Prof Dr. Kamran Arshad | Wireless Communications Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Kamran Arshad, Ajman University, United Arab Emirates

Prof. Kamran Arshad is the Dean of Research and Graduate Studies and a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Ajman University, UAE. With a distinguished career in academia and research, he has been instrumental in leading and advancing research initiatives at Ajman University since January 2016. Prof. Arshad’s leadership has significantly enhanced the university’s research profile, evidenced by a remarkable 3300% increase in Scopus-indexed publications since 2018. He has been pivotal in developing and managing research programs, securing substantial funding, and launching new graduate programs. Prior to his role at Ajman University, he served as a Senior Lecturer and Program Director at the University of Greenwich, UK, and has extensive experience in wireless communications, cognitive radio, and dynamic spectrum management. Prof. Arshad has collaborated with leading European and international companies, supervised numerous PhD and MSc theses, and published over 150 peer-reviewed papers. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and a Senior Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, with a strong track record of delivering keynote talks, leading research projects, and contributing to academic and industrial advancements in his field.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Prof. Arshad has demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing the research and graduate programs at Ajman University. His strategic vision has led to a significant increase in the university’s research output, with Scopus-indexed publications rising by over 3300% since 2018. Initiatives and Grants: He introduced internal research grants, expanded the number from 31 to over 100 in five years, and secured substantial external funding, reflecting his ability to foster a thriving research environment.

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
- Institution: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
- Year Completed: Details not provided in the summary
Master’s in Electrical Engineering
- Institution: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
- Year Completed: Details not provided in the summary
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering
- Institution: NED University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan
- Year Completed: Details not provided in the summary

Work Experience

Dean of Research and Graduate Studies
- Institution: Ajman University, United Arab Emirates
- Duration: March 2018 – Present
- Key Responsibilities:
  - Leading graduate studies and research at Ajman University.
  - Overseeing research initiatives across nine academic colleges.
  - Managing budgets and developing strategic plans for research and graduate studies.
  - Enhancing the university’s research profile and fostering a research culture.
Professor in Electrical Engineering
- Institution: College of Engineering and Information Technology, Ajman University, United Arab Emirates
- Duration: January 2016 – Present
- Roles:
  - Promoted from Associate Professor (Jan 2016 – August 2018) to Professor (September 2018).
  - Head of College Research Committee and member of various councils.
Visiting Fellow in Engineering Science
- Institution: University of Greenwich, United Kingdom
- Duration: June 2016 – May 2019
- Roles:
  - Visiting lecturer and researcher.
  - Assisted in PhD student supervision.
External Examiner
- Institution: University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
- Duration: September 2015 – September 2016
- Roles:
  - Examined the Digital Technology Programme.
Senior Lecturer & Program Director of MSc Wireless Mobile Communications Systems Engineering
- Institution: Department of Engineering Science, University of Greenwich, United Kingdom
- Duration: January 2012 – January 2016
- Roles:
  - Program director, course coordinator, and teacher for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
  - Involved in research, administration, and outreach activities.
Research Fellow
- Institution: Centre for Communication Systems Research (now Institute for Communication Systems), University of Surrey, United Kingdom
- Duration: July 2008 – January 2012
- Roles:
  - Managed European projects and led research teams.
  - Established Cognitive Radio Technical Club.
Research Officer
- Institution: Institute of Advanced Telecommunications, Swansea University, United Kingdom
- Duration: July 2007 – June 2008
- Roles:
  - Researched optical OFDM transmission and provided technical consultancy.
Lecturer
- Institution: Department of Computer and Communications Technology, Middlesex University, United Kingdom
- Duration: January 2005 – July 2007
- Roles:
  - Delivered seminars and supported academic processes.
Lecturer in Electrical Engineering
- Institution: Department of Electrical Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
- Duration: July 2003 – December 2004
- Roles:
  - Taught lab courses and co-investigated research projects.
Teaching Assistant in Electrical Engineering
- Institution: Department of Electrical Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
- Duration: March 2001 – September 2001
- Roles:
  - Assisted in teaching lab courses.
Network Engineer
- Institution: Mobilink GSM (Motorola) Private Ltd., Pakistan
- Duration: March 2001 – September 2001
- Roles:
  - Maintained GSM mobile networks and conducted drive testing.
Lecturer in Electronic Engineering
- Institution: Department of Electronic Engineering, NED University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan
- Duration: Details not provided in the summary
- Roles:
  - Taught undergraduate courses and supervised final year projects.