Ts. Dr Mathivannan Jaganathan is currently a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business Management, Universiti Utara Malaysia (Accredited by AACSB). He also served as a Director of Career Development Centre, Student Affairs Department, Universiti Utara Malaysia from 15 January 2021- 31st January 2022. In addition, he is also an active Professional Technologist approved by the Malaysian Board of Technologists. In addition, he also serves as President of the Internet Society- Malaysian Chapter. Before his current appointment, he worked at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman as a lecturer of entrepreneurship for almost two years. He taught several entrepreneurship courses at various levels, such as Electronic Commerce, Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Franchise Business Management, Business Growth Management, Entrepreneurial Behaviour and Skills and Entrepreneurship at the undergraduate level. Apart from teaching, he is actively involved in research covering the areas of Entrepreneurship and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) adoption. He is also an active member of several international associations and a reviewer for academic journals and international conferences. He also served as a vice secretary of Internet Society (Chapter Malaysia). He is also certified Lead Auditor (ISO 9001:2015) by the International Register of Certificated Auditors IRCA, UK. In addition, he is also a Certified Advisor and Trainer of Mendeley Reference Manager. Furthermore, he is also an Assessment Panel Technology and Technical Accreditation Secretariat (TTAS), Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT). Mathivannan Jaganathan was also an award recipient of Successful People In Malaysia by Britishpedia’s Successful People In Malaysia biographical encyclopedia, highlighting Malaysians who have contributed to nation-building and society in general. He was also recognised and awarded the Excellent Service Award 2011, Excellent Service Award 2015 and Excellent Service Award 2019 of Universiti Utara Malaysia. In addition, he is also a Favourite Website Award Winner (Personal Website Category), Malaysia Website Award 2018, 2020 and 2021 by Exabytes Group. In line with the academic setting, he has personally conducted face-to-face classroom training and consultation on LimeSurvey (online survey builder), Mendeley (Reference Management), Endnote (Reference Management), Weebly, WordPress (Web Design), Blogger, Digital Marketing Online Tools and some relevant academic and non-academic related software system to his faculty members, entrepreneur and students.

Ir. Dr. Jegalakshimi Jewaratnam is a senior lecturer in Chemical Engineering Department , University Malaya. At present, she is also the coordinator for Masters of Safety, Health and Environment Engineering. She received her BEng (Chemical) and MEngSc (Chemical) from University Malaya in year 2003 and 2007 respectively. She completed her PhD (Chemical Engineering) in Newcastle University, United Kingdom in year 2013. She is a Professional Engineer registered in Board of Engineers Malaysia (2019) and  a Chartered Engineer registered in Engineering Council, UK (2018). She is a Member of Institution of Engineers Malaysia (MIEM) (2019) and Institute of Chemical Engineering Malaysia (MIChemE)(2018). Prior to academic position, she has worked in the water industry as a technical and project engineer. In her academic career span, she has published academic journals and conference papers, engaged in industrial consultations and presented invited talks. Her research interests are advanced process control and optimization in bioprocesses, waste recovery and management; environment health and quantitative risk assessment.

