Prof. Zibouda Aliouat | Wireless Network Award | Women Researcher Award

Prof. Zibouda Aliouat | Wireless Network Award | Women Researcher AwardĀ 

Prof. Zibouda Aliouat, Universite Ferhat Abbas Setif1, Algeria Ā 

Prof. Zibouda Aliouat is a distinguished professor at the University of SĆ©tif1, Algeria. With a rich educational background, he holds an Engineering Degree in Software Informatics, a Magister in Formal Specification, and a Doctorate in Sciences specializing in Specification, Verification, and Validation of TTA Algorithms. His academic career spans several roles, including Assistant Lecturer, Course Instructor, and Lecturer at both the University of Constantine and the University of SĆ©tif1, where he has been a professor since July 2020. Prof. Aliouat has led various programs, including the Master’s in Networks and Distributed Systems and the Doctoral Program in Informatics.

Professional Profile:

ORCID

 

Suitability for the Research for Women Researcher Award

Summary:

Prof. ALIOUAT Zibouda has a distinguished career in software informatics, specializing in the specification, verification, and validation of algorithms. Her academic journey spans over three decades, marked by substantial contributions to teaching, research, and supervision in the fields of computer science, wireless sensor networks, and cybersecurity.

Education:

  • Engineering Degree in Software Informatics, University of Constantine, 1985
  • Magister in Formal Specification, University of Constantine, 1993
  • Doctorate in Sciences: Specification, Verification, and Validation of TTA Algorithms, UFAS1 SĆ©tif, 2007
  • University Accreditation HDR (Habilitation), 2014

Academic Positions:

  • Assistant Lecturer, University of Constantine (1985-1995)
  • Assistant Lecturer, University of SĆ©tif1 (1995-1996)
  • Course Instructor, University of SĆ©tif1 (1996-Present)
  • Lecturer B, University of SĆ©tif1 (2007-Present)
  • Lecturer A, University of SĆ©tif1 (2014-Present)
  • Professor, University of SĆ©tif1 (July 15, 2020-Present)

Administrative Roles:

  • Head of Master’s Program in Networks and Distributed Systems (2012 – July 2018)
  • Head of Doctoral Program in Intelligent and Communicative Computer Systems (SIIC) (2016-2017, 2017-2018)
  • Head of Doctoral Program in Informatics (2019-2020, 2020-2021, 2021-2022)
  • Head of Master’s Program in Cyber Security (since 2022-2023)

Publication top Notes:

 

Roadmap of Adversarial Machine Learning in Internet of Things-Enabled Security Systems

Lightweight Secure Authentication and Key Distribution Scheme for Vehicular Cloud Computing

A Distributed Multi-Hop Intra-Clustering Approach Based on Neighbors Two-Hop Connectivity for IoT Networks

Mr. Muhammad Zunnurain Hussain | Wireless Sensors Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Muhammad Zunnurain Hussain | Wireless Sensors Award | Best Researcher AwardĀ 

Mr. Muhammad Zunnurain Hussain, Bahria University Lahore Campus, Pakistan

Muhammad Zunnurain Hussain, based in Lahore District, Punjab, Pakistan, is a distinguished Network & Security specialist with extensive experience spanning advisory, client development, management, and technology consulting. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in IoT Security from Universiti Putra Malaysia, where his research focused on Cyber Security, Information Security, Data Encryption and Security, Wireless Networks, Data Communication & Networks, Digital Logic Design, and Machine Learning, achieving a commendable CGPA of 3.667. Prior to this, he completed his Master of Sciences in Computer Networking from the University of Bedfordshire, United Kingdom, and a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Management & Technology, Lahore, Pakistan. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Bahria University Lahore Campus, Muhammad oversees various computer science courses and actively contributes to curriculum development and project supervision. He also holds leadership roles as Cluster Head for ADP CS and FYP Coordinator at Bahria University, Lahore, and serves as Director at RGP Global IT, Chief Technology Officer at RedEX Gaming Studio, and as Visiting Faculty at Information Technology University and Ripah International University Lahore.

Professional Profile:

GOOGLE SCHOLAR

 

šŸ“š Education:
  • Ph.D. in IoT Security, Universiti Putra Malaysia (2020-2024)
  • M.Sc. in Computer Networking, University of Bedfordshire, United Kingdom (2012-2014)
  • B.Sc. in Telecommunication Engineering, University of Management & Technology, Lahore, Pakistan (2006-2011)

šŸ”¬ Research Experience:

Extensive background in Cyber Security, Information Security, Data Encryption and Security, Wireless Networks, Data Communication & Networks, Digital Logic Design, and Machine Learning.

šŸŽ“ Teaching Experience:

Assistant Professor at Bahria University Lahore Campus (Jul 2019 – Present), delivering lectures on various computer science courses, supervising final year projects, and leading curriculum revision committees.

