About Me

I am Abdollah Zakeri, currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Computer Science at the University of Houston, where I specialize in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Computer Vision. My academic journey began in Iran at the University of Birjand and continued at Shahrood University of Technology, laying a strong foundation for my research. My passion for technology has led me to work on innovative projects, from biometric authentication to AI-driven healthcare solutions. I have developed multi-modal classification systems, advanced object detection models, and conducted pioneering research in pediatric COVID-19 severity detection using Chest X-Ray imaging. As a teacher, I have shared my knowledge in Advanced Programming, Data Structures, and AI, nurturing the next generation of tech enthusiasts. My work has been recognized in various publications, and I am constantly seeking new opportunities to innovate and contribute to the field of AI and Computer Vision.

What I'm Doing

Artificial Intelligence

Developing cutting-edge AI solutions for complex problems in various domains.

Deep Learning

Creating advanced deep learning models for predictive analytics and data processing.

Computer Vision

Implementing computer vision techniques for image and video analysis.

Multi-Modal Models

Implementing and applying multi-modal solutions to complex problems.

Background

Education

University of Houston
Ph.D. in Computer Science (current)

Pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Computer Vision.

Shahrood University of Technology, Iran
Master of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

Completed Master's degree with a focus on AI and Robotics, contributing to foundational knowledge in my field.

University of Birjand, Iran
Bachelor of Software Engineering

Earned a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, laying the groundwork for my future academic and professional endeavors.

Experience

Teaching Assistant
Dates of Experience

Served as a Teaching Assistant for Advanced Programming, Data Structures, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, and Artificial Neural Networks.

Skills

Programming Languages

Python90%
Python
C++85%
C++
SQL80%
SQL
JavaScript75%
JavaScript
Matlab75%
Matlab

AI Concepts

Machine Learning90%
Machine Learning
Deep Learning85%
Deep Learning
Computer Vision80%
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Multi-modal Learning75%
Multi-modal Learning
Data Science75%
Data Science

AI frameworks & Libraries

TensorFlow80%
TensorFlow
Keras75%
Keras
PyTorch70%
PyTorch
OpenCV65%
OpenCV
Lightning65%
Lightning
Hugging Face Transformers65%
Hugging Face Transformers
Pandas & Numpy65%
Pandas & Numpy

Misc.

Git80%
Git
Docker75%
Docker
Shell Script70%
Shell Script
Cluster Computing65%
Cluster Computing

Portfolio

Summer 2023 - Present

Learning Disability Risk Assessment

Multi-modal classification of LD based on handwritten essays and transcripts using cluster computing and multi-GPU training.

Spring 2023 - Present

Mushroom Localization and Detection

Image acquisition, labeling, and training of object detection models for automatic harvesting at Monterey mushroom farm.

Fall 2022 - Spring 2022

COVID Severity Detection in Pediatrics

Classifying COVID-19 severity in pediatric patients using Chest X-Ray images and clinical data, developed with Texas Children’s Hospital.

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WhisperNet: Lip-Based Authentication

Developing a deep Siamese network for lip-based person re-identification, enhancing biometric security systems.

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Smart Quality Assessment for Tires

Implemented an X-ray video-based CNN classifier for tire defect identification, significantly improving quality assessment accuracy.

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Jujube Classification System

Developed a highly accurate (98.2%) classification system for Jujube pricing using Matlab and Python, leveraging image processing techniques.

Publications

Published

WhisperNet: Deep Siamese Network For Emotion and Speech Tempo Invariant Visual-Only Lip-Based Biometric
A Zakeri, H Hassanpour

2021 7th International Conference on Signal Processing and Intelligent Systems (ICSPIS)

Classification of jujube fruit based on several pricing factors using machine learning methods
A Zakeri, R Hedayati, M Khedmati, M Taghipour-Gorjikolaie

arXiv preprint arXiv:2111.00112

Under Review

WhisperNetV2: SlowFast Siamese Network For Lip-Based Biometrics
A Zakeri, H Hassanpour

IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence

Big data meets the science of reading: Learning disabilities risk prediction using sub-word-, word-, and text-level features of written language
Y Ahmed, A Zakeri, C Cheek, E Grigorenko

Society for the Scientific Study of Reading (SSSR) 2024

M18k: Mushroom Instance Segmentation Dataset For Smart Agriculture Purposes
A Zakeri, F Merchant, D Benhaddou, W Zhu, V Balan

Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

Portfolio

July 2021

Deep Learning Specialization certificate

offered by Deeplearning.ai

July 2021

Generative Adverserial Networks (GANs) Specialization certificate

offered by Deeplearning.ai

August 2021

Tensorflow Developer certificate

offered by Deeplearning.ai

August 2021

Tensorflow, Advanced Techniques Specialization certificate

offered by Deeplearning.ai