Juan Bernabé-Moreno is a computer scientist and technology executive. As a director of IBM Research[1] Europe for the United Kingdom and Ireland, he leads industrial and academic research initiatives in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, hybrid cloud technologies, and sustainability science.[2]

Juan Bernabé-Moreno
Bernabé-Moreno in 2026
Alma materUniversity of Granada
Occupations
EmployerIBM Research
Known for

Biography

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Bernabé-Moreno graduated from the University of Granada with both a Master’s degree and a Ph.D..[3] His academic training focused on data science, artificial intelligence, and information systems.[1]

Career

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Bernabé-Moreno began working in data analytics and AI research, later taking leadership roles within the telecommunications industry. He held senior positions at Telefónica Digital and Telefónica Germany, where he led advanced analytics and data science teams focused on large-scale consumer and network data.[3] He subsequently served as chief data officer and Global Head of Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at E.ON, an international energy company. In this role, he led enterprise-wide AI strategy and applied advanced analytics to support the energy transition, grid optimization, and sustainability initiatives.[4] Bernabé-Moreno later joined IBM, where he became Director of IBM Research Europe for the UK and Ireland. He oversees research teams working on artificial intelligence, quantum computing, hybrid cloud platforms, climate change mitigation, and sustainability.[5]

Bernabé-Moreno’s research interests include artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, quantum computing, and applied optimization. He has contributed to research that connects theoretical advances with real-world industrial applications, particularly in large-scale data systems and decision intelligence.[6] He has authored numerous peer-reviewed research papers, holds multiple patents related to data analytics and AI technologies,[7] and has presented at international conferences.[8][9]

References

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  1. 1 2 "Juan Bernabe Moreno". IBM Research. 9 February 2021. Retrieved 21 February 2026.
  2. "Juan Bernabé-Moreno". IOT World Today. Archived from the original on 9 November 2024. Retrieved 25 January 2026.
  3. 1 2 "Dr. Juan Bernabe Moreno". AI & Big Data Expo Global - Conference & Exhibition. Retrieved 21 February 2026.
  4. "Juan Bernabe-Moreno". European Big Data Value Forum. Retrieved 25 January 2026.
  5. Kitson, Niall (15 December 2023). "IBM director of research Dr Juan Bernabé Moreno introduces the AI Alliance". TechCentral.ie. Retrieved 25 January 2026.
  6. "DIGITALE WELT Magazin" (in German). Retrieved 25 January 2026.
  7. "Juan Bernabé Moreno, Chief Data Officer and Global Head of Analytics and AI, E.ON Digital Technology GmbH has agreed to speak on Panel 3 "Future End-Users for Quantum Computers in Utilities" at IQT San Diego May 10-12". Inside Quantum Technology. 14 March 2022. Retrieved 25 January 2026.
  8. "Juan Bernabé-Moreno". scholar.google.com. Retrieved 25 January 2026.
  9. Bernabe-Moreno, Dr Juan (4 March 2025). "Why widespread enterprise AI adoption depends on open-source". Tech Monitor. Retrieved 25 January 2026.