Joined as a researcher in ML for computer graphics.
Teamed up with two other engineers to spin off EnanoAI, a startup around a new AI chip architecture.
Co-authored a published paper on a chip design that runs compressed neural networks without decompressing them first.
2018 — 2019Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh Napier UniversityResearch Associate · Marie Curie Fellow
Developed novel deep learning algorithms for real-time context-aware rendering in 3D AR applications and games.
Co-author of Deep Precomputed Radiance Transfer for Deformable Objects and Multi-reality games: an experience across the entire reality-virtuality continuum.
Developed deep learning approaches for style transfer, motion synthesis, and motion retrieval of 3D computer animations.
2015 — 2016Berlin, Germany
Berlin Institute of TechnologyResearch Intern
Built a Blender Python API interface for real-time visualization of complex discrete 3D geometry and topologies, used for research purposes.
2011 — 2012Cologne, Germany
German Aerospace Center (DLR)Research Intern
REXUS/BEXUS Rocket and Balloon Experiments. Prepared a zero-gravity experiment for a parabolic flight simulating extra-planetary particle collisions and cohesion.
2012 — 2019International
FreelanceProfessional Parkour and Freerunning AthleteOne of the first professional Parkour athletes worldwide.
Performed in 20+ countries for Ford, Audi, Smart, Nike, Adidas, Reebok, and others. Acted in music videos, commercials, and films.
Coached classes and workshops.
Education
2014 — 2017
MSc, Scientific ComputingBerlin Institute of Technology · Applied mathematics, computer simulations, geometry
2008 — 2013
BSc, Engineering PhysicsBerlin Institute of Technology · Fluid and thermodynamics
Awards and honors
2020
Creative Destruction LabCanadian accelerator focused on commercializing science for the betterment of humankind.
2020
Berlin Startup Scholarship
2018
Marie Sklodowska-Curie FellowshipOne of Europe's most competitive research and innovation fellowships.