Timeline

A vertical view of research, teaching, and mentoring milestones.

This timeline follows the work that shaped my portfolio, from mentoring and teaching through to research output and publication.

May 2026 - Present

Pre-Doctoral Fellow

Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences · Berlin, Germany

Max Planck Institute

Apr 2026 - Present

Human-AI Research Advisor

Gabb Global · Los Angeles, CA, USA

Gabb Global platform

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

PyWeek Scientific Programming Workshop

Khazar University · Baku, Azerbaijan

PyWeek workshop poster

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

ACM CHI 2026 Main Conference Paper

Research publication

NeurodaptiXR research prototype

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

NeuroScreen - TEKNOFEST Winner

Startup/Tech Competition

NeuroScreen BCI system

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

Graduated: Master of Science - Computational Neuroscience

University of Oldenburg · Oldenburg, Germany

University of Oldenburg

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

NeurodaptiXR - MSc Thesis (CHI'26)

University of Oldenburg · Oldenburg, Germany

NeurodaptiXR system prototype

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

GenAI Image Enhancement with Physiological Feedback

Human-AI Research

GenAI research visualization

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

AMBI4NS - Multivariate TRF Research

Neuroscience Research

AMBI4NS research data

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

Coupleccino - Neuronal Modeling

Computational Neuroscience

Coupleccino neuron model

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

Start: MSc - Computational Neuroscience

University of Oldenburg · Oldenburg, Germany

University of Oldenburg

Summer 2023

Summer Internship - Donders Institute

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

Donders Institute research facility

Computational models and trajectory finding of mouse positions from cameras (Computer Vision)

June 2023

Graduated: BSc - Biology

Baku State University · Baku, Azerbaijan

BSU start

2022

BrainAssist - Neuroprosthesis BCI System

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

Startup Teacher & Mentor

New Space Innovation · Baku, Azerbaijan

New Space Innovation workspace

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

Summer Internship - Boğaziçi University

Boğaziçi University · Istanbul, Turkey

Boğaziçi University campus

Visiting student internship focused on neuroscience and technology research. Conducted laboratory work and participated in research projects at the university facilities.

2020-Ongoing

Founder, Mentor

Sapiens Tech · Baku, Azerbaijan

Sapiens Tech community

Mentored learners and contributed to technology education. Supported science and innovation community building through mentoring and teaching activities.

2020-2022

Tech Co-Founder

Azerbaijan Science & Innovation Volunteers

Science volunteers team

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

Start: BSc - Biology

Baku State University · Baku, Azerbaijan

BSU start

2016

BCI Motivation - Early Neuroscience Interest

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.