About
Melvin is a Computer Science MSc student at McMaster University, having previously earned his BSc in Computer Engineering. His academic path is a vibrant blend of research in fields such as machine learning, natural language processing, data mining, swarm intelligence, the Internet of Things, software engineering, and bioinformatics. His work has taken him across the globe, resulting in several publications. He also dedicates part of his free time to peer-reviewing articles for top-tier conferences and journals.
In addition to his research, he's been entrusted with teaching assistantships since the beginning of his studies. His contributions to numerous courses and labs reflect his strong academic standing and his position among the top students.
Outside academia, Melvin enjoys meditation, swimming, and bachata dancing. He's also really into traveling, taking pictures, and reading mystery books.
Education
Sep. 2024 - Present
McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaMaster of Science In Computer Science
GPA: N/A
Sep. 2019 - Feb. 2024
Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, IranBachelor of Science In Computer Engineering
GPA: 17.18/20 | 3.55/4
Sep. 2016 - Jun. 2019
Nilforooshzadeh High School, Isfahan, IranHigh School Diploma in Mathematics
GPA: 19.02/20 | 4/4
Experience
Sep. 2024 - Present
McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaTeaching Assistant
- Data Driven Algorithms for Sequential Decision Making - Winter 2025 - Prof. Sivan Sabato
- Modern Software Technology for eHealth - Fall 2024 - Prof. Vincent J. Maccio
Jun. 2024 - Present
Springer Nature, New York, United StatesPeer Reviewer
Apr. 2024 - Present
IEEE, Piscataway, New Jersey, United StatesPeer Reviewer
- ICSME 2024 (1x)
Mar. 2024 - Present
Elsevier Incorporation, New York, United StatesPeer Reviewer
Jan. 2023 - Sep. 2024
Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, IranJan. 2022 & Jul. 2023 - Aug. 2023
Hochschule Fulda, Fulda, Hesse, GermanyVisiting Research Student
- Directed by Prof. Karim Khakzar
Sep. 2022 - Jan. 2023
Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario, CanadaResearch Assistant
- Collaborated with Dr. Farinaz Alamiyan, supervised by Prof. Pouria Ramazi
Sep. 2020 - Jan. 2024
Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, IranTeaching Assistant
- Artificial Intelligence - Fall 2023 - Prof. Maziar Palhang
- Compiler Design - Spring 2023 - Prof. Hossein Falsafain
- Information Technology Fundamentals - Spring 2023 - Prof. Alireza Basiri
- Operating Systems - Fall 2022 - Prof. Mohammad Reza Heidarpour
- Database Systems - Fall 2022 - Prof. Alireza Basiri
- Data Structures - Fall 2022 - Prof. Abdolreza Mirzaei
- Microprocessors - Fall 2022 - Prof. Farzaneh Shayegh
- Computer Networks - Spring 2022 - Prof. Naghmeh Sadat Moayedian
- Computer Architecture and Organization - Spring 2022 - Prof. Amir Khorsandi
- Digital System Design - Fall 2021 - Prof. Nader Karimi
- Advanced Programming & Lab - Spring 2021 - Prof. Maryam Mouzarani
- Fundamentals of Computer Programming & Lab - Fall 2020 - Prof. Sayed Jalal Zahabi