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Daniel Sierra-Sosa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology at Hood College.

Daniel is an active researcher with a wide-ranging expertise spanning Quantum Computing, Medical Imaging, and Data Analytics. 

His contributions extend beyond academia, involving collaborations with industry partners, and engaging in diverse research projects that encompass mobile application development, virtual reality, medical imaging advancements, and predictive analysis.

Daniel has also taken on significant responsibilities in mentoring both graduate and undergraduate students.

Adding to his achievements, Daniel is a co-author and lead author of several published manuscripts in esteemed journals. 

Beyond his academic pursuits, he's a Qiskit Advocate and an instructor at IBM Skills Academy, teaching Quantum Computing, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence.

Daniel is from Colombia. He studied engineering physics at EAFIT University in Medellin City, before moving to Argentina, where he received his Ph.D. from the Science Faculty, School of Physics at the National University of La Plata

 Join me in welcoming Daniel Sierra-Sosa, whose dedication to interdisciplinary research and education is truly inspiring.