Prof. Khaled Shaban, Qatar University, Qatar
Prof. Khaled Shaban is a distinguished researcher and professor in Computer Science and Engineering at Qatar University. With expertise in Computational Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science, he has significantly contributed to advancing pattern recognition, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. A senior member of IEEE and ACM, he has received multiple accolades for his groundbreaking research. He also holds an adjunct professorship at the University of Waterloo, reinforcing his global academic influence. His work focuses on AI-driven disease prediction, smart systems, and optimization techniques, making him a leader in intelligent computing innovations.
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🏆 Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Prof. Khaled Shaban’s research excellence, innovative contributions, and global recognition make him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His pioneering work in Machine Learning, AI, and Computational Intelligence has led to influential publications and prestigious awards, such as the Best Paper Award at IRICT 2021. His ability to merge theory and application in AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity has significantly impacted academia and industry. His leadership in top-tier conferences and IEEE/ACM communities underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge, making him a highly deserving candidate for this distinguished recognition.
🎓 Education
Prof. Khaled Shaban holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada (2006), specializing in Pattern Recognition and Machine Intelligence. His academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Engineering Systems and Computing (2002) from the University of Guelph, Canada, where he developed a strong foundation in computational intelligence and optimization. His interdisciplinary education has enabled him to integrate machine learning, data science, and engineering systems into cutting-edge research. His expertise in algorithms and computing theory has positioned him as a global leader in AI and intelligent systems research.
đź’Ľ Experience
Prof. Khaled Shaban has an extensive academic career, currently serving as a Professor at Qatar University’s College of Engineering (since April 2021). He previously held roles as Associate Professor (2016-2021) and Assistant Professor (2008-2016). Additionally, he is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Waterloo (2021-2027), collaborating on AI-driven computing innovations. His professional affiliations with IEEE, ACM, and international research communities enhance his impact on global technological advancements. Over the years, he has mentored numerous students and led transformative research in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Optimization.
🏅 Awards & Honors
- 🏆 Best Paper Award – IRICT 2021 for “C-SAR: Class-Specific and Adaptive Recognition for Arabic Handwritten Cheques”
- 🏅 Nomination for Best Paper Award – ICVS 2021 for “MARL: Multimodal Attentional Representation Learning for Disease Prediction”
- 🎖 Promoted to Professor – Qatar University, 2021
- 🔬 Senior Member, IEEE & ACM – Recognized for contributions to AI and Computational Intelligence
- 🌍 International Collaborations – Adjunct Professor at the University of Waterloo, fostering global research partnerships
🔬 Research Focus
Prof. Khaled Shaban’s research lies at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Computational Intelligence, and Data Science. His work in Machine Learning-driven healthcare analytics, particularly in disease prediction and medical image analysis, is widely recognized. He has also made significant contributions to cybersecurity, cloud computing, and smart grid systems. His studies on optimization and knowledge discovery enhance IoT, AI-based automation, and intelligent computing solutions. Through numerous publications and projects, he has addressed real-world challenges in AI, energy-efficient computing, and adaptive learning systems, making his research impactful across academia and industry.
đź“–Â Publication Top Notes
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Urban Air Pollution Monitoring System with Forecasting Models
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 341
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Fault Detection, Isolation, and Service Restoration in Distribution Systems: State-of-the-Art and Future Trends
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 321
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Delay-Aware Scheduling and Resource Optimization with Network Function Virtualization
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 266
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A Reliability-Aware Network Service Chain Provisioning with Delay Guarantees in NFV-Enabled Enterprise Datacenter Networks
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 224
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Deep Learning Models for Sentiment Analysis in Arabic
- Year: 2015
- Citations: 150