Windows 10 System Programming. His works provide deep insights into Windows architecture, kernel-mode development, and debugging techniques, making them essential resources for developers, security researchers, and IT professionals.

Beyond his books, Pavel is also known for his contributions to the developer community through training, blog posts, and technical talks. He offers in-depth courses on TrainSec, where students can learn Windows Internals, debugging, and system programming directly from his expertise. His writing style balances technical depth with clarity, making complex topics accessible to both beginners and experienced programmers. Whether delving into kernel drivers, Windows debugging, or modern programming languages, Pavel’s books and courses serve as authoritative guides for those looking to master Windows and programming.

Pavel Yosifovich is a renowned author, developer, and expert in Windows Internals, system programming, and software development. With extensive experience in low-level programming, he has authored several highly regarded books, including Windows Inte... Show more

Leslie Brooks

Leslie Brooks

Leslie has worked as a developer, tester, and manager in Waterfall, Agile Scrum, and Kanban companies and methodologies. He is constantly looking for better/faster/more efficient ways to deliver quality software and delight customers. He absolutely positively hates bugs!

When he isn't busy teaching BDD or squishing bugs he enjoys Python programming, music, studying AI, and running the Peachtree Road Race - the world's largest 10K!

Leslie has worked as a developer, tester, and manager in Waterfall, Agile Scrum, and Kanban companies and methodologies. He is constantly looking for better/faster/more efficient ways to deliver quality software and delight customers. He absolutely p... Show more

Amos Wendorff

Amos Wendorff

I have been part of SAP and working in the cloud field since the SAP Multi-Cloud team was founded in 2017. Since the beginning of 2022, I have been part of the SIEM team within Global Security and am mostly responsible for AWS topics.

I have been part of SAP and working in the cloud field since the SAP Multi-Cloud team was founded in 2017. Since the beginning of 2022, I have been part of the SIEM team within Global Security and am mostly responsible for AWS topics. Show more

Fernando Posada

Fernando Posada

Fernando Posada is the group leader of the Systems Acceptance and User Environment group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia. During his Ph.D., Fernando developed an interest in High-Performance Computing and completed a Master's degree in the same field from SISSA. He has been involved in various HPC projects, working on designing, deploying, managing, and providing support to users in different HPC resources.

Fernando Posada is the group leader of the Systems Acceptance and User Environment group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia. During his Ph.D., Fernando developed an interest in... Show more

Marija Naumovska

Marija Naumovska

As a co-founder of Microtica, Marija helps developers deploy infrastructure and applications on the cloud in minutes. She's a software engineer with 10+ years of experience and now works as a Head of Growth. She talks about AI in DevOps, Cloud Delivery, GitOps, and Kubernetes topics.

As a co-founder of Microtica, Marija helps developers deploy infrastructure and applications on the cloud in minutes. She's a software engineer with 10+ years of experience and now works as a Head of Growth. She talks about AI in DevOps, Cloud Delive... Show more

Ken Espiritu

Ken Espiritu

Ken Espiritu is passionate about developing personal projects that integrate technologies mainly on AI, machine learning, computer vision, voice technologies, robotics, and automation. With a deep interest in exploring how technology can enhance everyday life, Ken enjoys building innovative solutions that blend multiple disciplines. Outside of tech, Ken loves to travel, meet new people, learn from different perspectives, and immerse in diverse cultures. This blend of curiosity and creativity fuels his dedication to continuous learning and sharing knowledge with others.

Ken Espiritu is passionate about developing personal projects that integrate technologies mainly on AI, machine learning, computer vision, voice technologies, robotics, and automation. With a deep interest in exploring how technology can enhance ever... Show more

Jorge Merino

Jorge Merino

Transformational leader with 20+ years of experience driving corporate IT innovation and modernizing software engineering practices. I've delivered high-impact solutions on time, driving business outcomes through effective leadership and collaboration. I'm excited to share my insights on building high-performing teams.

Transformational leader with 20+ years of experience driving corporate IT innovation and modernizing software engineering practices. I've delivered high-impact solutions on time, driving business outcomes through effective leadership and collaboratio... Show more

Amey Holden

Amey Holden

Making magic happen with the Power Platform. Customer Insights - Journeys is my specialist subject. Power Automate is my secret weapon. Dataverse is my trusty sidekick.