Dr. Michael Opoku Agyeman is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) of the IET, a Fellow of Higher Education Academy (UK) and, a Senior Member of the IEEE who is a Senior Lecturer and the Programme Leader of BEng, HND, MEng Computer Systems Engineering at the Department of Computing at the University of Northampton, UK. Michael is the 2018/19 Elected Senate representative for academic staff from the Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology (FAST) at the University of Northampton. He is an Associate member of the Chartered Management Institute (ACMI). Previously, he was with Intel Embedded System Research group of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) as a Research Fellow, where he worked on reliable wireless Network-on-Chip solutions. He received the PhD in Embedded and Distributed Systems from Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, in and the MSc. degree in Embedded and Distributed Systems from London South Bank University, UK. Michael received the BSc. (Hons.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana. Michael holds two teaching qualifications: Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) and Postgraduate Certificate in Research Degree Supervision (PGCert) from the University of Northampton. He is the author of 4 books, 2 book chapters and over 70 publications in major journals and conference proceedings. Michael’s research interest spans across 3 main strands and disciplines: 1. High Performance Computing and Embedded Systems (VLSI SoC design, computer architecture, reconfigurable computing, wired and wireless NoCs, smart rehabilitation solutions, embedded systems and Internet-of-Things (IoT)); 2. Business Administration (Neuromarketing, advertising and marketing research) and; 3. Pedagogy (student engagement in HE, problem-based learning and team-based learning ), all linked by his passion for emerging technologies and teaching. He has been a Guest Editor of the EAI Endorsed Transactions on Industrial Networks and Intelligent Systems. He is a technical committee member of over 10 conferences such as IEEE ICCSN, IEEE ICBDA and IEEE ICCT. He is also a reviewer of several conferences and journals including IEEE TVLSI and TCAD. His work on wireless NoC has attracted 2 best paper awards in IEEE/IFIP 14th International Conference on Embedded and Ubiquitous Computing in 2016 (EUC) and Euromicro Conference on Digital System Design (DSD) 2016, respectively. His research contribution on smart rehabilitation systems for stroke patients won the best paper in the poster session award at the International Symposium on Computer Science and Intelligent Control (ISCSIC) in 2019. He is the first winner of the Diamond Early Career Research Award at the University of Northampton in 2019. He is also the winner of the University of Northampton’s 2018 International Changemaker of the year award.

Dr. Singh is an esteemed Edupreneur and a Corporate leader whose career spans over two decades in the K-12, EdTech, Higher education and Corporate Leadership sectors. His work has garnered global recognition, epitomizing innovative leadership and a transformative impact on education.
Awards and Publications:
1. Number 1 Visionary Entrepreneur of 2024 in the Times of India. 2. Featured in Fortune 500 as the Edupreneur of Change. 3. Recognized in Forbes as the Edupreneur of India. 4. TEDx Keynote Speaker known for insights on originality and sustainability in Education. 5. Awarded Best Principal Performance Award 2019-20 by the Indian Government. 6. Published Research at Harvard Medical School on 'Early Childhood Cognitive Development Leading to Compassionate Leaders.' Corporate Experience: Field Communications Director, North, United Kingdom – Apple Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, United Kingdom – GE Capital EdTech and Educational Leadership: EdTech Visionary: Advanced digital and blended learning methodologies, ensuring seamless transitions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Philosophy and Advocacy: A fervent advocate for student-centric, environmentally conscious educational approaches, Dr. Singh believes in nurturing the unique capabilities of the younger generation, inspired by Nelson Mandela's philosophy. Dr. Singh's journey is a testament to his relentless pursuit of educational excellence and global collaboration. His diverse experience in corporate and educational sectors renders him an invaluable asset to Corporate Universities, Business Schools, and multinational corporations, driving forward-thinking strategies.

Dr. Chabi Gupta is an accomplished academic and researcher, currently affiliated to Amity University, India . She has made significant contributions to the fields of commerce, finance and technology. She has authored numerous international publications, including journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings. Her research interests span a wide range of topics, including cybersecurity, financial analytics, artificial intelligence, and blockchain applications. Additionally, she has been involved in the development of innovative technologies, such as IoT-based household health safety systems and novel disinfecting machines.

I am Dr. D. Rajaraman. I completed my MSc and PhD at Annamalai University in 2012 and 2017, respectively. My PhD focused on organic synthesis, funded by a UGC Major Research Project. I have one year of industrial experience as a quality controller and eight years of teaching experience. Currently, I am an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at St. Peters Engineering College. I have published 32 research articles and hold three patents. Additionally, I have attended various FDPs and refresher courses. I have organized five national webinars and online chemistry lectures. Under my guidance, one of my students completed their PhD in 2023, and I have mentored over 40 UG and PG students in their mini and major projects.

Professor Dr. Mardeni Roslee is the Chairman of the Centre of Wireless Technology and Deputy Director of the Research Management Centre at Multimedia University (MMU). He has served as President of MMU Mesra and was the Chairman of IEEE Malaysia Comsoc/VTS (2019-2020). Currently, he is the Vice-Chair of MyRaN ig, MY SET, and founder of Armada Smart Tech MR Sdn Bhd. A Chartered Engineer with the UK Engineering Council, he has published 154 papers with an h-index of 13. His research focuses on 5G/6G telecommunications, IoT, and radar communication. He has received 64 awards, including the Top Research Scientist in Malaysia 2020 and the 2022 IEEE Malaysia Outstanding Volunteer Award.

