About Me¶
Hi, I’m Max Garcia, a Computer Science student and Neuroscience enthusiast currently based in Finland. My academic journey at the University of Oulu has led me to explore the fields of Virtual Reality and Robotics. I’m excited to combine these interests in ways that can push boundaries and create impactful experiences.
Visit this website to see my work!
Btw, the icons above are clickable
My background¶
What I Do¶
Computer Science & Engineering¶
As a Computer Science and Engineering student and research assistant, I’ve had a fair bit of experience witg VR systems, robotics, and experiment with human subjects. I see my future in research, where I hope to contribute to solving questions probably no one has bothered to ask.
Skills¶
- Programming Languages: C#, Python, Matlab, R
- Tools: EEGLAB, ERPLAB, PyTorch, ScyPy, Unity
- Specializations: Virtual Reality, Robotics, Data Collection
Languages¶
I’m fluent in multiple languages:
- Spanish (Mother tongue)
- English (C2)
- Finnish (B1)
- French (B1)
Finland & Beyond 🇫🇮¶
Living in Finland has been no less than an adventure. Every winter when days are 3 hours long, I find a refuge in my room, with my computer. Work ends up being a way to entertain myself, whether optimizing a virtual scene beyond what’s realistically necessary, or running statistical tests in R.
What’s Next?¶
My goal is to pursue a career in research, where I can contribute to the fields of Virtual Reality, Neuroscience and Machine Learning.
As of 2024, I am a research assistant at UBICOMP, where I carry out data collection and develop VR solutions for whatever the researchers there need. Check out my projects here
That’s me and fellow participants in the UBISS 2024, Virtually Real? workshop, taught by Bernhard Riecke, Matti Pouke and Paula Alavessa
Contact¶
Feel free to reach out via email at maxgarcia1441@gmail.com or connect with me on GitLab and LinkedIn.
- Check out my cv here