Doing all the things @ Amey Holden Pty Ltd
Proud Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP)
Dedicated ABC (Anything But Code) enthusiast

Top 5 obsessions: my dog, swimming, running, broccoli and good coffee.

Making magic happen with the Power Platform. Customer Insights - Journeys is my specialist subject. Power Automate is my secret weapon. Dataverse is my trusty sidekick. Doing all the things @ Amey Holden Pty Ltd Proud Microsoft Most Valuable Prof... Show more

Franco Balich

Franco Balich

Creador de contenido de tecnología en redes sociales e investigador en el laboratorio de robótica física e inteligencia artificial de la UAI.

Creador de contenido de tecnología en redes sociales e investigador en el laboratorio de robótica física e inteligencia artificial de la UAI. Show more

Greg Beaumont

Greg Beaumont

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customers to plan enterprise analytics strategies, evaluate new tools and products, conduct training sessions and hackathons, and architect solutions that improve the quality of care and reduce costs. He strives to be a trusted advisor to his customers and is always seeking new ways to drive progress and help organizations thrive. Based in Minnesota, he is a veteran of the Microsoft data speaker network and has worked with hundreds of customers on their data management and analytics strategies.

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customer... Show more

Niklas Thoms

Niklas Thoms

Schon während meines Studiums im Bereich Wirtschaftsingeneurwesen habe ich die enorme Wichtigkeit von Daten in Unternehmen erkennen dürfen. Um die richtigen strategischen Entscheidungen treffen zu können, ist es jedoch nicht nur wichtig Daten zu haben und zu horten, sondern mit diesen auch schnell und zielgerichtet zu arbeiten, ganz egal um welchen Geschäftsbereich es sich handelt. Während meiner zahlreichen Projekte als Consultant durfte ich erfahren, welche Mehrwerte die richtigen Kennzahlen und die richtigen Visualisierungen für Unternehmen bieten können.

Schon während meines Studiums im Bereich Wirtschaftsingeneurwesen habe ich die enorme Wichtigkeit von Daten in Unternehmen erkennen dürfen. Um die richtigen strategischen Entscheidungen treffen zu können, ist es jedoch nicht nur wichtig Daten zu habe... Show more

Adam Malewski

Adam Malewski

I am a full-stack developer with over 7 years of experience who loves both backend technologies and the crazy world of frontend technologies. Throughout my career, I worked with big companies scaleups and startups. I have experience in developing large monoliths and microservices systems. I have successfully executed significant data migrations and API refactors. I have led the development of products from scratch and maintained and improved existing projects.
What is more I am passionate about learning other to become bettter developers via mentoring programs and blog posts.
In my free time, I enjoy having fun with game development, playing sports (tennis, football, and basketball), and exploring the world of wine.

I am a full-stack developer with over 7 years of experience who loves both backend technologies and the crazy world of frontend technologies. Throughout my career, I worked with big companies scaleups and startups. I have experience in developing lar... Show more

Nathan Haas

Nathan Haas

I’m a Charlotte-based product designer with a passion for crafting clean, user-friendly layouts and delivering beautiful, functional designs. With a deep appreciation for great typography and an expertise in building Figma components, I strive to create seamless digital experiences. When I'm not designing, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our energetic 3-year-old.

I’m a Charlotte-based product designer with a passion for crafting clean, user-friendly layouts and delivering beautiful, functional designs. With a deep appreciation for great typography and an expertise in building Figma components, I strive to cre... Show more

Mohamed Thioune

Mohamed Thioune

Mohamed THIOUNE, Consultant IT (Conception web & mobile) sur ces quatre dernières années.
mon métier consiste à construire des solutions qui placent la cible du client au centre de la stratégie
afin de fournir des solutions qui répondent au plus près à la demande.

J'accompagne le client dans toutes les phases du processus de conception, de la phase d'inspiration
à la phase d'idéation et enfin à la phase de mise en œuvre,
pour garantir une solution adaptée à vos besoins.

Mohamed THIOUNE, Consultant IT (Conception web & mobile) sur ces quatre dernières années. mon métier consiste à construire des solutions qui placent la cible du client au centre de la stratégie afin de fournir des solutions qui répondent au plus p... Show more

Harsh Tambade

Harsh Tambade

I am an accomplished GenAI developer, passionate about leveraging technology to create innovative solutions. With a strong background in IT and a talent for mentoring, I have successfully guided numerous aspiring professionals on their journey to becoming proficient in the field of web development.

