Ali Bilgin Arslan

Ali Bilgin Arslan has a diverse range of work experience in the field of data science, research, and academia. Ali Bilgin is the founder of Metric Marvels, a data science and architecture company focused on driving positive change in global development, environment, biology, and healthcare. Prior to that, they worked at KAYAK as a Lead Data Scientist, where they led a team in developing and applying algorithms for programmatic marketing. Ali Bilgin also held roles as a Senior Data Scientist and Data Scientist, responsible for managing marketing spend and optimizing marketing operations across various platforms.

Before their industry experience, Ali worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Brown University, where they focused on computational neuroscience and conducted research on primate visual systems. Ali Bilgin also pursued their Ph.D. in cognitive science at Brown University, specializing in biologically plausible models of the primate visual system. Ali Bilgin has extensive experience in research, including investigating visual categorization in humans and monkeys and modeling visual representations.

Additionally, Ali has worked as a Consulting Editor for the Turkish Journal of Neurology, where they reviewed and provided recommendations on manuscripts for scientific standards. Ali Bilgin also conducted research at Rhode Island Hospital, designing hardware and software for experimental presentations and combining bedside eye-tracking with invasive human electrophysiology.

Earlier in their career, Ali served as a Research Coordinator at NPISTANBUL Neuropsychiatric Hospital, where they coordinated research projects with clinical populations, particularly in the fields of psychiatry and neurology.

Overall, Ali Bilgin Arslan has a strong background in data science, research, and academia, with a focus on using their skills to make a positive impact.

Ali Bilgin Arslan has a strong educational background in the field of Cognitive Science. Ali Bilgin obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology from Istanbul Bilgi University in 2008. Ali Bilgin then pursued further education at Brown University, where they earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Cognitive Science in 2011. Ali Bilgin continued their studies at Brown University and completed their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Cognitive Science in 2015. Additionally, they obtained a certification in Reflective Teaching from the Sheridan Center for Teaching and Learning at Brown University in 2010.