Dr. Siegelmann (Ph.D. in Computer Science at Rutgers University) is a program manager at the MTO of DARPA, developing programs to advance the fields of Neural Networks and Machine Learning. Her research into neural processes has led to theoretical modeling and original algorithms capable of superior computation, and to more realistic, human-like intelligent systems. Dr. Siegelmann acts as a consultant internationally with industry and education. She remains very active in supporting young researchers and encouraging minorities and women to enter and advance in STEM.