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Seow Hock Tong (Jazz)
Senior Staff Engineer
Learning & Vision (LV)
Jazz is a Senior Staff Engineer at Panasonic R&D Center Singapore, where he is dedicated to the development and enhancement of innovative technologies. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence from Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Jazz began his journey at Panasonic through a credited internship, where his exceptional work led to a full-time position.
In his current role, Jazz focuses on advancing technologies such as image matting and multiple object tracking, with a commitment to both developing new solutions and improving existing ones. His versatility is demonstrated through his work with a range of technologies, including face recognition, object tracking, object segmentation, object detection, speaker recognition, and generative AI.
Jazz has contributed to the Panasonic Technology Symposium (PTS), where he has published several papers that highlight his research and findings. He is also honored to have played a role in developing technologies that have successfully transitioned into commercial products, showcasing the real-world impact of his work.
Passionate about his field, Jazz enjoys the constant evolution of technology, which ensures that he is always learning and growing in his role. He believes that the dynamic nature of the industry keeps his work engaging and fulfilling, with no stale moments in his career.
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