In July 2025, the ATHENA Christian Doppler Laboratory hosted four interns working on the following topics:
- Leon Kordasch: Large-scale 4K 60fps video dataset
- Theresa Petschenig: Video generation and quality assessment
At the conclusion of their internships, the interns showcased their projects and findings, earning official certificates from the university. The collaboration proved to be a rewarding experience for both the interns and the researchers at ATHENA. Through personalized mentorship, hands-on training, and ongoing support, the interns benefited from an enriched learning journey. This comprehensive guidance enabled them to build strong practical skills while deepening their understanding of research methodologies and technologies in the video streaming domain. We sincerely thank both interns for their enthusiasm, dedication, and insightful feedback, which contributed meaningfully to the ATHENA lab’s ongoing efforts.
Leon Kordasch: “My internship at ATHENA was an incredibly valuable experience. The team was welcoming and supportive, and I especially appreciated the guidance of my supervisor, Mohammad Ghasempour, who did a great job explaining the theoretical background and technical concepts needed for my work. During my time there, I developed a high-quality and diverse 4K60 video dataset for applications such as AI training, real-time upscaling, and advanced video encoding research.”
Theresa Petschenig: “My four-week internship at ATHENA was a really enjoyable and meaningful experience. I worked on a project related to video generation and quality assessment, which allowed me to dive into some fascinating topics. I got a much better understanding of how AI-generated videos are created and evaluated, and what makes them look realistic. The internship gave me a perfect balance of practical work and learning new concepts. My supervisor, Yiying, was very nice and helpful throughout the internship. The atmosphere in the office was calm and welcoming, and the team was really friendly. I’m grateful for everything I’ve learned and for the chance to be part of such a supportive environment. This experience gave me both valuable knowledge and great memories.”