As the founder of Elite Forums, a leading industry training and IT company, I am dedicated to providing top-notch educational resources and practical training programs to help individuals excel in the ever-evolving world of technology. Through Elite Forums, I have fostered a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, fostering collaboration and growth.

With 4 years of experience in project development, I have honed my skills in front-end and back-end technologies including JavaScript , Firebase, Python for ML and various frameworks such as React and Next. I possess a strong understanding of UI/UX principles, ensuring visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.

Moreover, my expertise extends to server-side programming, database management, and API integration, enabling me to build robust and scalable web applications. I thrive in agile development environments and excel in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Beyond my technical prowess, I am known for my exceptional mentoring abilities. I find immense fulfillment in guiding aspiring developers, helping them bridge the gap between theory and practice, and instilling in them the confidence to tackle complex challenges. Witnessing their growth and success is truly rewarding.

I am an avid learner and continuously seek opportunities to stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies. I am deeply passionate about contributing to the tech community, regularly participating in conferences, workshops, and hackathons, where I actively engage in knowledge sharing and networking.

I am an accomplished GenAI developer, passionate about leveraging technology to create innovative solutions. With a strong background in IT and a talent for mentoring, I have successfully guided numerous aspiring professionals on their journey to bec... Show more

Jenn Donahue

Jenn Donahue

Jenn Donahue PhD is a retired US Navy Captain and engineer who works on large scale, high profile engineering projects. Over her 27-year military career, Jenn has built a bridge across the Euphrates river in the midst of the Iraq war, commanded an 800-personnel Battalion in Afghanistan, and constructed combat outposts in the middle of deserts filled with insurgents. Jenn has led earthquake and tsunami reconnaissance missions in places like Samoa and Japan; designed the seismic plans for a bridge over the Panama Canal; and built roads in the coldest climes of Ketchikan. Along the way she mentored scores of young leaders. Today Jenn runs JL Donahue Engineering and lectures at UC Berkeley and UCLA.

Jenn Donahue PhD is a retired US Navy Captain and engineer who works on large scale, high profile engineering projects. Over her 27-year military career, Jenn has built a bridge across the Euphrates river in the midst of the Iraq war, commanded an 80... Show more

Marius Muench

Marius Muench

Marius is an assistant professor at the University of Birmingham. His research interests cover (in-)security of embedded systems, binary & microarchitectural exploitation, and defenses. He obtained his PhD from Sorbonne University in cooperation with EURECOM and worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He developed and maintains FirmWire, an emulation and fuzzing platform for cellular basebands, as well as avatar2, a framework for analyzing embedded systems firmware.

Throughout his career, Marius publicly shared his findings and presented at venues such as Black Hat, REcon, and Hardwear.io.

Marius is an assistant professor at the University of Birmingham. His research interests cover (in-)security of embedded systems, binary & microarchitectural exploitation, and defenses. He obtained his PhD from Sorbonne University in cooperation with... Show more

Suresh Neethirajan

Suresh Neethirajan

Dr. Suresh Neethirajan is a renowned expert in animal welfare science and the application of cutting-edge technologies in livestock management. He holds the position of Professor and University Research Chair at Dalhousie University, Canada, with cross-appointments in the Faculties of Agriculture and Computer Science. His groundbreaking research integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and precision livestock farming to enhance the well-being of farm animals by decoding emotions, detecting pain early, and promoting humane practices.

With over two decades of experience, Dr. Neethirajan has worked at top-tier institutions such as Wageningen University in the Netherlands and the University of Guelph, Canada. His innovative work includes AI-powered facial recognition systems to analyze emotional states in cows and pigs, and natural language processing techniques to translate the vocalizations of chickens. These technological advancements allow for real-time welfare monitoring and timely interventions that improve animal care. Dr. Neethirajan's contributions are transforming the field of animal welfare by aligning scientific innovation with ethical standards and societal expectations.

