Aziz M. Ulug
About Aziz M. Ulug
Aziz M. Ulug is a Principal Scientist at Cortechs.ai, specializing in Digital Image Processing and Medical Devices. He holds a PhD in Physics from Washington University in St. Louis and has extensive experience in academia and research.
Work at Cortechs.ai
Aziz M. Ulug has been serving as Principal Scientist at Cortechs.ai since 2022. In this role, he focuses on advancing digital image processing techniques that are essential for medical imaging technologies. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Imaging Scientist at the same company from 2016 to 2022, contributing to the development of innovative imaging solutions.
Education and Expertise
Aziz M. Ulug holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics from Washington University in St. Louis, where he also earned a Master’s Degree in the same field. His undergraduate studies were completed at Boğaziçi University, where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and Physics. His academic background supports his expertise in digital image processing and mathematical modeling.
Background
Before joining Cortechs.ai, Aziz M. Ulug held several academic positions. He was an Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College from 1997 to 2003 and later became an Associate Professor there from 2003 to 2008. He also served as Director of the MRI core at the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research from 2008 to 2015, where he focused on enhancing medical device technologies.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Aziz M. Ulug has developed a significant background in medical devices and healthcare technology integration. His work in digital image processing and mathematical modeling has contributed to advancements in medical imaging, which are critical for improving healthcare outcomes.