Distractor Software Release
I developed and released open-source distractor software designed specifically for the maze task.
About
An early-career psycholinguist and DAAD scholar who completed an MA in English Linguistics at the University of Stuttgart. Specialized in the intersection of experimental psycholinguistics and computational linguistics, with a focus on investigating language processing in both humans and Large Language Models (LLMs). Experienced in conducting research in English and German, with a current and particular focus on Modern Standard Arabic.
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Lab Intern
I joined Titus von der Malsburg's lab at the University of Stuttgart.
Experience
Student Assistant (HiWi)
Assist in psycholinguistic research projects, support data collection and analysis for cognitive modeling studies, and contribute to experimental design.
Teaching & Research Assistant
Supported teaching activities in linguistics courses, including ESL instruction, and contributed to research initiatives through data analysis and literature reviews.
Tutor
Provided tutoring in semantics and syntax to undergraduate students, offering guidance and support in core linguistic concepts.
Education
Master of Arts in English Linguistics
- Focus on Psycholinguistics
- Funded by DAAD scholarship
- Expected completion Sep 2026
Bachelor of Arts in English Language & Literature
- Minor in Translation
- GPA: 3.7/4.0 (High Distinction)
- Dean's List throughout study period
Skills
Experimental Design
Psycholinguistic Research
Eye-Tracking
Statistical Analysis (R/Python)
Data Visualization
NLP & LLMs
Programming (Python/ JavaScript/ R)
Academic Writing
Language Processing Analysis
Teaching
Community Service
Completed 260 hours of community work at Birzeit University, contributing to various local initiatives and social projects. Served as president of the English Language Club, organizing cultural events and workshops to promote language learning and cultural exchange.
Languages
AR
Arabic
Native
EN
English
Highly Proficient
DE
German
Intermediate