Islam Tayeb
Duke junior building automations and researching ML/CO2 capture
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Islam is a driven Duke University student with a strong interdisciplinary background in Computer Science and Chemistry. He actively engages in machine learning research, particularly in areas like enzyme assay analysis and robust antibody design, often publishing his work in academic journals. islamtayeb+1
He demonstrates a keen interest in practical software development and automation, evidenced by his various software engineering internships at companies like Soff (YC S24) and Helian, where he developed tools for sales, procurement, and medical research workflows. He also builds personal projects to solve everyday problems and optimize experiences. islamtayeb+1
Islam is involved in cutting-edge research on carbon capture technologies, contributing to publications on amine-grafted porous organic polymers and metal-organic frameworks for highly selective CO2 capture from the air. islamtayeb+2
Beyond academics and professional pursuits, Islam has a diverse range of interests, including competitive gaming (Tetris, Monkeytype, professional osu!) and graphic design for esports, showcasing a blend of analytical and creative talents. islamtayeb
He approaches complex problems with an exploratory mindset, valuing the process of understanding different perspectives and the journey of discovery over rigidly seeking a single 'right answer,' as reflected in his philosophical reflections on conversations. dukechronicle
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Machine learning for predicting and optimizing the CO₂ uptake in porous organic polymers
September 1, 2025Research article exploring the use of machine learning to predict and optimize CO₂ uptake in porous organic polymers for carbon capture.
Primal Dual Continual Learning for Robust Antibody Design
May 1, 2025A paper discussing a PyTorch-based approach to protein design using continual learning.
Post-synthetic modification of UiO-66 analogue metal-organic framework as potential solid sorbent for direct air capture
December 1, 2023A research article detailing a functionalization strategy for a metal-organic framework (UiO-66) to enhance CO2 uptake and selectivity for direct air capture.
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Enjoys playing Tetris and Monkeytype in his free time. islamtayeb
Formerly worked as a graphic designer for an esports team and played osu! professionally, designing popular skins. islamtayeb
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