Guido P. David, PhD, is a mathematician, data scientist, and science communicator whose work bridges advanced analytics, mathematical modeling, and public policy. A professor at the University of the Philippines and former director of the Computational Science Research Center, he has led and contributed to interdisciplinary research in biomechanics, finance, epidemiology, and artificial intelligence.

Dr. David is a Fellow of OCTA Research and a National Academy of Science and Technology Outstanding Young Scientist. Beyond academia, he is a familiar voice in public broadcasting—translating complex data into practical insights that guide communities and conversations.

In his column, DaiTA Speaks, Dr. David explores the language of numbers and the signals beneath the noise. He decodes how data moves through society—from policy forecasts to predictive models, misinformation to AI. With sharp analysis and public sensibility, he brings data to life—clear, credible, and always grounded in science.