Summary
Elnur Gasanov is a PhD candidate at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology with eight years of experience focused on machine learning and optimization, aiming to make optimization methods more versatile and powerful for science and industry. He holds an MS in Computer Science from KAUST and a BS in Applied Mathematics and Physics from MIPT, blending rigorous mathematical foundations with applied ML research. Based in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, his work sits at the intersection of theoretical optimization and practical algorithm design, often targeting real-world applicability. Notably, his trajectory reflects steady academic progression from a strong quantitative undergraduate background to advanced research training, signaling both deep technical depth and commitment to impactful tools.
8 years of coding experience
Bachelor of Science - BS, Applied Mathematics and Physics, 8.66 / 10, Bachelor of Science - BS, Applied Mathematics and Physics, 8.66 / 10 at Московский Физико-Технический Институт (Государственный Университет) (МФТИ)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Machine Learning and Optimization, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Machine Learning and Optimization at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Russian, English