Dr Sufian Mousa Ibrahim Mitani is an experience industry researcher at Telekom Research & Development, Malaysia. His experience more to Telecommunication industry in the fields of Fixed Communication (Fiber & Copper), Mobile Communications, 5G, LTE, Radio Over Fiber, Software Defined Network/ Network Virtualization Function, Photonics, Optoelectronics, Semiconductor lasers, in order to promote the cutting edge technologies and contribute to the advancement of the nation’s economy as well, where his skills, experience, industrial and academic background will greatly enhance the nation’s success and his own personal career. Several years of experience combined between industrial applications, teaching, academic and industrial research in the field of Mobile Communications, Passive Optical Networks & Optoelectronics, 5G, SDN/NFV Network; specializing mainly in the area of Wired & Wireless Connectivity Technology. He has been leading a very well established and qualified teams at various fields of connectivity technology where many of his projects have been adopted and employed at Telekom Malaysia as a service provider. In this proposal, his roles more to general idea, general concept, monitoring and management the project in overall.

Dr. Mahesh Bundele has completed his Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Power in 1986 from Nagpur University and immediately joined as Lecturer in Electronics at Babasaheb Naik College of Engineering Pusad, Yavatmal District. He did his Master’s in Electrical Power System from Amravati University in 1990 and was appointed at the post of Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering in the same Institute in the year 1993. He was promoted to the post of Professor and Head of Computer Science Engineering & Information Technology in August 2006. He did his doctoral degree from Amaravati University in Computer Science & Engineering with a topic “Design and Implementation of Wearable Computing System for the Prevention of Road Accidents”. While working he has handled various portfolios related to design and development of curriculum, Design and execution of laboratories, electrical installations including substation design & erection, street lights etc. He has worked on various Wi-Fi/ Wi-Max based system designs and implementations for college and Pusad city villages. He has guided many research projects at UG and PG level on various applications in Electrical, Electronics & Computer Sciences. He has designed and executed various LT & HT electrical installations. He was also appointed as Principal of Babsaheb Naik College of Engineering, Pusad from March 2011. He has worked in various capacities such as, member Board of Studies, Chief-Valuation officer etc at University level. He has also worked for getting ISI to Krishak Motor pumps at Amravati. He has visited US, UK, China and Malaysia for research presentations. He has worked as Dean R&D at Poornima University, Jaipur during 2011- 2018. From 1st September 2018, he is working as Principal and Director of Poornima College of Engineering, Jaipur. While working at Poornima University, he has established unique R&D processes for Masters and Doctoral programmes. He also established and executed rules, policies and regulations in this regard. At Poornima College of Engineering he has established unique teaching-learning processes and implemented Outcome Based Education system in the Institute. He has delivered many invited talks and has been on advisory committees of IEEE International Conferences. He has published more than 50 research papers in National and International conferences and journals. He is senior member of IEEE, Life member of ISTE and IEI and the member of ACM. He has worked as Secretary in IEEE Rajasthan Subsection and also as Membership Development Chair in IEEE Rajasthan Subsection. He is member standing committee member for Technical and Professional activities at IEEE Delhi Section and also a member of execom IEEE Delhi Section. Currently he is Chair in Jaipur ACM Professional Chapter and playing active role in ACM activities. He is having total 38 years of teaching including 7 years of research. While working at Poornima since 2011, he has developed unique R&D processes and curriculum and executed at Master and Doctoral level. He has worked majorly on human health issues. He is working research projects on Indian Rail Crack Detection and Monitoring and Micro-grid design and implementation in un-electrified villages of Rajasthan. His areas of research interest are Wearable & Pervasive Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Software Defined Networking, Wireless Sensor Networks, Smart Grids, Micro Grids etc. He has organized and chaired many IEEE, ACM, Elsevier and Springer international conferences and workshops and delivered keynote addresses. He is member of SAE Northern Section and has initiated SAE club in Poornima College of Engineering, Jaipur and motivated students and faculty members to organize numerous activities under the club. He has motivated students of PCE to participate in various competitions of SAE. Students have also won the prizes. He took significant efforts to form SAE Jaipur division and organized meeting of officials at Jaipur in this regard.

