Hooman
Tavakolizadeh
PhD Candidate in Physical Analytical Chemistry
Machine Learning | Raman Spectroscopy | Instrumentation
The Chemist Side of Me
During my PhD journey in Prof. Edward Grant’s research group, I’ve explored a range of advanced analytical techniques and continue to grow in the intersection of physical chemistry, optics, and data science.
Raman Spectroscopy
Developement
Extracting molecular fingerprints using inelastic light scattering. Experienced in dual-laser systems, background correction, and spectral preprocessing.
iSCAT
Microscopy
Label-free detection of nanoscale objects with interferometric contrast. Developing custom optical setups for dynamic particle tracking.
Machine Learning
Predicting material properties from spectroscopic data using XGBoost, PLS, and PCA. Skilled in model tuning, feature selection, and preprocessing pipelines.
Hooman
​I’m Hooman, a PhD candidate in Physical Analytical Chemistry at the University of British Columbia. My work explores the intersection of spectroscopy, machine learning, and instrumentation design—developing new ways to study the structure and behavior of materials through light and data. Originally from Iran, I’ve lived and studied in Armenia and now call Vancouver home. This website is a window into my scientific journey, side projects, and thoughts on research beyond the academic frame.