Carlos Cotrini
Senior Scientist Focus Education
ccarlos (at) inf.ethz.ch
About
I'm a lecturer at the Institute of Machine Learning at ETH Zürich, under the supervision of Prof. Joachim Buhmann. I teach courses in machine learning and computer science with a focus on making complex concepts accessible to students and bridging theory with practical applications.
My research journey includes a PhD in information security under the supervision of Prof. David Basin, where I developed expertise in privacy-preserving machine learning and security analysis. Prior to joining ETH, I worked on infon logic under the guidance of Prof. Yuri Gurevich.
My current work focuses on developing robust machine learning algorithms, privacy-preserving technologies, and educational methodologies that help students understand complex mathematical and computational concepts through intuitive explanations and practical implementations.
Recent Research Highlights
Teaching Philosophy
I believe in making complex concepts accessible through clear explanations, practical examples, and step-by-step implementations. My courses range from statistical learning theory to hands-on machine learning tutorials, always emphasizing the connection between mathematical foundations and real-world applications.