Sergio Davies

Dr. Sergio Davies serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computing and Mathematics at Manchester Metropolitan University, leveraging extensive experience from both academic research and industry leadership. His career spans the University of Manchester's SpiNNaker project, the European Human Brain Project, and strategic roles in hardware/software development before returning to academia in 2019.

His educational foundation includes an MSc-equivalent in Telecommunication Engineering from the University "Federico II" in Naples and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Manchester (2012).

• MSc-equivalent: Telecommunication Engineering, University "Federico II", Naples
• Ph.D.: Computer Science, University of Manchester (2012)

Davies specializes in spiking neural networks and neuromorphic computing, with pioneering work on the SpiNNaker architecture. His current research focuses on applying these technologies to computer network security and robotics, developing event-driven systems for real-time applications like gesture recognition and intrusion detection. This work bridges theoretical neuroscience with practical engineering challenges, emphasizing low-power, real-time operation.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2012-2025) reveals a clear evolution from foundational SpiNNaker development toward applied security and robotics. Recent work integrates event-based vision with neuromorphic hardware for multi-object tracking and gesture recognition, while maintaining core contributions to learning algorithms like STDP. The consistent thread is practical implementation on neuromorphic platforms for security-critical applications.

Professional recognition includes:

• Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET)
• Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (MIEEE)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

His industry experience as an IT consultant at KPMG and subsequent leadership of hardware/software teams informs his applied research approach. Though specific student advisees aren't listed, his work involves mentoring through the SpiNNaker ecosystem and Human Brain Project collaborations. Current projects focus on neuromorphic security solutions developed through university-industry partnerships.

Davies operates within Manchester Metropolitan University's neuromorphic computing research group, maintaining active ties to the original SpiNNaker team at Manchester and the Human Brain Project consortium. His lab focuses on translating theoretical neural models into deployable security and robotics systems using SpiNNaker hardware.