Professional Summary
PhD student in Artificial Intelligence with a previous PhD in Mathematics (Harmonic Analysis).
My research and coursework focus on large-scale data analysis, machine learning, algorithmic reasoning,
geometric computation, and intersections between mathematics and computer science.
I work with graph algorithms, signal sampling approaches, shape analysis methods, reinforcement learning
techniques, and computational geometry.
Education
- Ph.D. in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), University of Utah — Expected 2029
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Azerbaijan Shahid Madani University — 2019
- M.Sc. in Mathematics, Azerbaijan Shahid Madani University — 2011
- B.Sc. in Mathematics, Azad University of Tabriz — 2009
Graduate Coursework
- High-Dimensional Data Analysis
- Data Mining
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
Technical Skills
- Programming: Python, Object-Oriented Programming, numerical and scientific computing
- Data & Algorithmic Skills:
High-dimensional data handling, signal sampling methods, noise reduction,
graph algorithms (PageRank, Dijkstra), search methods, optimization techniques
- Machine Learning & AI:
supervised/unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning (policy methods, search strategies),
classification, feature extraction, model evaluation
- Computational Geometry & Shape Analysis:
geometric reasoning, 2D object classification, star-shaped and non-star-shaped structural analysis
(including new research submission)
- Mathematics: harmonic analysis, linear algebra, probability, differential equations,
complex analysis, discrete structures
- Tools: NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, Rhino-Grasshopper (rhinoscriptsyntax)
Research & Projects
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Computational Geometry (Submitted Paper):
Developed an interdisciplinary method for analyzing star-shaped and non-star-shaped objects in 2D space.
The work bridges mathematical structure with computer science applications such as shape recognition,
boundary representation, and geometric decision-making.
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Geometric Origami Modeling:
Used Python + Rhino-Grasshopper to study curved origami behavior with mathematical and algorithmic insights.
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Discrete Curve Geometry:
Investigated curvature, torsion, and shape properties of sampled curves for use in graphics and CAD.
Professional Experience
Python Instructor, Private Institutes (2020–Present)
- Taught Python with focus on data workflows, algorithm design, and machine learning fundamentals.
Mathematics Lecturer, Azerbaijan Shahid Madani University (2010–2018)
- Taught Linear Algebra, Calculus, Analysis, Differential Equations, Complex Functions, Discrete Mathematics.
- Guided students in mathematical thinking applied to algorithms and computational tasks.
Mathematics Teacher, Various Colleges (2009–2024)
- Taught advanced mathematics emphasizing quantitative reasoning and rigorous problem-solving.
Publications
Journal for Geometry and Graphics, 28(2):199–212, 2025
Authors: A. Safary, H. Shafieasl, J. Mitani
Journal for Geometry and Graphics, 28(1):089–101, 2024
Authors: A. Safary, H. Shafieasl, J. Mitani
Filomat, 34(5):1701–1712, 2020
Authors: H. Pourmahmood-Aghababa, M.H. Sattari, H. Shafieasl
International Mathematical Forum, 15(8):377–381, 2020
Author: H. Shafieasl
Sahand Communications in Mathematical Analysis, 5(1):49–59, 2017
Authors: H. Shafieasl, M.H. Sattari
Journal of Hyperstructures, 6(1), 2017
Authors: M.H. Sattari, H. Shafieasl
Awards & Honors
- Ranked 1st in Cumulative GPA (B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics).
Research Interests
- High-Dimensional Data and Large-Scale Computation
- Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning
- Computational Geometry and Shape Analysis
- Graph Algorithms and Spectral Methods
- Mathematics–Machine Learning Interfaces