Koray Ozcan
About Koray Ozcan
Koray Ozcan is a Research Scientist II at Latent AI, Inc. in Princeton, NJ, specializing in camera-based intelligent traffic operations and driver behavior analysis, with a strong academic background and multiple conference presentations.
Work at Latent AI, Inc.
Koray Ozcan has been employed as a Research Scientist II at Latent AI, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he focuses on advancing research in intelligent traffic operations and driver behavior analysis. His work contributes to the development of innovative solutions in the field of computer vision and artificial intelligence. Ozcan's tenure at Latent AI spans four years, during which he has delivered numerous conference presentations, showcasing his expertise and findings to the academic and professional community.
Education and Expertise
Koray Ozcan holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Syracuse University, where he studied from 2011 to 2017. He also completed a Post-Doctoral fellowship at Iowa State University, focusing on Computer Vision Applications from 2017 to 2020. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Bilkent University, obtained from 2007 to 2011, and a high school diploma from Ankara Ataturk Anatolian High School. His expertise lies in camera-based intelligent traffic operations and driver behavior analysis.
Background
Koray Ozcan began his academic journey at Ankara Ataturk Anatolian High School, where he studied Physical Sciences. He then pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Bilkent University. Following his undergraduate studies, he earned a Ph.D. from Syracuse University. After completing his doctoral studies, he worked as a Post-Doctoral researcher at Iowa State University before joining Latent AI. His research has consistently focused on the intersection of computer vision and intelligent transportation systems.
Research Contributions
Koray Ozcan has made significant contributions to the field of computer vision and intelligent traffic systems. He has authored a book chapter and contributed to five refereed journals, reflecting his active engagement in research and dissemination of knowledge. His Ph.D. dissertation involved the development of computer vision algorithms tailored for mobile camera applications, which underscores his innovative approach to solving real-world problems in traffic operations.
Grants and Funding
As a Co-Principal Investigator, Koray Ozcan has played a role in securing a grant worth $1.3 million. This funding supports research initiatives that align with his expertise in intelligent traffic operations and computer vision. His involvement in grant-funded projects demonstrates his capability to contribute to significant research efforts and collaborate with other professionals in the field.