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Prof. Dr. Mario Gongora

De Montfort University, UK

Professor in Applied Intelligent Systems and a Faculty Enterprise Lead, School of Computer Science and Informatics, De Montfort University. He is a leading expert in artificial intelligence, specializing in data analysis, complex system modeling, and AI-driven optimization. He earned his MSc and PhD from the University of Warwick and is currently the Faculty Enterprise Lead at DMU. His research focuses on evolutionary computing and machine learning, with applications in large-scale data processing and natural system modeling. He also leads a spinout company, bringing AI solutions to industry, particularly in behavior simulation and process optimization. Through strong industry partnerships, he bridges academic research with real-world impact.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anazida Zainal

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia

(Member, IEEE) received the B.Sc. degree in computer science from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA, in 1990, and the M.Sc. degree in computer science and the Ph.D. degree in computer science and network security from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Malaysia, in 2000 and 2011, respectively. She is currently an associate professor with the Faculty of Computing, and she previously led the Information Assurance and Security Research Group and has supervised many postgraduate students in developing AI-driven solutions for cybersecurity. Her research interests include cyber threat intelligence, security analytics, network security, and anomaly detection.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haifa Touati

Faculty of Sciences of Gabes, Tunisia

Dr. Touati is an Associate Professor (HDR) in Computer Science at the Faculty of Sciences of Gabes, Tunisia. She currently serves as the head of the research lab "Hatem Bettahar IReSCoMath" at the same institution, leading a dynamic team of researchers focused on distributed systems, networking, security, communication, and mathematics. Dr. Touati is the co-founder and former coordinator of the Professional Master's degree in Security and Networking, and she also coordinated the Research Master's degree in Computer Science and Networking at the Faculty of Sciences of Gabes. Most recently, in 2023, she served as a visiting professor at the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers (CNAM) in Paris, France. She received her HDR from the National School of Computer Science (ENSI), Tunisia, in 2021. Her teaching interests include computer networks, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Dr. Touati has served as a keynote speaker and panelist at numerous international conferences, and she is actively involved in various reputable international conference technical program committees. In addition, she is a dedicated reviewer for several high-impact journals and conferences. Her current research interests encompass future Internet architectures, cybersecurity, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. Dr. Touati is the author of more than 60 peer-reviewed papers in renowned international journals and conferences.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abuljalil Alabidi

Sana'a Community College, Yemen

Dr. Abuljalil is an associate professor in the Department of Mechatronic Engineering at Sana’a Community College and the Department of Mechanical Engineering—College of Engineering—Sana’a University—Yemen. He received a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering – Sana’a University – Yemen in 1999. In 2003 he obtained a Master’s degree in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering – Al-Balqa Applied University – Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. He received his PhD in Renewable Energy—Solar Energy Research Institute—National University of Malaysia—Malaysia in 2014 in the field of renewable energy. Previously, he served as a Vice Dean of Academic affair in Sana’a Community College from 2016 to 2018. He is a member of the World Society for Sustainable Energy Technologies (WSSET). He was listed as one of the world's top 2% scientists published by Stanford University's and Elsevier's platform for 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, respectively. He published 36 scientific papers in local and international scientific conferences, as well as international scientific journals. He also worked as a scientific reviewer for some international scientific journals. His research interests include renewable energy and solar energy—thermal energy storage, energy conservation strategies, reducing gas emissions, and air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

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Dr. Sze Sing Lee

Newcastle University, Singapore

Dr. Sze Sing Lee received the B.Eng. (Hons.) and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia, in 2010 and 2013, respectively. From 2014 to 2019, he was a lecturer/assistant/assistant professor at the University of Southampton Malaysia Campus. From 2018 to 2019, he was a visiting research professor at Ajou University, South Korea. He is currently an Assistant Professor and Degree Program Director of Electrical Power Engineering at Newcastle University in Singapore. His research interests include power converter/inverter topologies and their control strategies. Dr. Lee is an Associate Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics and a Guest Associate Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics. He is a Chartered Engineer registered with the Engineering Council, UK, and currently serves as a Professional Review Interviewer and International Professional Registration Advisor.

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Dr. Fathey Mohammed

Sunway University, Malaysia

Dr. Fathey Mohammed is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Business Analytics at Sunway University, Malaysia. He earned his Ph.D. in Information Systems from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor, Malaysia. His research initially focused on technology innovation, particularly in cloud computing, social media, and blockchain applications. Over time, he has shifted his focus to business analytics, exploring the use of AI to support automation and decision-making in businesses. His work examines how data-driven technologies enhance operational efficiency, optimize business strategies, and drive digital transformation. Dr. Mohammed has an extensive publication record, with over 70 Scopus-indexed scientific papers published in prestigious journals and international conferences. His editorial contributions include overseeing the publication of more than 12 books with Springer and serving as a guest editor for several Scopus-indexed journals. Additionally, he has held key leadership roles in international conferences, including Conference Chair, Program Chair, and Publication Committee Chair.

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