Amin Alam
R&D Engineer
At Syntropic, he combines his background in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering with over six years of expertise in software engineering, AI, hardware design, and cyber security to lead the company’s software/hardware/data systems development. Amin has researched the effects of 40Hz flickering light on both healthy individuals and Alzheimer’s Disease patients in the past, using EEG, fMRI and signal processing techniques. He is responsible for designing, implementing, and deploying a cohesive hardware, software, data, and AI infrastructure for Syntropic. Amin enjoys diving into new technologies and tackling complex challenges.
“I’ve always loved building things—software, hardware, AI models, anything. When I see a system, I can’t help but take it apart to see how it works.”
Amin Alam grew up in Iran during a dynamic and challenging era, with a deep fascination for computers that started in his childhood. Despite his early love for technology, he chose to explore both electrical engineering and computer science academically. “As an electrical engineer, I learned to see the world as interconnected systems. This perspective helped me break down complex problems into manageable parts and find solutions efficiently. Applying this mindset to computer science has allowed me to tackle challenges others might overlook,” he explains.
Amin earned his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, where he graduated with honors, recognized not only for his academic achievements but also for his impactful extracurricular contributions. During his studies, he investigated the effects of 40Hz flickering light on both healthy individuals and Alzheimer’s patients, leveraging EEG and signal processing techniques. He also pioneered methods to translate EEG data into fMRI imagery using deep learning. Reading a paper on the same topic provided an opportunity to pursue a summer internship in Siegert’s lab at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria. Following that, he continued advancing his work in Deep Learning, Signal Processing, Systems Neuroscience, Software Engineering, and Hardware Prototyping within Syntropic Medical.
“In Iran, I had already worked with various tech startups. I’m open to change when necessary, and I need to be surrounded by people who recognize when something isn’t working and are willing to pivot and adapt quickly.”
This adaptability was precisely the mindset he found at Syntropic. Amin’s extensive experience as a software engineer and data scientist with several successful Iranian startups has given him a deep understanding of the engineering challenges startups face when developing new solutions, allowing him to work at a rapid pace. Speed, he believes, is essential for building a competitive business.
What’s the unique advantage you bring to the Syntropic team?
Resilience and hard work. When things don’t work out, I keep at it or find another way. Simple as that.
Want to connect with Amin? Reach out at info@syntropicmedical.com or visit his website