Suhizaz Sudin is a senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) with over 20 years of experience in computing, networking, and system development. He specializes in cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT), and big data applications. He has been involved in academic and industry roles, contributing to various technological innovations. In 2016, he was appointed to the National Cybersecurity Task Force by the Malaysia Science Academy. His research interests span from encryption algorithms to system optimization, often focusing on mobile network security and sports technology. His research primarily revolves around several key areas in computing, focusing on system development, cybersecurity, and the application of technology in various fields, including sports engineering. His work frequently involves encryption algorithms, network security, and the development of secure systems for both web and mobile platforms. One of his notable early studies includes an analysis of encryption algorithms for text length size on web browsers, addressing the performance and security trade-offs in different algorithmic approaches. His work also extends into strategic information system planning, comparing practices between countries like Malaysia and New Zealand. This cross-cultural analysis explored how businesses in both countries approach information system implementation, reflecting his broader interest in how technological practices differ globally. Suhizaz has made significant contributions to the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data, particularly in their application to sports and agriculture. For example, he worked on developing chatbots for dynamic web-based knowledge management systems in small-scale agriculture, showcasing his versatility in applying technology to diverse sectors. One of his key contributions to cybersecurity includes studies on mobile network vulnerabilities, where he analysed emerging threats and challenges in securing personal area networks. This focus on mobile networks reflects his broader interest in securing digital communication systems against new forms of cyber threats. In recent years, he has also ventured into sports technology, with his research on blockchain technology's impact on the sports industry and the development of automated systems for scoring in sports events. His role as the Head of the Computing Group within the Sports Engineering Research Centre at UniMAP has allowed him to lead projects that merge his expertise in computing with the evolving field of sports engineering. Suhizaz Sudin has played key roles in academic administration and research supervision, particularly in his capacity at Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP). As a senior lecturer and the Head of the Computing Group within the Sports Engineering Research Centre, he oversees several research initiatives that bridge the gap between traditional computing and applied technology in sports. His leadership responsibilities involve guiding teams in the development of IoT systems, big data applications, and cybersecurity measures for sports-related projects. In terms of research supervision, Suhizaz has mentored numerous graduate students and junior researchers, particularly in fields such as encryption technology, mobile network security, and system development. His supervisory role is not limited to technical expertise but extends to the practical application of these technologies, especially in interdisciplinary areas like sports engineering and agriculture. His involvement in sports technology projects—like the development of automated scoring systems and blockchain applications in sports—further emphasizes his administrative capability in managing diverse, high-impact research. His administrative duties also involve fostering collaboration across different research areas, ensuring that projects are not only innovative but also aligned with broader national and international technological trends. Suhizaz Sudin possesses extensive technical knowledge and experience, particularly in the fields of cybersecurity, encryption, Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and system development. His expertise spans over 20 years, during which he has made significant contributions to both academia and industry. Suhizaz’s technical strengths lie in his ability to integrate complex computing technologies into practical solutions for various domains, including mobile networks, sports technology, and agriculture Overall, Suhizaz Sudin's strengths lie in his deep technical knowledge, his ability to apply computing solutions to real-world problems, and his leadership in pushing the boundaries of innovation in cybersecurity, IoT, and sports technology.

Dr. Jameel Qurashi pursued his Bachelors in Computer Applications from University of Kashmir in 2011 and Master in Computer Applications from University of Kashmir in year 2014. He was awarded with Ph.D. Degree in 2020 from Department of Computer and System Sciences, Jaipur National University, Jaipur. He is currently working as Associate Professor in Poornima University. The Previous work organizations include Chandigarh University, JNU Jaipur, Kashmir University, RBL Bank and Dynacode. He was granted Quarterly Franklin Membership from London Journals United kingdoms in 2019 and awarded with Young Researcher award 2020 by INSC Bangalore. His Publications include various research papers in reputed international, national journals and conferences including IEEE. He has also contributed in writing book chapters published by CRC Press IN TAYLOR & FRANCIS, Rout and ledge  and published 4 patents in IPR.   The main research work focuses on Software Security, NFR Security, Hybrid Architectural security and Privacy, Algorithmic analysis, IoT and Computational Intelligence based education. He has guided Masters  students and currently  supervising 5  Ph.D. Candidates. Thereby concluding 8 years of Research Experience.

