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Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland

In this position I am researching cutting-edge technologies for machine learning and artificial intelligence using insights from neuroscience to increase their efficiency. The research encompasses novel network architecture, learning algorithms and large-scale applications.

Zürich Area, Switzerland

As a predoctoral researcher at IBM Research Center Zurich I work at the interface between theory and hardware implementation for neural networks. In particular, the question how neuromorphic hardware can be utilized to circumvent the increasing demand for high performance computing resources when training neural networks is addressed.

Teaching assistant for "Computer- and Communication Networks"

Graz

Teaching assistant for "Signalprocessing" and "Computer- and Communication Networks"

Teaching Assistant for Computermathematics

Master Of Science - Ms, Computer Engineering, Pass With Distinction

Activities and Societies: Artificial Intelligence and machine learning Security of mobile devices Security in the cloud Spiking neural.

Master Of Science - Ms, Physics, Pass With Distinction

Activities and Societies: Quantum information theory Advanced solid-state physics Semiconductor physics Theory of magnetism and collective.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Physics, Pass With Distinction

Enrolled in a second parallel bachelor program out of personal interest. The bachelor focusses on mechanics, electronics, mathematics.

Electrical Engineering / Physics

Worked in a laboratory during a summer exchange program doing research on graphene and it's sensor applications. Graphene growing.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Information And Computer Engineering, Pass With Distinction

During the three years Bachelor's program an excellent knowledge in various subjects such as information technology, computational.

Automation Engineer Technology/Technician, Pass With Distinction

Over five years a broad and also detailed education mathematics, physics, mechanics, automation, economics and law, process data.