He holds joint appointment at the Institute for Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine (iRSM) where he is a Research Scientist. He obtained his MSc and PhD (Engineering Physics and Mathematics) from Aalto University, Finland, in 2010. Daniel's research interests are in computer modelling of head and neck functions including speech acoustics, articulation, hearing, swallowing, and chewing. In addition, he is interested in developing new design and simulation techniques to support reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation after head and neck cancer.