Ashkan also has multiple years of experience doing research at a computational neuroscience lab and is well versed in helping students understand complex subjects in the sciences. His deep background across both quantitative sciences and the humanities means he is particularly well-equipped to prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT. His tutoring philosophy centers on helping students cultivate a genuine interest in the subjects they are studying.

Outside of academia, Ashkan loves to design clothes, run in Central Park, and cook with his friends.