Tarik Reza Toha

I work on AI-driven human-centered sensing and modeling, combining signal processing and deep learning across wearable, mmWave, WiFi, and other ambient sensing modalities for privacy-preserving applications.

Hardware Engineering Intern - MyoInsight - Durham, NC

(2026-06 - 2026-08)

• Developed a wireless EMG sensing pipeline for real-time physiological signal processing and digital biomarker extraction.
• Integrated EMG biomarkers into a video game-based biofeedback platform for rehabilitation and remote monitoring.

Software Engineer - Military Institute of Science and Technology - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2018-08 - 2018-10)

• Integrated AES-GCM encryption with native C++ padding into a commercial XMPP-based Android instant messaging app.
• Performed penetration testing and device hardening to strengthen overall application security.

Graduate Research Assistant - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Chapel Hill, NC

(2023-08)

• Developed deep learning-based human sensing techniques for wearable, mmWave, and WiFi sensing systems.
• Published two conference papers as lead author.
• Contributed to grant proposals and mentored undergraduate students.

Graduate Research Assistant - Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2017-10 - 2021-09)

• Developed deep learning-based techniques for embedded systems, vision-based systems, and distributed systems.
• Published four conference papers and two journal articles as lead author.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Chapel Hill, NC

(2023-08)

• Assisted with labs and grading in Android, Firebase, Google Cloud, and Database courses.

Lecturer (On Study Leave) - Bangladesh University of Textiles - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2018-12)

• Taught undergraduate courses in C, MATLAB, Python, Databases, Embedded Systems, and Data Analytics.
• Supervised student projects on AI-based systems for textile problems, including knit-fabric fault detection and vibration-based machinery diagnostics.

Ph.D.

• Computer Science - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2023-08 - 2028-05)

Master of Science - Computer Science and Engineering - Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (2017-10 - 2021-09)

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Engineering - Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (2013-02 - 2017-09)