Ph.D. in Computer Engineering
Near East University, Nicosia, TRNC
2020
Murat Arslan - Ph.D. Computer Engineer
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 7th July 1988
Place of Birth: Antalya, Turkey
Phone: +90 539 112 96 19
Email: murat.arslan@wpu.edu.tr
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Turkish
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English
Education
Master's in Computer Engineering
Near East University, Nicosia, TRNC
2017Bachelor's in Computer Engineering
Near East University, Nicosia, TRNC
2013Awards and Achievements
Sasol Solar Challenge Adventure Class World Champion
(2014)Contributed to RA25 Solar Car Project, which won the Adventure Class of the Sasol Solar Challenge.
Near East University Young Researcher Award
(2018)Awarded for outstanding research contributions in AI and robotics.
RoboCup Small Size League World Champion
(2019)Member of the NEUIslanders Robotic Soccer Team, World Champions in the Small Size League at RoboCup 2019.
Professional Experience
Chairman, Department of Software Engineering
World Peace University, Nicosia, TRNC2025 -- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in software engineering, robotics, discrete structures, automata theory, and operational research.
- Serving as Chairman, Department of Software Engineering, overseeing departmental strategies, curriculum development, and research directions.
- Actively involved in research at the Applied Artificial Intelligence Research Center focusing on AI, machine learning, and robotics.
Project Team Lead
Jeton Wallet2020 - 2025- Led the development and strategic planning for the Jeton Wallet project.
- Applied reverse engineering methods to understand and improve Bank APIs and financial systems.
- Developed dynamic and responsive user interfaces using React.js for several web applications.
Board of Trustees
Artificial Intelligence Application Center, World Peace University2025 -- Contributing to the development and optimization of software systems, including web and desktop applications.
- Implementing AI algorithms and machine learning models to solve real-world challenges.
Senior Researcher
Applied Artificial Intelligence Research Center, Near East University2012 - 2020- Contributed to NEUIslanders Robotic Soccer Team, which won the RoboCup Small Size League World Championship in 2019.
- Worked on various AI and robotics projects, including RA25 and RA27 Solar Car Projects, with RA25 winning the Adventure Class of the Sasol Solar Challenge (2014).
- Developed HMI and ADAS systems for the Gunsel Electric Car Project.
Skills
Programming & Development
Systems & Infrastructure
AI & Robotics
Leadership & Management
Security & Compliance
Notable Projects
AI Avatar Door System
An AI-based access control system that uses avatars for secure entry, providing an innovative method for authentication and door access in various environments.
AI Assistant System
Designed an AI system to assist in personal or professional tasks, leveraging natural language processing to interact with users and automate various functions.
Animating AI Avatar with Motion Tracking
Developed a system that animates an AI-based avatar using real-time motion tracking, providing dynamic interaction between users and avatars for virtual applications.
Computer Control for Disabled People
Created a system that enables individuals with disabilities to control computers or other devices using head movements or blinks, improving accessibility and independence.
Turkish Sign Language System
Developed a system that translates Turkish Sign Language into text using deep learning and image recognition, promoting communication accessibility for the hearing impaired.
Tower Craft Skyscraper Cleaning Robot
Designed and built a robotic system for automating the cleaning of skyscrapers, utilizing robotics and AI for efficient and safe operations at high altitudes.
Kibrismarket.net
Created an e-commerce platform facilitating online buying and selling, providing a user-friendly interface and secure payment methods for both buyers and sellers.
Gunsel EV
Contributed to the development of an electric vehicle, focusing on system control and integration for the Gunsel EV.
RA25 RA27 Solar Car
Participated in the development of RA25 and RA27 Solar Car Projects, with RA25 winning the Adventure Class at the Sasol Solar Challenge in 2014.
NEUIslanders Robotics Soccer Team
Contributed to the NEUIslanders Robotic Soccer Team, which won the RoboCup Small Size League World Championship in 2019.
Publications
Identification of Epileptic EEG Signals Using Convolutional Neural Networks
R Abiyev, M Arslan, J Bush Idoko, B Sekeroglu, A Ilhan
Applied Sciences, 10(12), 4089, 2020DOI: 10.3390/app10124089Sign Language Translation Using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks
RH Abiyev, M Arslan, JB Idoko
KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Systems, 14(2), 631-653, 2020DOI: 10.3837/tiis.2020.02.009Systematic Literature Review on Machine Learning and Student Performance Prediction
B Sekeroglu, R Abiyev, A Ilhan, M Arslan, JB Idoko
Applied Sciences, 11(22), 10907, 2021DOI: 10.3390/app112210907Head Mouse Control System for People with Disabilities
RH Abiyev, M Arslan
Expert Systems, 37(1), e12398, 2020DOI: 10.1111/exsy.12398Impact of Machine Learning Techniques on Hand Gesture Recognition
IJ Bush, R Abiyev, M Arslan
Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, 37(3), 4241-4252, 2019DOI: 10.3233/JIFS-190353Robot Pathfinding Using Vision-Based Obstacle Detection
RH Abiyev, M Arslan, I Gunsel, A Cagman
3rd IEEE International Conference on Cybernetics, 2017Vehicle Detection Systems for Intelligent Driving Using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks
R Abiyev, M Arslan
Discover Artificial Intelligence, 3(1), 16, 2023CNN-Based Head-Mouse Control System for People with Disabilities
M Arslan
Near East University, 2021Weekly Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30-09:30 | - | - | - | CMFE415 - CL108 | - | - | 😊 |
| 09:30-10:30 | PHYS 101 | HMGS | SWEN 203 | CMFE415 - CL108 | - | ALEMDAR AI | 😊 |
| 10:30-11:30 | PHYS 101 | HMGS | SWEN 203 | CMFE415 - CL108 | SWEN 305 | ALEMDAR AI | 😊 |
| 11:30-12:30 | PHYS 101 | HMGS | SWEN 203 | COM 105 - ROOM 6 | SWEN 305 | ALEMDAR AI | 😊 |
| 12:30-13:30 | PHYS 101 | HMGS | - | COM 105 - ROOM 6 | SWEN 305 | ALEMDAR AI | 😊 |
| 13:30-14:30 | 😊 | 😊 | 😊 | 😊 | 😊 | 😊 | 😊 |
| 14:30-15:30 | Research | HMGS | SWEN 201 | - | SWEN 307 | ALEMDAR AI | 😊 |
| 15:30-16:30 | Research | HMGS | SWEN 201 | CMFE415 - ST106 | SWEN 307 | ALEMDAR AI | 😊 |
| 16:30-17:30 | Research | HMGS | SWEN 201 | CMFE415 - ST106 | SWEN 307 | COM 203 - ROOM 6 | 😊 |
| 17:30-18:30 | - | - | - | CMFE415 - ST106 | - | COM 203 - ROOM 6 | 😊 |
| 18:30-19:30 | - | - | - | CMFE415 - ST232 | - | COM 203 - ROOM 6 | 😊 |