Mark Francis Rogers

Experience

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  Hungarian Academy of Sciences

  Dec 2016 - Dec 2018

  Research Assistant

  Conducted research in Professor Kóczy Á. László's group, focusing on game-theoretical modeling of power distribution shifts in the European Union under scenarios where one or more member states exit. This work provided critical insights into the strategic and political implications of EU member departures. Co-authored two publications based on this research, contributing to the academic discourse on coalition stability and voting power in supranational institutions.Presented findings at prestigious international conferences, including the APET Conference at the Sorbonne, Paris, and the OR Conference in Berlin in 2017. Show less

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  Semmelweis University

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2019

  Research Assistant

  Designed and implemented a Boolean network simulator in C++ to investigate learning mechanisms within the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) network as part of Professor Peter Csermely's group. Collaborated with Professor Reka Albert from Penn State University, leveraging interdisciplinary expertise to model and analyze the complex dynamics of EMT.The project’s groundbreaking findings were prominently featured on the cover of the April 2020 issue of Trends in Biochemical Sciences, highlighting its significance in advancing understanding of cellular plasticity and network biology. Show less

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  UniCredit

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

  Summer Intern

  Collaborated as part of a six-member team to address the challenge of attracting young talent to UniCredit.Employed both qualitative and quantitative research methods to analyze current recruitment strategies, identify gaps, and propose innovative solutions tailored to engaging a younger demographic. Successfully concluded the project by presenting comprehensive findings and actionable recommendations directly to the CEO of UniCredit Group, contributing to strategic decision-making at the highest level. Show less

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  IQOQI Vienna - Austrian Academy of Sciences

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2019

  Research Assistant

  Contributed to groundbreaking research on the fundamental nature of Wigner's Friend scenarios, uncovering novel connections between quantum and classical cases and providing insights into the underlying physical phenomena.Conducted advanced analytical and computational work in quantum thermodynamics, quantum machine learning, and automata languages, contributing to the group's diverse research portfolio.Collaborated with members of the Zeilinger Group—winners of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics—providing theoretical and mathematical expertise to address complex mathematical problems, further strengthening cross-disciplinary ties and advancing quantum theory. Show less

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  AI.Automatica

  Nov 2018 - Oct 2019

  Co-Founder

  Co-founded an Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Start-up.Won a startup accelerator programme (4 ideas 4 entrepreneurs).Pitched at the Lisbon Websummit in 2019. Raised seed capital of $40k. Sold shares to full-time working co-founders.

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  Institute of Science and Technology Austria

  Oct 2019 - May 2020

  Scientific Intern

  Investigated collective behaviour of the beta cells in the pancreas, theoretical biophysics under the supervision of Gasper Tkacik. In collaboration with the Medical University of Vienna.Partook in the development of a pipeline software for extracting beta cell activity in python.Applied a range of models to experimental data in Matlab, including K-nearest-neighbour and the Tree-HMM (Prentice et al 2018).Completed graduate courses in mathematics (Computational Geometry and Topology) biology (Biology Track Core Course, Advanced Methods in Molecular Biology) and computer science (Scientific Computing Track Core Course, Advanced Methods in Data Analysis). Grad school GPA: 2.0 (Austrian) Show less

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  Research Industrial Systems Engineering (RISE)

  Mar 2020 - Sept 2022

  Software Engineer and Research Scientist

  Project 1: Utilised artificial intelligence and physical principles for improving vehicle recognition software from sound (Python). Project 2: Contributed to the cryptography (statistical design and implementation) of the electronic patient record (ePA) in Germany, one of the largest IT projects in Europe (C++).Project 3: Designing and implementing post-quantum cryptography algorithms in collaboration with the University of Lund.

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  University of Cambridge

  Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

  Research Assistant

  Conducted advanced research under the supervision of Prof. Nilanjana Datta, focusing on quantum information theory. Developed and formalized the concept of conjugate degradability in quantum channels, a novel property that bridges insights into channel degradability and conjugate symmetry. Successfully calculated the positive quantum capacity for these channels, demonstrating their practical applications in enhancing the efficiency of universal quantum cloning machines and designing an accelerating receiver for quantum communication networks.This work contributes to foundational advancements in understanding the dynamics and potential of quantum channel behavior in cutting-edge quantum technologies. Show less

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  Raiffeisen Bank International AG

  Aug 2023 - now

  Full Stack Engineer

  Developed and maintained core banking infrastructure using C++ (70%) and Java (30%), ensuring system reliability and performance.Led testing efforts for core banking Software Quality Assurance (SQA), designing and executing test plans for core banking systems.Collaborated with teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions in a high-stakes financial environment.