Byron Galbraith is the Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of Talla, where he has worked on translating advancements in machine learning and natural language processing to build cutting edge knowledge automation solutions. Byron has a PhD in Cognitive and Neural Systems from Boston University and an MS in Bioinformatics from Marquette University. His research expertise includes natural language processing, reinforcement learning, brain-computer interfaces, neuromorphic robotics, spiking neural networks, and high-performance computing. Byron has held several software engineering roles including back-end system engineer, full stack web developer, office automation consultant, and game engine developer at companies ranging in size from a two-person startup to a multinational enterprise.