Selma Samet

Secure Sensing and Learning (SSL) Research Lab- UW

• Conduct research focused on the security and privacy of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) systems, with an emphasis on identifying and mitigating side-channel vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate on a Neuro-Symbolic AI project, exploring methods that integrate neural learning with symbolic reasoning for interpretable and trustworthy AI.
• Design and evaluate secure authentication mechanisms to enhance user safety and data protection in immersive environments.
• Assist in the instruction of graduate Computer Science courses, providing support through grading, student mentoring, lab sessions, and office hours.

• Supported development team in coding and testing new application features by implementing integration tests to ensure reliability of APIs and workflow.
• Developed and maintained backend microservices (Python/Flask), including new endpoints and utilities.
• Assisted in troubleshooting software issues to enhance system performance.

• Developing algorithms for accurate volume estimation of cows from 3D models.
• Integrating software solutions with hardware components for camera systems.
• Compiling comprehensive reports evaluating technical feasibility and performance of the product.

• Serves as a positive role model for a diverse group of individuals majoring in STEM.
• Advises peers on personal, career, and academic worries using critical thinking.
• Managed student welfare and safety protocols while fostering inclusive community environment through conflict resolution and peer mentoring.

• Provided first-line tech support for faculty, students, and other UW affiliates.
• Conferred with users, and conducted computer software diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems.
• Resolved complex IT issues across campus networks, implemented automated troubleshooting protocols, and maintained critical system uptime for student labs.