Assist. Prof. Dr. Mahir Sharif | Bioinformatics | Best Researcher Award
Prince Sattam ibn Abdelaziz University | Saudi Arabia
Dr. Mahir M. Sharif is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Computer Science, specializing in Computational Intelligence and Bioinformatics. He has extensive experience in academia, research, and administration, complemented by leadership roles in multiple universities and colleges. His career reflects a strong commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and applied research in artificial intelligence, deep learning, and assistive technologies.
Publication Profile
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Educational Background
He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science with a specialization in Computational Intelligence and Bioinformatics from Cairo University. He also earned an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Elneelain University and a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Omdurman Islamic University with distinction.
Professional Experience
Dr. Sharif has served as an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Stars College for Medical Science and Technology and has held several academic positions, including Assistant Professor at Omdurman Islamic University, Prince Sattam ibn Abdel Aziz University, and other institutions. He has extensive teaching experience in computer science and has contributed as a professional trainer in computer skills and applications. Additionally, he has significant administrative experience, serving as Dean, Deputy Dean, and Head of Departments in various faculties, where he demonstrated strong leadership in academic governance and program development.
Research Interests
His research focuses on artificial intelligence, deep learning, computational intelligence, bioinformatics, assistive technologies, and smart systems. His recent work includes developing advanced object detection models for visually impaired individuals, enhancing cybersecurity threat detection, and exploring AI-driven applications in IoT and smart cities.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Sharif has received recognition for his contributions to academia and research through leadership roles, membership in scientific councils, and participation in international conferences and research forums. He has also led and contributed to several funded research projects, notably in AI-driven accessibility technologies and digital platforms for data management.
Research Skills
He possesses strong expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning algorithms, object detection systems, computational modeling, bioinformatics, and the design of smart solutions. His skills also extend to managing research projects, supervising postgraduate research, and implementing innovative technology-driven approaches to real-world problems.
Publications
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Leveraging Assistive Technology for Visually Impaired People Through Optimal Deep Transfer Learning Based Object Detection Model
Year: 2025
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Advanced object detection for smart accessibility: a Yolov10 with marine predator algorithm to aid visually challenged people
Year: 2025
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Feature enhancement model with up sampling based cyber threat attack detection and classification on imbalanced dataset in Industrial Internet of Things
Year: 2025
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IoT in urban development: insight into smart city applications, case studies, challenges, and future prospects
Year: 2025
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Artificial intelligence with greater cane rat algorithm driven robust speech emotion recognition approach
Year: 2025
Conclusion
Dr. Mahir M. Sharif exemplifies a dedicated researcher and academic leader with a strong track record in teaching, research, and administration. His contributions to artificial intelligence applications, assistive technologies, and digital innovation demonstrate his capability to bridge academic research with societal impact. His leadership in funded projects and involvement in international collaborations further highlights his commitment to advancing knowledge and technology for the betterment of education and community development.