Prof. Tariq Khanzada | Telecommunications Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Tariq Khanzada , IS, FCIT, KAU, Jeddah, KSA , Saudi Arabia

Tariq Jamil Khanzada is a distinguished professor in the Information Systems Department at King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He holds a PhD in Wireless Indoor Positioning Systems from OVG University, Magdeburg, Germany, obtained in 2010. Tariq’s academic journey spans prestigious roles including Professor at KAU since 2019 and his tenure at Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan, where he served as a Professor and Associate Professor. His research interests encompass Wireless Communications, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Machine Learning. Tariq has received numerous awards and honors, including research grants, scholarships, and recognition for his contributions to academia and technology innovation. His career is marked by a commitment to advancing education and research in computer systems and engineering.

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🎓Education:

Tariq Jamil Khanzada’s academic journey culminated in the achievement of a PhD in Wireless Indoor Positioning Systems from OVG University in Magdeburg, Germany, a milestone he completed in 2010. His doctoral research at OVG University focused on advancing the technology and methodologies used in indoor positioning systems, exploring innovations that have practical applications in various fields including telecommunications, navigation, and smart environments.Throughout his academic career, Tariq has consistently demonstrated a commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge in his field. His doctoral studies were marked by rigorous investigation and experimentation, aimed at enhancing the accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of indoor positioning systems. This endeavor not only contributed to the academic discourse but also holds implications for practical implementations in real-world scenarios, from improving location-based services in urban settings to enhancing emergency response systems.

🏢Work Experience:

Tariq Jamil Khanzada has held significant academic and professional positions throughout his distinguished career. Since 2019, he has served as a Professor in the Information Systems Department at King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Concurrently, since 2016, he has been on lien-leaves as a Professor in the Department of Computer Systems Engineering at Mehran University of Engineering & Technology in Jamshoro, Pakistan. Prior to these roles, Tariq was an Associate Professor from 2012 to 2016, an Assistant Professor from 2004 to 2012, and a Lecturer from 2001 to 2004, all within the Department of Computer Systems Engineering at Mehran University of Engineering & Technology. His academic journey also includes roles such as Research Assistant at the Chair of Microwave and Communication Engineering at OVG University in Magdeburg, Germany, from 2005 to 2010, and as a Senior Lecturer at Muhammad Institute of Science & Technology in Mirpur Khas, Pakistan, from 2000 to 2001. Tariq’s early career involved positions as an Instructor at Pertroman Training Institute in Hyderabad, Pakistan, and as a Network Administrator at Softech Inc., also in Hyderabad.

🏆Awards and Honors:

Tariq Jamil Khanzada has garnered multiple accolades and scholarships throughout his career, underscoring his academic and research achievements. He was awarded a University Scholarship to pursue PhD studies in Germany from 2005 to 2009, a significant recognition of his potential and dedication to advanced studies. In 2005, he received a scholarship under the Staff Development Scheme for the Establishment of the Institute of Communication Technologies Controlling Institute at Mehran University of Engineering & Technology in Jamhoro, Pakistan, further enhancing his academic pursuits.His contributions to academia were also recognized when he was awarded the co-authorship of the book “Computer System Workshop – A Practical Workbook, The Best Practice Series” in 2004, published for the B.E. [CS/SW/ES/TL] Curriculum Text Book by Naseem Book Depot in Hyderabad, Pakistan. In 2009-2010, Tariq received partial support scholarship funding amounting to US$ 15,000 for his PhD studies, demonstrating his continued commitment to scholarly excellence and research advancement.