"Dr. Asmarani Ahmad Puzi is an Assistant Professor at the Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). She holds a PhD and BSc in Mechatronics Engineering from IIUM, where her research focused on developing robotic systems for medical rehabilitation, particularly for patients with upper limb spasticity.  With over a decade of research experience, Dr. Asmarani has authored more than 20 publications in high-impact journals, covering topics like machine learning, IoT, signal analysis, and embedded system design. Her interdisciplinary work integrates engineering solutions with medical applications, contributing significantly to the field of rehabilitation technology. She has also collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop spasticity models and adaptive control strategies for neurological disorder patients. Beyond academia, Dr. Asmarani brings industry experience from her time at Epson Precision Malaysia, where she worked as a software engineer. She excels in software design, machine development, and semiconductor technology. Her technical proficiency extends to a variety of programming languages and tools, including Python, MATLAB, Simulink, and LabVIEW. Dr. Asmarani is passionate about community engagement and social entrepreneurship, exemplified by her involvement in projects like Masyarakat Kitchen, which earned her the Takrim Award for Social Entrepreneurship in 2024. She is also dedicated to teaching, offering courses on computer organization, data structures, and mathematics for computing, and is committed to inspiring the next generation of engineers and technologists. Her diverse expertise and contributions have made her a recognized figure in both academic and professional circles, with achievements that reflect her dedication to innovation, education, and societal impact."

Rani Wemel
Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer (COO) LTT Global Communications Sdn Bhd | MyMobileUniversity Member with UNGAID, Open Education Europa ,Mentor for Cherie Blair Foundation UK, Talent Corp Malaysia, Technology Park Malaysia, Romanian Tech Startups Association ,Fellow of the National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (NFED), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. From a law lecturer to a Edu-Tech trailblazer, her journey has always been fueled by innovation and a deep commitment to making a lasting impact through education. In 2003, I pioneered the SMS-ME-ENGLISH program, transforming a simple Nokia phone into a powerful tool for learning. This initiative not only helped students in China master English but became the world’s first mobile learning certification—proving that education truly knows no boundaries. What began at her dining table has grown into a global mission. Driven by the belief that education should be accessible and affordable for all, she curates digital learning platforms recognized by global organizations such as the United Nations, OECD, and ITU’s Partner2Connect program. Today, her platforms empower individuals and organisations across Malaysia, Indonesia, Nepal, Philippines, Uganda, and beyond, aligning with 7 of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. She said is passionate about driving real change, ensuring that education transforms lives and entire communities. A portion of our earnings supports initiatives that uplift women, youth, people with special needs, and refugees, providing tools for a brighter future. She has witnessed firsthand the power of education to break cycles of poverty, enhance livelihoods, and foster growth—not just for individuals, but for entire communities. Her recognition include Asia’s Inspirational Female Business Leader, Amazon Web’s Women Founder, and Global Woman Leader further underscores the global impact of my work. As Director of E-learning for Kiwanis Malaysia Academy, I continue to champion education, particularly for children with special needs. Her most recent recognition is she is 1 out 5 women in Asia Pacific featured in the APEC Report prepared by the Global Innovation Forum@National Foreign Trade Council Foundation, Washington …for the APEC Convention in Peru 2024.

Prof. Mardeni is a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and main founder of Armada Smart Tech MR Sdn Bhd and Chairman of Centre of Wireless Technology, Centre of Excellence, Multimedia University, Malaysia. His current research interests are 5G/6G telecommunication, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and radar communication. In professional association, he was a Chairman of Institute of Electrical and Electronics (IEEE) Communication Society/Vehicular Technology Society. He is a registered Chartered Engineer with Engineering Council United Kingdom, and Member with The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK and a Senior Member IEEE (SMIEEE). He appointed as a Visiting Professor at 10 abroad Universities and at national and international level and has been involved in industry Consultation with some companies locally and internationally. He was invited as Keynote Speaker for 30 International conferences at 16 countries such as at Thailand, China, Australia, Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Japan, French, United Kingdom, Spain, Canada, New Zealand, Romania, India and Turkey for 2009-2024. At international conferences, he hold position as General Chair of 11 conferences globally. His contributions to academic and the engineering professional over the years have earned him recognitions nationally and internationally, He is the recipient of more than 100 research awards locally and internationally including Top Research Scientist in Malaysia in 2020 from Academy of Science Malaysia.

