Yousef Daradkeh | Computer Science | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Yousef Daradkeh | Computer Science | Best Academic Researcher Award

Professor at Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Jordan

Prof. Dr. Yousef Daradkeh is a distinguished professor of Computer Engineering and Information Technology at the Department of Computer Engineering and Information, College of Engineering, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. He holds a Doctor of Engineering Sciences in Computer Engineering and Information Technology and has over 19 years of extensive academic and administrative experience. Prof. Daradkeh is internationally recognized for his research and teaching in software engineering, computer networks, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. As an academic leader, researcher, author, and workshop facilitator, he has significantly contributed to scientific communities through over 128 peer-reviewed publications, multiple books, and active participation in international conferences and editorial boards.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Computer Engineering and Information Technology
    Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, 2006

    • Dissertation: Interpretation of Polymorphous Networks Models in Real-Time Allocation Systems

    • Accredited by the Higher Education Accreditation Commission (HEAC)

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellowships

    • University of Calgary, Canada (2007–2009) – Systems, Networks, and Devices of Telecommunications

    • University of New South Wales, Australia (2010) – Computer Science and Engineering

    • Massey University, New Zealand (2011) – School of Engineering and Advanced Technology

    • Istanbul Technical University, Turkey (2023–2024) – Electronics and Communication Engineering

  • M.Sc. in Software Engineering
    Belarusian National Technical University, 2003

    • Thesis: Mathematical and Software Optimization of Models of Power Equipment Operations

  • B.Sc. in Computer Engineering
    Technical University of Moldova, 2000

    • Graduation Project: Device for Transcendent Functions Calculation

Professional Experience 💼

  • Current Position:

    • Full Professor & Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs
      Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia

  • Previous Academic Roles:

    • University of Calgary, Canada – Postdoctoral Researcher & Faculty Developer

    • The University of Jordan – Faculty Member, Systems and Information Technology

    • Al-Balqa Applied University, Jordan – Faculty Member, Department of IT

    • Yarmouk University – Instructor, Computer and Information Centre

    • AL-Hussein Bin Talal University – Faculty Member, Engineering & IT

    • Jadara University – Faculty, Department of Software Engineering

    • Kazakh University of Economics, Finance, and International Trade – Online Course Lecturer

  • Other Roles:

    • Designed accredited computer engineering and IT courses

    • Conducted workshops on scientific writing and research methodology

    • Editorial and scientific committee member for numerous international journals and conferences

Research Interests 🔬

  • Wireless Networking and Telecom Systems

  • Modeling of Discrete and Polymorphous Systems

  • Computer Systems and Networks

  • Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

  • Machine Learning & Deep Learning

  • Vision Computing and Digital Image Processing

  • Cybersecurity and Information/Economic Security

  • Agent-Based and Context-Aware Software Engineering

  • E-Government and E-Learning Applications

  • Location-Based Services (LBS) and Geo Services

  • Knowledge Representation and Reasoning

  • Optimization and Real-Time Systems

  • Web and Java Development, Databases

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Higher Distinction Scientific Awards – From International Universities

  • Certificate of Appreciation – Ministry of Youth and Sport, Jordan (1999)

  • Faculty Teaching Certificate (FTC) – University of Calgary, Canada (2008)

  • Care Services Certificates – University of Calgary (2008)

  • IT Management Professional Award – Microsoft, Excellent Train, Jordan (2011)

  • Staff Development Certificate – University of Jordan (2012)

  • Life Ambassador First Aid Training Certificate – Riyadh

  • Certificate of English Language (CEL) – AMIDEAST, Jordan

  • Certificate of Russian & Romanian Languages – TUM, BNTU, BSUIR

Conclusion🌟

Prof. Dr. Yousef Daradkeh is a visionary academic leader and prolific researcher who has made significant contributions to the fields of computer engineering, software systems, and emerging technologies. His work continues to bridge theoretical advancements with practical applications, particularly in improving security, efficiency, and intelligence in digital systems. Through his extensive teaching, research, international collaborations, and service to the academic community, Prof. Daradkeh remains a highly influential figure in engineering education and innovation.

Publications 📚

  • 📡 6G mobile communication technology: Requirements, targets, applications, challenges, advantages, and opportunities
    🧾 Alexandria Engineering Journal 64, 245-274
    👥 Cited by: 360 | 📅 Year: 2023

  • 🧠 A hybrid deep learning-based approach for brain tumor classification
    🧾 Electronics 11 (7), 1146
    👥 Cited by: 248 | 📅 Year: 2022

  • 🚗 Key challenges, drivers and solutions for mobility management in 5G networks: A survey
    🧾 IEEE Access 8, 172534-172552
    👥 Cited by: 180 | 📅 Year: 2020

  • 🔍 Tools for fast metric data search in structural methods for image classification
    🧾 IEEE Access 10, 124738-124746
    👥 Cited by: 104 | 📅 Year: 2022

  • 🎗️ Intelligent hybrid deep learning model for breast cancer detection
    🧾 Electronics 11 (17), 2767
    👥 Cited by: 101 | 📅 Year: 2022

  • 🤖 Development of effective methods for structural image recognition using fuzzy logic
    🧾 IEEE Access 9, 13417-13428
    👥 Cited by: 98 | 📅 Year: 2021

  • 📷 Methods of classification of images based on statistical distributions
    🧾 IEEE Access 9, 92964-92973
    👥 Cited by: 90 | 📅 Year: 2021