Publication Top Notes:

Title: Comparing Lexical Diversity of Bahasa between students of Islamic studies and engineering using Spark-NLP
Title: hFedLAP: A Hybrid Federated Learning to Enhance Peer-to-Peer
Title: Automatic Jammer Signal Classification Using Deep Learning in the Spectrum of AI-Enabled CR-IoT
Title: IoT Network-Based Intrusion Detection Framework: A Solution to Process Ping Floods Originating From Embedded Devices
Title: Science Learning in Answering Digital Competency Needs of Preservice Math and Science Teachers in the STEM Context

Mrs. Dipali Bansal , Amity University,Noida , India

Mrs. Dipali Bansal is a dedicated academic currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Smart Antenna 5G at Amity University, Noida. She holds an M.Tech in Digital Communication from Rajasthan Technical University and a B.E. in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Kautilya Institute of Technology & Engineering, Jaipur. With a strong academic record, including being a gold medalist and securing first rank in her M.Tech, Mrs. Bansal has also contributed significantly to research, with publications in IEEE conferences and SCI-indexed journals. Her professional experience includes a tenure as Assistant Professor at Rajasthan Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jaipur, where she was recognized for her teaching excellence. Her research interests encompass advanced communication technologies, particularly in the areas of antenna design and data hiding techniques. Additionally, Mrs. Bansal has demonstrated a commitment to co-curricular activities, having been an active participant and leader in cultural events during her academic journey.

Education:

Mrs. Dipali Bansal is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Smart Antenna 5G at Amity University, Noida. She completed her M.Tech in Digital Communication from Rajasthan Technical University, Kota, Rajasthan, in 2018, achieving a commendable 68.86%. She holds a B.E. in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Kautilya Institute of Technology & Engineering, Jaipur, where she graduated in 2011 with an impressive 75.97%. Prior to her undergraduate studies, she completed her HSC from New Modern Senior Secondary School, Kotputli, under the Rajasthan Board in 2007, with 72.46%. She completed her SSC in 2005 from Govt. Girls Senior Secondary School, Kotputli, also under the Rajasthan Board, with 73.17%.

Work Experience:

At Amity University, where Mrs. Dipali Bansal is pursuing her Ph.D., she has made notable research contributions, including three conference papers published in IEEE and Scopus Indexed journals. One of these papers earned her the Best Female Student in Antenna Track award. She has also published two journal papers, one in the IETE Journal of Research (Taylor & Francis, SCI Indexed) and another in Multimedia Tools and Applications (Springer, SCI Indexed). Additionally, she received a copyright for her work titled “Optimized Beamformation Selection By Using Bilateral Antenna Pattern Selection (Baps) With Adaptive Beamforming In 5G System”.

Awards and Achievements

Mrs. Dipali Bansal has been recognized for her exceptional academic and extracurricular achievements throughout her educational journey. She was a gold medalist for academic excellence in her B.Tech ECE at Kautilya Institute of Technology & Engineering, Jaipur (2007-2011), and received an academic scholarship from the MHRD for her M.Tech based on her GATE qualification (2015-17). She secured first rank in her M.Tech in Digital Communications in 2018. Additionally, she was honored with the Student of the Year Award in 2011 for her outstanding academic and co-curricular performance during her B.E. ECE. While pursuing her Ph.D. at Amity University, she won the Best Female Student in Antenna Track Award for a conference paper. She also demonstrated leadership skills as the Student Coordinator for Cultural Activities at Kautilya Institute of Technology & Engineering, Jaipur (2009-2011), and won multiple cultural competitions at the inter-college level.

Publication Top Notes:

Design a Bow-Tie Antenna for Multiband Applications

Authors: Kumari, S.; Awasthi, Y.K.; Bansal, D.

Robust Feature Extraction and Recognition Model for Automatic Speech Recognition System on News Report Dataset

Authors: Mendiratta, S.; Turk, N.; Bansal, D.
Citations: 1

Image Forgery Detection and Localization Using Block Based and Key-Point Based Feature Matching Forensic Investigation

Authors: Monika; Bansal, D.; Passi, A.
Citations: 1

Proposed Multiband Fractal Monopole Antenna for WLAN and WiMax Applications

Authors: Kumari, S.; Awasthi, Y.K.; Bansal, D.
Citations: 4

A Miniaturized Circularly Polarized Multiband Antenna for Wi-Max, C-Band & X-Band Applications

Authors: Kumari, S.; Awasthi, Y.K.; Bansal, D.
Citations: 5