Building the perception layer for adaptive AI

Synstate Labs is an independent research and engineering lab focused on device-level modeling of cognitive state for AI systems.

We believe AI systems should adapt to how people actually feel — not just what they type. Our work sits at the intersection of human-computer interaction, machine learning, and on-device systems design, with a clear stance on privacy and scientific honesty.

The team behind Synstate

Co-founders and advisors building the Cognitive State Engine — combining engineering, research, ecosystem work, and scientific guidance.

Eugene Godov

Eugene Godov

Co-Founder & CEO

Engineer and technical entrepreneur in AI, information systems, and human-computer interaction. Eugene leads Synstate Labs’ vision for cognitive-state AI as a new layer in human-AI systems.

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Roman Kutanov

Roman Kutanov

Co-Founder & CTO

AI systems architect with Ph.D. studies in Internet Technologies. Roman brings the scientific and engineering foundation behind Synstate Labs’ state engine, turning cognitive-state research into production-grade AI systems.

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Anastasiya Markvarde

Anastasiya Markvarde

Ecosystem & Partnerships

Innovation strategist with experience across public programs, health innovation, startups, and institutional ecosystems. Anastasiya leads Synstate Labs’ ecosystem relationships, partner-facing programs, and market access for cognitive-state AI.

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Vladimir Gorovoy

Vladimir Gorovoy

Strategic Advisor

AI product leader and entrepreneur with deep experience in shipping search and LLM-powered products. Vladimir advises Synstate Labs on product strategy and go-to-market for cognitive-state AI, helping translate the Cognitive State Engine into real-world applications and scalable value for customers.

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Ivan Zubarev, D.Sc. (Tech)

Ivan Zubarev, D.Sc. (Tech)

Neuroscience & Biosignals Advisor, Aalto University

Specializes in brain–computer interfaces and transforming raw biosignals into actionable models of cognitive state for adaptive AI systems.

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Want to work together?

We collaborate with research groups, product teams, and design partners interested in human-state modeling for AI systems.