From curious beginner to dedicated mentor; meet Luai Waleed from Egypt. When Luai first joined Neuromatch Academy (NMA)’s Deep Learning Course, he had no experience in deep learning, just curiosity and a willingness to learn. What he discovered changed his path. 🎤 “Through Neuromatch, I turned my curiosity into a deep scientific understanding, and that lens still shapes how I view the field today. It was challenging as a complete beginner but deeply rewarding. I worked on a meaningful project that helped me apply what I was learning. With Neuromatch, I built a strong foundation in deep learning and learned how to think like a researcher.” That first experience inspired him to give back. Today, Luai mentors new learners, bringing the same spirit of collaboration and curiosity to his local community. He also volunteers with Neuromatch. 🎤 “I wanted others to feel what I felt at NMA, that mix of support, challenge, and discovery. Now I get to help others grow, and it is incredibly fulfilling. As a volunteer reviewer for the Impact Scholar Program, I treat every proposal as if it could change someone’s life because I know firsthand that it can. The volunteer atmosphere at Neuromatch is incredibly supportive and collaborative. The team is appreciative, kind, and driven, and I genuinely love being part of it.” ✨ His advice to anyone considering a Neuromatch Academy course: “Apply! It is such a positive environment. You collaborate with people from all over the world and build your network in the field. I am still in touch with my TAs and the friends I made at NMA.” Luai’s journey shows how one opportunity can grow into a cycle of learning, teaching, and inspiring others. 🤓 Learn more about our courses: https://lnkd.in/gaEhbVHz 💻 Join us in January for an Info Session: https://lnkd.in/epZrwM_y 📬 Stay in the loop: https://lnkd.in/epWXUw8k #Neuromatch #MyNeuromatchStory #ImpactStory #NeuromatchAcademy #GlobalEducation #STEMEducation #OpenScience #ComputationalNeuroscience #DeepLearning #Mentorship #ScientificCommunity