New Study - Informatik

Rhythm Bhatia is a remote faculty at DHBW, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Linear Algebra, Calculus, and Scientific Programming. She is the Founder & CEO of Cognozire AI Consultancy and Co-Founder & CTO of ICONFlyerTech, working on cutting-edge AI solutions in EdTech, healthcare, finance, and music. Rhythm is also pursuing a PhD in personalized learning analytics at the University of Eastern Finland and has been actively involved in mentoring through programs like Google Summer of Code (GSoC) and Women in Music Information Retrieval (WiMIR). Her expertise spans AI-driven innovations, research, and education, making her a valuable contributor to the global AI and EdTech ecosystem.For more information visit her portfolio: https://rhythmbhatia.com/ .

Position: SAP Software Developer / HANA Core Build Engineer
Field of Expertise: Backend/system software development

Teaching philosophy:
An expert is a person who always knows the right tool to solve a problem. Knowledge is the toolbox - the more you know, the better equipped your toolbox is. I believe that allowing students to get hands-on experience with what can build their solid knowledge is the right way to shape experts, enabling them to always perform at their best.

Expertise & Experience:

• MS in Electronic Engineering
• C++ development for microwaves/optics embedded systems
• Build toolchains
• Typescript / Node.JS backend development

What Students Can Expect:

• A solid theory foundation - a pillar for any IT topic
• Lots of experimentation, which is key … and fun! :)
• Teaching is one-way, but we learn together by sharing and doing

I strongly believe in teaching as the most effective way to shape our future, and teaching at New Study is my chance to be part of it.

As a lecturer at DHBW, I am passionate about creating an engaging and supportive learning environment for students in the field of Computer Science. Based in Hamburg, Germany, I bring a diverse international background to my teaching. I completed a dual study program in International Business in Bielefeld, followed by a Master’s in International Management, specializing in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, in Lisbon, Portugal. My international experiences include a semester abroad in Dublin, Ireland, and Montreal, Canada, which helped shape my global perspective and cross-cultural understanding.

Professionally, I have worked in Germany and the US so far and my career has primarily focused on sales and business administration. After completing my Master’s program, I joined Forvis Mazars as a sustainability consultant, where I work today. In this role, I help businesses implement sustainable practices while integrating them into their broader business strategies. This experience allows me to bridge the gap between business administration and sustainability, providing practical insights to my students.

As a lecturer, I am committed to helping students develop the skills and mindset necessary to succeed in the tech industry. I truly value the cultural diversity at DHBW, which enriches the learning experience and fosters collaboration. I am excited to guide the next generation of professionals as they prepare for their careers in a dynamic, ever-changing field.

Lukas Pieronek is an applied mathematician, a former data scientist, and currently working as a scientist for machine learning and simulation at Carl Zeiss AG. At DHWB, he teaches modules in mathematics and data science. With his motto "Simplicity is the final achievement (F.C.)" he bridges his teaching philosophy and his passion for playing the piano.

• B. Sc. And M.Sc. in Cybersecurity at Ruhr-University Bochum with focus on AI Security
• Experience as a SOC Analyst, monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents in real-time
• Currently working in the Cybersecurity Consulting division of Accenture focusing on Cyber Resilience especially the detection and response to Security Incidents.

English Language Educator | Academic Writing & Professional Communication

Teaching Philosophy:
Alan believes in empowering learners with the skills and confidence to communicate effectively in academic, professional, and international settings. With a student-centered approach, he fosters critical thinking, linguistic precision, and self-expression, ensuring that learning is both engaging and deeply relevant to each student’s goals.

Expertise & Experience:

• Nearly 20 years of experience teaching English to executives, academics, and students.
• Holds a degree in Social Anthropology and a Cambridge DELTA qualification.
• Specializes in high-stakes exam preparation (Cambridge Proficiency Tutor, Official Examiner) and professional development for educators (CELTA Course Director).
• Extensive experience in academic writing support, proofreading, and translation for PhD research and journal publications across diverse disciplines, including social sciences, archaeology, and medical pathology.
• President of Serveis Lingüístics de Barcelona (SLB), leading initiatives in business English, copywriting, and translation.
• Contributor to prestigious educational institutions such as Eton College and the Erasmus+ TBLT for Tourism project, showcasing a commitment to innovative language teaching.

What Students Can Expect:
Alan’s courses emphasize clarity, structure, and precision in academic and professional writing, equipping students with the tools to craft compelling research proposals, articulate ideas with confidence, and excel in international communication. His extensive experience as an educator, examiner, and writer ensures a dynamic, practical, and expert-led learning experience.

Teaching Philosophy:
Dr. Armin Zundel believes that true learning happens when students actively engage with ideas, challenge assumptions, and explore contradictions. He fosters an interactive, student-centered environment where knowledge is not passively absorbed but dynamically constructed through Socratic dialogue, debate, and problem-solving. Rejecting rote memorization, he emphasizes mastery of foundational principles as the key to innovation, guiding students toward intellectual independence.

Expertise & Experience:

• Over 20 years of international teaching experience, dedicated to redefining education through dynamic, inquiry-based approaches.
• Specializes in critical thinking, structured reasoning, and digital learning strategies.
• Integrates advanced tools like large language models to enhance creativity, adaptability, and real-world problem-solving.
• Advocates for healthy competition as a means of sharpening reasoning skills, while providing structured pathways to long-term success.
• Key contributor to New Study’s educational transformation, championing personalized learning environments where students develop autonomy and intellectual depth.

What Students Can Expect:
Dr. Zundel’s courses replace passive lectures with an environment where students take ownership of their learning. Through guided exploration, structured debate, and practical application, he empowers students not just to acquire knowledge, but to evolve as thinkers who can navigate complexity and shape meaningful solutions in an ever-changing world.