šŸ’¼ Professional Experience:

  • Cluster Head – ADP CS & FYP Coordinator, Bahria University Lahore Campus (May 2023 – Present)
  • Director, RGP Global IT (Jul 2023 – Present)
  • Chief Technology Officer, RedEX Gaming Studio (Sep 2023 – Present)
  • Visiting Faculty, Information Technology University (Aug 2022 – Present)
  • Visiting Faculty Member, Ripah International University Lahore (Jan 2019 – Present)

šŸ† Awards, Honors, and Grants:

  • Best Paper Award, ACM Singapore (Jul 2021)
  • Second Position, HSSC Final Exam, Garrison Science Degree College for Boys (Jul 2005)

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Leadership Positions:

  • Cluster Head – ADP CS, Bahria University Lahore Campus
  • Coordinator for FYP-BSIT Programme, Bahria University Lahore Campus
  • Branch Counsellor for Google Developer Student Club

šŸ‘„ Professional Memberships:

  • Senior Member, IEEE (since 2010)
  • Professional ACM membership (since 2010)
  • Student Member, ICST, British Computer Society, IAENG, IET (since 2010)

Publication top Notes:

Ultrasonically derived WSe2 nanostructure embedded MXene hybrid composites for supercapacitors and hydrogen evolution reactions

CITED: 47

NIR self-powered photodetection and gate tunable rectification behavior in 2D GeSe/MoSe2Ā heterojunction diode

CITED: 46

Asymmetric electrode incorporated 2D GeSe for self-biased and efficient photodetection

CITED: 42

Efficient cloud data confidentiality for DaaS

CITED: 37

Thickness-dependent monochalcogenide GeSe-based CBRAM for memory and artificial electronic synapses

CITED: 30

 

Prof Dr. Erik Ortiz Guerra | MAC protocols | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Erik Ortiz Guerra | MAC protocols | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Erik Ortiz Guerra, Universidad Central “Marta Abreu” de las Villas, Cuba

Erik Ortiz Guerra is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in telecommunications and electronics. Born on July 5, 1984, in Santa Clara, Villa Clara, Cuba, Erik earned his Telecommunications and Electronics Engineering degree with a gold medal from the Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas in July 2008. He continued his academic journey at the same institution, completing a Master’s degree in Telematics in March 2011, followed by pre-doctoral training at the Federal University of Technology – ParanĆ”, Brazil, from July 2013 to February 2014. Erik attained the pinnacle of his academic career with a Doctor of Technical Sciences in Telecommunications from his alma mater in November 2015, subsequently becoming a Full Professor in the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications in January 2019. Throughout his career, Erik has been deeply involved in various cutting-edge research projects, including initiatives focused on Smart Water management, Internet of Things (IoT) education, and digital transformation in engineering education. His contributions underscore his commitment to advancing technology and education in Cuba and beyond.

 

Professional Profile

EDUCATION

  • Graduated with a gold medal as Telecommunications and Electronics Engineer from the Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas. (July 2008)
  • Master’s degree in Telematics from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas. (March 2011)
  • Pre-doctoral training at the Federal University of Technology – ParanĆ”, Curitiba, Brazil. (July 2013 – February 2014)
  • Doctor of Technical Sciences in Telecommunications from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas. (November 2015)
  • Full Professor. Department of Electronics and Telecommunications, Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas. (January 2019)

RESEARCH PROJECTS PARTICIPATION

  • Smart Water management to improve water balance control and environment preservation in hydrographic basins (September 2023 – September 2025). VLIR Project between Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas, Cuba and Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium. Coordinator for the Cuban part.
  • Cooperation to Learning Internet of Things, CooL-IoT (2021-2022). DAAD Project between Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas, Cuba and Offenburg University of Applied Sciences, Germany. Coordinator for the Cuban part.
  • Member of the sectoral project of the Ministry of Higher Education (MES) related to the introduction of new methodologies for teaching in Cuban higher education (2019-2023).
  • Member of the international project funded by AUF, “Digital Transformation for Engineer Training” (2020-2022).
  • Member of the business project “Smart Waters” (2020-2023).
  • Dynamic Spectrum Allocation for Modern Communications (DIRAC). PHC Carlos J. Finaly Project between Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas, Cuba and Sorbonne University, Paris, France. January 2019 – December 2020. Coordinator for the Cuban part.
  • Analysis and design of cognitive radio networks. CAPES-MES Project. Central University “Marta Abreu” of Las Villas, Cuba and Federal University of Technology – ParanĆ”, Brazil. (September 2012 – July 2015). Project member.

Publications Notes:šŸ“„

Enhanced Beacons Dynamic Transmission over TSCH

Channel hopping for blind rendezvous in cognitive radio networks: A review

Time-Slotted Spreading Factor Hopping for Mitigating Blind Spots in LoRa-Based Networks

A Theoretical Association Time Model for IEEE 802.15.4 TSCH Networks

On MAC Protocols Performance for M2M Communications

Faster-Than-Nyquist Signaling for Physical Layer Security on Wireless Smart Grid