Dr Noor Zaman Jhanjhi is currently working as Professor, Director Center for Smart society 5.0 [CSS5], and Cluster Head for Cybersecurity cluster, at School of Computer Science and Engineering, Faculty of Innovation and Technology, Taylor’s University, Malaysia. He is supervising a great number of Postgraduate students mainly in the cybersecurity for Data Science. Cybersecurity research cluster has extensive research collaboration globally with several institutions and professionals. Dr Jhanjhi is Associate Editor and Editorial Assistant Board for several reputable journals including IEEE Access Journal, PeerJ Computer Science, PC member for several IEEE conferences worldwide, and guest editor for the reputed indexed journals. Active reviewer for a series of Q1 journals, has been awarded globally as a top 1% reviewer by Publons (Web of Science). He has been awarded as outstanding Associate Editor by IEEE Access for the year 2020. He has high indexed publications in WoS/ISI/SCI/Scopus, and his collective research Impact factor is more than 300 points as of first half of 2021. He has international Patents on his account, edited/authored more than 29 research books published by world-class publishers. He has a great experience of supervising and co-supervising postgraduate students, an ample number of PhD and Master students graduated under his supervision. He is an external PhD/Master thesis examiner/evaluator for several universities globally. He has completed more than 22 international funded research grants successfully. He has served as Keynote speaker for several international conferences, presented several Webinars worldwide, chaired international conference sessions. His research areas include, Cybersecurity, IoT security, Wireless security, Data Science, Software Engineering, UAVs.

Aida Mustapha received her B.Sc. degree in Computer Science from Michigan Technological University, Masters of Computer Science from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, and Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence from Universiti Putra Malaysia. At present, she is the Deputy Vice- Chancellor (Research & Innovation) at Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA). She is also the lead trainer for Akademi Intelek dan Data Analitik (AI.DA), responsible for Microsoft professional certification programs for both students, academics, and industry partners. She has published more than 450 refereed publications in the area of Soft Computing, Data Mining, Computational Linguistics and Software Agents. Her main passion is pursuing the area of natural language studies and application of natural language processing to holy texts, in particular the Quran. She is also the Chief Editor for Journal of Quranic Sciences and Research, Member of ISO/TC 204 Intelligent Transport Systems, Member of Malaysia Board of Technologist, and Member of International Association of Counselors and Therapists.

Prof. Dr. Sher Afghan Khan graduated from Z. H. College of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India, in 1982 with a BSc.Engineering, and M.Tech from Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India in 1984. He began his career as a senior scientific officer at the Armament Research and Development, Defense Research and Development Organization, Ministry of Defense, India, from 1984 to 1993. He has worked with the late former President of India, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. Who was the scientific adviser to the Defense Minister and also the Director General of Research and Development? He was appointed as an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, in 1993 and later promoted to Professor in 2001. He served as Principal/Dean of Research and Academic Director at P. A. College of Engineering, Mangalore, Karnataka, India, and also at Bearys Institute of Technology, Mangalore, Karnataka, India, from 2004 to 2014. He also served as the Principal of Z.H. College of Engineering & Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, from September 2014 to May 1, 2015. He has guided four Ph.D. students, and five are currently working under him. He has published research articles in national and international journals.

Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Sharifah Rafidah Wan Alwi, FASc, is a Professor at the Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and co-founder of Optimal Systems Engineering Sdn Bhd. She is a leading expert in sustainable engineering, energy efficiency, and Pinch Analysis, having led over 80 research and 17 industrial projects, and trained engineers from more than 200 companies. She served as Director of UTM’s Process Systems Engineering Centre (2011–2021) and is a certified AEMAS Energy Manager trainer and Registered Energy Manager (Type 1 & 2). Prof. Sharifah has received numerous national and international awards, including the ASEAN-US Science Prize for Women, Green Talents (Germany), and Malaysia’s National Young Scientist Award. She has been recognized by Asian Scientist as one of Asia’s top scientists and contributes as Associate Editor and board member for multiple international journals. She is also a Fellow of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia and actively promotes science leadership through various national platforms.