Dr. Suresh Neethirajan is a renowned expert in animal welfare science and the application of cutting-edge technologies in livestock management. He holds the position of Professor and University Research Chair at Dalhousie University, Canada, with cro... Show more

Sebastian Bassi

Sebastian Bassi

Sebastián Bassi is a Biotechnologist with experience both in software development and bioinformatics research. He worked in a leading biotech company doing molecular marker database curation and in a national research institute helping with the bioinformatics support of the international effort to sequence the Tomato Genome. Both positions involved Python development and intensive data manipulation. He made a web application to query a micro RNA database, which was published at BMC Plant Biology. He also worked on the first Linux distribution for bioinformatics (DNALinux). He is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect and is frequently invited to Python conferences. He is the author of Python for Bioinformatics (https://www.py3.us/)

Sebastián Bassi is a Biotechnologist with experience both in software development and bioinformatics research. He worked in a leading biotech company doing molecular marker database curation and in a national research institute helping with the bioin... Show more

Abbey Trent

Abbey Trent

Abbey joined Alias in the summer of 2021 as Executive Assistant after spending 7 years working in the nonprofit sector. Since that time, she has transitioned into Alias’ Chief of Staff to include Operations (overseeing construction and the move into our new HQ!), Human Relations, Sales, Communications, and Marketing. She oversees Alias’ daily operations and contributes to the planning and execution of strategic goals.

Abbey joined Alias in the summer of 2021 as Executive Assistant after spending 7 years working in the nonprofit sector. Since that time, she has transitioned into Alias’ Chief of Staff to include Operations (overseeing construction and the move into ... Show more

Amanda Martin

Amanda Martin

Raised in a no-tech farming community in rural Arizona, Dr. Amanda Martin discovered the transformative power of technology and the world of possibilities it opens. This revelation came in college when open-source software became her catalyst for personal growth, reshaping her perspective on how technology can democratize access, empower collaboration, and provide solutions to pressing global issues.

With her Doctorate in Computer Science, Dr. Martin passionately embraced the ethos of open-source endeavors and now serves as the Director of Program Management at the Linux Foundation. Currently, within the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF), championing open-source security and global collaboration.

Never forgetting her roots, Dr. Martin continues to propagate her lifelong commitment to education, teaching subjects ranging from technology to physics. Yet, it's her sustained awe for science and technology and her passion to share this wonder with as many individuals as possible that truly make her an inspirational figure.

In essence, Dr. Amanda Martin stands as a testament to the transformative power of open-source technology, continually inspiring others to explore the remarkable potentials of this realm.

Raised in a no-tech farming community in rural Arizona, Dr. Amanda Martin discovered the transformative power of technology and the world of possibilities it opens. This revelation came in college when open-source software became her catalyst for per... Show more

Bidyut Sarkar

Bidyut Sarkar

I am an IT professional specializing in the Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing industry. Over my 20-year career at IBM, I have developed a blend of industry experience, a comprehensive understanding of AI and Analytics, and strategic solutioning skills. My journey is marked by achievements that reflect my role in IT solutioning functions, and I have been honored with awards like IBM's 'Client and Partner Success Award – 2023' and 'Growth Award -2023'. My work has impacted large pharmaceutical companies and industrial manufacturing industries, particularly in the United States. I have been part of efforts to provide IT solutions against counterfeit drugs and implement AI/ML-powered predictive demand and automated replenishment capabilities. Through AI-driven technologies, I have contributed to solutions that enhance cybersecurity and guarantee the authenticity and safety of medications worldwide. My professional experience has taken me to various parts of the world, including the USA, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Australia. This multicultural experience has given me insights into global organizational challenges, reinforcing my commitment to addressing critical issues.

I am an IT professional specializing in the Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing industry. Over my 20-year career at IBM, I have developed a blend of industry experience, a comprehensive understanding of AI and Analytics, and strategic solutioni... Show more

David Louis Hollembaek

David Louis Hollembaek

David has worked across the globe in varying industries from Fiserv to LiSci. The only thing he likes more than a smooth Agile-led project, is a data-driven smooth Agile-led project.

David has worked across the globe in varying industries from Fiserv to LiSci. The only thing he likes more than a smooth Agile-led project, is a data-driven smooth Agile-led project. Show more

Nazeh Abel

Nazeh Abel

Nazeh Abel is the CTO of Candleweb AI, a startup building AI-driven trading systems, and a software engineer at the Financial Times, where he works on scalable, resilient platform infrastructure. He is also the founder of Open Lab Technologies, a company that delivers custom AI and digital solutions across the UK and Africa.

