Returning to the University of Salamanca: Sharing My PhD Journey
Speaking at the University of SalamancaYesterday was a special day returning to my alma mater, the University of Salamanca to share my journey with current PhD students.
Speaking about my PhD experience and the career path that followed felt like coming full circle. It was inspiring to connect with brilliant doctoral candidates who are navigating their own research journeys.
My main message? Make the most of your PhD years - they’re not just about the research, but about developing the critical thinking, resilience, and problem-solving skills that will serve you throughout your career.
The energy and curiosity of the audience brought back memories of my own PhD days, which were truly an adventure. Getting to hang out with fellow PhD students and other speakers made the experience even more enriching.
A heartfelt thank you to Universidad de Salamanca, the Escuela de Doctorado and Alicia G. for the invitation and for creating such valuable spaces for knowledge sharing and mentorship.
Here’s to supporting the next generation of researchers! 🎓
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Originally shared on LinkedIn on June 7, 2025 - 115 reactions, 1 comment as of 11/12/2025
I research and develop AI-based systems to tackle complex problems in quantum computing and other relevant areas.
My work sits at the intersection of quantum computing, machine learning, and open source. I hold IBM Master Inventor status and have contributed to tools used by millions of developers worldwide.
I have a PhD in Computer Engineering from the University of Salamanca (2018), have authored 80+ publications, and received the 2019 SCIE-BBVA Award for best young researcher in Computer Science in Spain.