Ashkan Rezaei
About Ashkan Rezaei
Ashkan Rezaei is a Senior R&D Engineer at CCC Intelligent Solutions in Chicago, Illinois, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Chicago and has extensive experience in machine learning and AI ethics.
Work at CCC Intelligent Solutions
Ashkan Rezaei has been employed at CCC Intelligent Solutions as a Senior R&D Engineer since 2022. In this role, he is based in Chicago, Illinois, where he contributes to the company's research and development initiatives. His expertise in machine learning and AI applications supports the organization's goals in the insurance sector, particularly in areas such as car damage detection.
Education and Expertise
Ashkan Rezaei earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Chicago, completing his studies from 2015 to 2022. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Software and Information Engineering from Technische Universität Wien, which he completed from 2010 to 2015. His academic background includes a strong focus on various machine learning paradigms, such as Transformers, CNN, RNN, and GAN, among others.
Background
Prior to his current position, Ashkan Rezaei held several roles in academia and industry. He worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Chicago from 2015 to 2022. He also completed internships at Microsoft and Research Studios Austria Forschungsgesellschaft mbH, gaining valuable experience in research and software engineering.
Research Contributions
Ashkan Rezaei has conducted research focused on fair classification under distributionally robust learning, contributing to the field of AI ethics and fairness. His work emphasizes the importance of developing machine learning models that are not only effective but also equitable in their applications.
Professional Values and Goals
Ashkan Rezaei values collaboration, innovation, and social impact in his professional endeavors. He aims to develop large language model solutions that enhance critical thinking and facilitate efficient information navigation, translating his technical knowledge into actionable business objectives.