My name is Amer, which in English means prosperous — a meaning I strive to embody in every place and at all times. From as early as I can remember, I have been in awe of the beauty, order, and mystery of nature. The laws of this miraculous universe, which point to the Creator (Glorified and Exalted Be He), have always filled me with wonder and curiosity. It was only natural, then, that I was drawn to the sciences — especially to Physics, often called “the queen of sciences”, whose purpose is to reveal, describe, and explain the profound workings of the world around us.

To enter this world of discovery, I began by studying Applied Mathematics at the Technion. I had always heard of a magnificent “universe” where mathematicians and physicists live, and when I entered it, I discovered just how wondrous it truly is. My degree in Applied Mathematics provided me with a rigorous foundation that became the cornerstone for my primary field of study: Geophysics.
 

Equipped with this mathematical background and analytic mind, I pursued further studies in Geophysics at Tel Aviv University, where I embarked on my second bachelor’s degree and continued into graduate research. I am now completing the final semester of my Master’s degree in Geophysics.
 

My research is conducted in collaboration with Sinopec Group, a global leader in energy and chemical industries. I focus on developing methods to separate seismic reflections (governed by Snell’s law) from seismic diffractions (scattered in all directions). This challenge is crucial for identifying geological discontinuities such as cracks, dikes, and pinchouts — features essential for understanding hydrocarbon reservoirs, advancing CO₂ storage solutions, and assessing geotechnical risks. Recently, I developed and submitted to Sinopec a novel “Lagrangian” algorithm for reflection–diffraction separation, and I am now integrating machine learning techniques in a new approach to automate and scale this process, making it more efficient and impactful.
 

Yet, beyond algorithms and equations, my vision as a researcher is deeply humanistic: I aspire to spread light, knowledge, and optimism, and to contribute meaningfully to the health and quality of our shared home — Planet Earth.
 

Alongside my research, I also explore broader questions at the intersection of science and philosophy. I have written about optimism and its intriguing connections with quantum physics, as well as on one of philosophy’s most profound and challenging questions: What is consciousness? These writings reflect my conviction that science is not only about data and discoveries but also about elevating our understanding of life, humanity, and our place in the universe.
 

In all my work — scientific, philosophical, and personal — I strive to live up to the meaning of my name: to be prosperous in knowledge, in spirit, and in contribution to the world.

 

“Start your day with prayer. Ask for wisdom. Ask for understanding.
Don't aspire to make a living. Aspire to make a difference”. -- Denzel Washington