  • ✈️ Handover management of drones in future mobile networks: 6G technologies
    🧾 IEEE Access 9, 12803-12823
    👥 Cited by: 89 | 📅 Year: 2021

  • 🧱 Classification of Images Based on a System of Hierarchical Features
    🧾 Computers, Materials & Continua 72 (1)
    👥 Cited by: 83 | 📅 Year: 2022

  • 🔧 Handover parameters optimisation techniques in 5G networks
    🧾 Sensors 21 (15), 5202
    👥 Cited by: 71 | 📅 Year: 2021

 

Vincent Zakka | Human Behaviour Analysis | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Vincent Zakka | Human Behaviour Analysis | Young Scientist Award

Postgraduate Research Student of Aston University, United Kingdom

Vincent Gbouna Zakka is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Science at Aston University, specializing in human behavior analysis in smart environments. His research has applications in ambient assisted living, human-robot collaboration, and user-centered building system control. With a Master’s in Mechatronic Engineering from Zhejiang University and a Bachelor’s in Electronics Information Engineering from Liaoning University of Technology, Vincent has gained valuable experience as a Research Assistant at institutions like The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Westlake University. His expertise spans activity recognition, vision-based monitoring technologies, and smart building systems. He has received several awards, including Best Paper Runner-Up at the International Conference on AI in Healthcare (2024), and has contributed to numerous publications in high-impact journals. ✨🤖🏠

Publication Profile : 

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🎓 Educational Background :

Vincent Gbouna Zakka is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Science at Aston University, where he focuses on human behavior analysis in smart environments, with key applications in ambient assisted living, human-robot collaboration, and user-centered building system control. He holds a Master of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering from Zhejiang University (2018-2021) and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics Information Engineering from Liaoning University of Technology (2014-2018).

💼 Professional Experience :

Professionally, Vincent has been a Postgraduate Teaching Assistant at Aston University since October 2022, where he also mentors students and engages in research. Prior to this, he served as a Research Assistant at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2021-2022) and Westlake University (2021). His dedication to academia is reflected in his contributions to several high-impact conferences and journals, earning recognition such as the Best Paper Runner-Up Award at the 2024 International Conference on AI in Healthcare and the Best Paper Award at the 22nd International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality in 2022.

📚 Research Interests : 

Vincent’s research interests include activity recognition, user trust in monitoring systems, vision-based technology acceptance in home environments, human-robot collaboration, and smart building systems. His innovative work spans publications on privacy-preserving ambient assisted living, thermal comfort modeling, and IoT-enabled robot skin systems. He actively reviews for leading conferences and journals in his field, such as IROS and ISIE.

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Darras, K., Balle, M., Xu, W., Yan, Y., Zakka Gbouna, V., Toledo, M., Sheng, D., Lin, W., Zhang, B., Lan, Z., Li, F., & Wanger, T. (2024). Eyes on Nature: Embedded Vision Cameras for Multidisciplinary Terrestrial Biodiversity Monitoring. Method in Ecology. Accepted.
  2. Zakka Gbouna, V., Dai, Z., & Manso, L. J. (2024). Hierarchical Temporal Convolution Network: Towards Privacy-Centric Activity Recognition. 16th International Conference on Ubiquitous Computing and Ambient Intelligence. Accepted.
  3. Zakka Gbouna, V., Lee, M., Zhang, R., Huang, L., Jung, S., & Hong, T. (2024). Non-invasive vision-based personal comfort model using thermographic images and deep learning. Automation in Construction, 105811. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2024.105811
  4. Zakka Gbouna, V., & Lee, M. (2024). A generalized thermal comfort model using thermographic images and compact convolutional transformers: Towards scalable and adaptive occupant comfort optimization. Building and Environment, 112118. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2024.112118
  5. Zakka Gbouna, V., Dai, Z., & Manso, L. J. (2024). Action Recognition for Privacy-Preserving Ambient Assisted Living. International Conference on AI in Healthcare, 15. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-67285-9_15
  6. Xie, K., Lee, M., Khalid, R., & Zakka Gbouna, V. (2023). The impact of personal environmental control on the performance of thermal systems: Building energy consumption, occupant thermal comfort, and productivity. Energy and Buildings, 113552. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2023.113552
  7. Zakka Gbouna, V., & Lee, M. (2022). An Integrated Design of Energy and Indoor Environmental Quality System for Effective Building Performance Management. Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality.
  8. Zakka Gbouna, V., Pang, G., Yang, G., Hou, Z., Lv, H., Yu, Z., & Pang, Z. (2021). User-interactive robot skin with large-area scalability for safer and natural human-robot collaboration in future telehealthcare. IEEE Journal of Biomedical and Health Informatics, 3082563. https://doi.org/10.1109/JBHI.2021.3082563 (Featured on Cover Paper)
  9. Zakka Gbouna, V., Hou, Z., Pang, G., Yang, H., & Yang, G. (2021). IoT-Enabled Robot Skin System for Enhancement of Safe Human-Robot Collaboration. International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, 43. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-89098-8_43
  10. Heng, W., Pang, G., Zakka Gbouna, V., Pang, Z., Yi, K., & Yang, H. (2019). Facile Fabrication of Highly Soft Tactile Sensor based on Porous Sponge with Geometry Effect on Sensing Characteristics. 2nd IEEE International Flexible Electronics Technology Conference. https://doi.org/10.1109/IFETC46817.2019.9073774