Pre-Doctoral Fellow
Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences · Berlin, Germany

Timeline
This timeline follows the work that shaped my portfolio, from mentoring and teaching through to research output and publication.
May 2026 - Present
Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences · Berlin, Germany

Apr 2026 - Present
Gabb Global · Los Angeles, CA, USA

Designing adaptive signal architecture for Gabb's K-12 language learning platform in XR environments. Research focus: struggle detection, spatial memory, attention and cognitive load detection, neuroadaptive interaction.
May 2026
Khazar University · Baku, Azerbaijan

Led a comprehensive 3-day workshop on scientific programming with Python, covering NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, SciPy, and hands-on AI prototyping for 30+ students.
April, 2026
Research publication

Co-authored a main conference paper at ACM CHI 2026, extending NeurodaptiXR thesis work with focus on physiological sensing and neural intention detection for improved XR interaction.
Sep 2025
Startup/Tech Competition

Designed multimodal BCI system for paralyzed patients to control IoT devices and robotic hand via EEG and eye-tracking. Won first place at TEKNOFEST 2025 innovation competition.
Aug 2025
University of Oldenburg · Oldenburg, Germany

Graduate studies in Computational Neuroscience with focus on Machine Learning, XR, and Human-Computer Interaction. Grade: 1.6. Thesis: Neuroadaptive HCI – Neural Click Detection in Mixed Reality.
Nov 2024-Aug 2025
University of Oldenburg · Oldenburg, Germany

Designed and conducted user studies in Unity 3D environment. Developed deep learning classifiers for neural intention detection using eye-tracking and EEG signals to improve gaze-based XR interactions. Accepted to ACM CHI 2026.
Jan-May 2025
Human-AI Research

Developed GAN-generated images for human-in-the-loop experiments. Integrated physiological data (ERP and eye-tracking) with perceptual metrics and ERP-compatible event logging.
Jun-Oct 2024
Neuroscience Research

Developed and validated multivariate amplitude-binned envelope techniques for temporal response functions (TRF) with EEG data. Demonstrated improved neural response prediction accuracy.
May-Jun 2024
Computational Neuroscience

Modeled caffeine effects on gap-junction conductance in electrically coupled neurons using Hodgkin-Huxley equations. Published findings on effects on alertness and spike features.
Oct 2023
University of Oldenburg · Oldenburg, Germany

Summer 2023
Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour · Nijmegen, Netherlands

Computational models and trajectory finding of mouse positions from cameras (Computer Vision)
June 2023
Baku State University · Baku, Azerbaijan

2022
Neuroscience Research
Developed BCI system evaluating physiological signals for neuroprosthesis robot hand control and multimodal health monitoring prototype. Foundation for later NeuroScreen and neuroadaptive XR research.
Mar 2022 - Mar 2024
New Space Innovation · Baku, Azerbaijan

Mentored startup teams on product ideation, UI/UX design, biomimicry, and MVP development. Taught full-stack development and guided teams through product development lifecycle.
Aug-Oct 2022
Boğaziçi University · Istanbul, Turkey

Visiting student internship focused on neuroscience and technology research. Conducted laboratory work and participated in research projects at the university facilities.
2020-Ongoing
Sapiens Tech · Baku, Azerbaijan

Mentored learners and contributed to technology education. Supported science and innovation community building through mentoring and teaching activities.
2020-2022
Azerbaijan Science & Innovation Volunteers

Co-founded non-profit organization focused on science endorsement in Azerbaijan. Organized sessions, workshops, and built sustainable volunteer community with focus on STEM education.
Oct 2019
Baku State University · Baku, Azerbaijan

2016
Personal Research
Early interest and exploration in Brain-Computer Interfaces and neuroscience, laying the foundation for later research in computational neuroscience, neural signal processing, and neuroadaptive systems.