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Syed Omar Faruk (Towaha) is a highly experienced professional in the fields of data science, software development, and project management, currently serving as a Project Manager Technical Lead at the Centre for Analytics, Informatics and Research (CAIR) and a Researcher at the Canadian Space Agency. With a background in advanced data analysis, high-performance computing, and quantum computing, Syed Omar has demonstrated expertise in leading research teams, optimizing workflows, and developing innovative solutions across multiple organizations, including Meta and the University of Essex. An educator at heart, Syed Omar also contributes as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at Memorial University, guiding students through academic pursuits while maintaining a strong commitment to research and technical excellence. Syed Omar's educational credentials include a PhD in Computer Science and extensive training in quantum computing and data science from prestigious institutions such as the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge.