Aytaç Kanaci, PhD
About Aytaç Kanaci, PhD
Aytaç Kanaci, PhD, is a Computer Vision Research Engineer with extensive experience in AI for Autonomous Driving. He has a strong academic background in Color Science, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning, having earned degrees from multiple institutions including Queen Mary University of London and Gjøvik University College.
Current Role at iProov
Aytaç Kanaci serves as a Computer Vision Research Engineer at iProov since 2023. In this role, he applies his expertise in computer vision to contribute to the development of advanced technologies. His current position is based in London, England, where he focuses on enhancing the capabilities of iProov's products.
Previous Experience in AI and Computer Vision
Prior to joining iProov, Aytaç Kanaci worked as a Research Fellow at the Visual Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at Oxford Brookes University from 2021 to 2022. His research focused on AI applications for autonomous driving. He also contributed to computer vision research as a Research Assistant at Università degli Studi di Genova and University College London.
Education and Expertise in Computer Science
Aytaç Kanaci holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Vision and Machine Learning from Queen Mary University of London, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Color Science and Computer Vision from Gjøvik University College and an Erasmus Mundus Master CIMET in Color in Informatics and Media Technology, both completed between 2011 and 2013.
Background in Software Development
Aytaç Kanaci has a background in software development, having worked as a Software Developer at Koç University from 2014 to 2015. His experience includes gaining practical skills in programming and software engineering, which complement his research activities in computer vision and machine learning.
Internship and Early Career Experience
In 2013, Aytaç Kanaci completed a Master Thesis Internship at Inria, where he gained valuable experience in research methodologies and project development. Earlier in his career, he served as a Student Assistant at Istanbul Bilgi University from 2008 to 2009, which provided foundational experience in the academic environment.