Nazeh’s work spans AI product development, reinforcement learning, software quality, and infrastructure at scale. He’s passionate about building systems that are ethically grounded, locally informed, and globally scalable — with a special focus on how African tech ecosystems can leapfrog traditional barriers. His goal: make AI not just work, but work for everyone, with trust, integrity, and purpose at its core.

Nazeh Abel is the CTO of Candleweb AI, a startup building AI-driven trading systems, and a software engineer at the Financial Times, where he works on scalable, resilient platform infrastructure. He is also the founder of Open Lab Technologies, a com... Show more

Raghavender Puchhakayala Puchhakayala

Raghavender Puchhakayala Puchhakayala

I am a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence (BI), and Analytics across industries such as Banking, Healthcare, and Retail. Currently, I work as an Analytics Solutions Associate Sr. at JP Morgan Chase, where I have led BI system migrations, executive dashboard development, and data optimization initiatives. My expertise spans Tableau, Business Objects, Cognos, and PL/SQL, with a strong focus on data governance and AI-driven analytics to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and have earned certifications in Tableau, Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Alteryx. As an active IEEE member and peer reviewer, I am committed to advancing technology by contributing to technical reports, research publications, and mentoring. I am passionate about driving BI transformation projects that enable data-driven strategies, regulatory compliance, and business innovation.

I am a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence (BI), and Analytics across industries such as Banking, Healthcare, and Retail. Currently, I work as an Analytics Solutions Associate Sr. at JP Mo... Show more

Ambrial Ugoji, MSW

Ambrial Ugoji, MSW

Ambrial Ugoji is a licensed social worker and certified labor doula. She is experienced in working with at-risk populations and has had the privilege of working in Camden City for the past 7 years. Recently, Ambrial transitioned from being a school social worker working with high school students and pregnant and parenting teens to the Project Director of Camden Healthy Start where she has combined her passion for service and birth work to lead a program that serves pregnant people and families in Camden City to reduce the infant and maternal mortality and morbidity rates for people of color.

Ambrial Ugoji is a licensed social worker and certified labor doula. She is experienced in working with at-risk populations and has had the privilege of working in Camden City for the past 7 years. Recently, Ambrial transitioned from being a school s... Show more

Elfatih Farah

Elfatih Farah

Sudanese network and system engineer with more than 5 years of experiances . I was appointed as a teaching assistant at the same university since my second semester due to the small number of faculty members and my excellence in my field. i teached many curricula in the field of computing . Thus, I was the youngest faculty member at the university. my last position in the university was Head of network department participate of installing and configuring open source systems

Sudanese network and system engineer with more than 5 years of experiances . I was appointed as a teaching assistant at the same university since my second semester due to the small number of faculty members and my excellence in my field. i teached... Show more

Victor Olet

Victor Olet

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Chemical Society's Australian Student Chapter. Victor also engages in science communication through CSIRO's STEM Professionals program.

As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, he enhances his digital literacy and incorporates computational chemistry into his research. Victor's active contributions to the Windows Insider Program earned him the 2023 Windows Insider Most Valuable Professional Award, a testament to his impact in the Windows community.

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Ch... Show more

Harald König

Harald König

I studied physics and started with Linux (kernel 0.98.4) in 1992 (UNIX since 1987), XFree86 (S3 cards) since 1993, using and working on (La)TeX since 1987 and co-founded the german TeX users group DANTE e.V. I've given talks on several german FOSS/Linux conferences, and some project specific meetings (OpenMoko, smart meters, OpenStreetMap, TeX) for many years. Today I'm working for Bosch Sensortec GmbH, writing device drivers (uC and Android/Linux) and CI infrastructure and testing/support code

I studied physics and started with Linux (kernel 0.98.4) in 1992 (UNIX since 1987), XFree86 (S3 cards) since 1993, using and working on (La)TeX since 1987 and co-founded the german TeX users group DANTE e.V. I've given talks on several german FOSS/Li... Show more

Lisa Tee

Lisa Tee

Lisa is a pharmacist dedicated to empowering patients to take care of their own health with ever advancing technology.

Lisa is a pharmacist dedicated to empowering patients to take care of their own health with ever advancing technology. Show more

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