Professor Dr. Intan Zaurah Mat Darus is a Professor at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). She holds a First Class B.Eng. (Hons.) from the University of Wales College Cardiff (1998) and a Ph.D. in Automatic Control and Systems Engineering from the University of Sheffield (2004). Her research focuses on instrumentation and control, system modeling and simulation, thermal energy, automotive and robotic systems, and artificial intelligence. She has published over 250 papers, received more than 30 research grants and awards, and supervised over 60 postgraduate students, including 20 Ph.D. graduates. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Professor Intan has held several academic leadership roles at UTM, including Deputy Dean, Head of Department, and Director of the Centre of Academic Experiential Learning. She currently serves as Chair of the School of Undergraduate Studies, overseeing academic programs, internships, and experiential learning for over 16,000 students. She also contributes internationally as an editorial board member for journals in noise control and AI research.

Hakikur Rahman is a distinguished academic with over 30 years of experience serving leading educational institutions in Bangladesh and abroad. He is currently Professor and Chair of Computer Science and Engineering at the International Standard University (ISU), and Director at the Ansted University Sustainability Research Institute in Malaysia. Previously, he served as Professor and Dean of the School of Engineering at Presidency University, and before that, as Professor of CSE at the Asian University of Bangladesh. He also held the position of Associate Professor and Chair of CSE at BRAC University, and was a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the University of Minho, Portugal, under the Centro Algoritmi. Dr. Rahman has made significant contributions to ICT for Development (ICT4D), leading projects funded by ADB, EU, UNDP, and the World Bank. His research focuses on computer education, ICTs, knowledge management, open innovation, data mining, and e-government. He has authored and edited over 25 books, contributed more than 60 book chapters, and published over 200 articles in newspapers, journals, and conference proceedings. He is also actively engaged in the WSIS Forum and IGF sessions. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from BUET in 1981, a Master’s in Engineering from the American University of Beirut in 1986, and holds two PhDs—one in Computer Engineering from Ansted University, BVI, UK (2001), and another in ICT from Empresarial University of Costa Rica (2011). Dr. Rahman currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of ICT and Human Development (IJICTHD) and the International Journal of Knowledge Management (IJKM).

Associate Professor Hassanudin Mohd Thas Thaker, Ph.D., International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia.Dr. Hassanudin Mohd Thas Thaker is an Associate Professor of financial economics at the Department of Economics, Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences, and Research Fellow at the Centre for Islamic Economics, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). His expertise includes international trade, crowdfunding, financial economics, Islamic finance, fintech, ESG, and affordable housing. He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) from Lancaster University, UK, and actively engages in research and industry grants. With more than 100+ research articles, he received numerous accolades, including Best Paper, Distinguished Paper Award, the Emerald Literati Outstanding Paper Award, and the Vice-Chancellor’s Research Award. In addition, he has co- organized the Foundations of Islamic Finance Conference since 2019. With sustainability and inclusivity as his primary research focuses, he is currently looking at the potential by linking Islamic finance and economics in bridging these gaps.

Professor Mardeni Roslee is a Professor and Chairman of CWT, Multimedia University, Malaysia. His current research interests are 5G/6G telecommunication, UAV, Internet of Things, radar and sensing technology. He also the CEO and main founder of Armada Smart Tech MR Sdn Bhd registered with SSM. He is a registered Chartered Engineer with Engineering Council United Kingdom, and Member with The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK. He has publication of 250 papers published in indexed Scopus and Web of Science. His experiences include consultation, professional institution and academic sectors. He was invited as 40 keynote speaker for at worldwide international conferences and been invited by IEEE international conference at 20 countries such as at United Kingdom, Spain, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, Thailand, China, Australia, Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, French, Romania, India, Turkey, etc. His contributions to academic and the engineering professional over the years have earned him recognitions nationally and internationally, he has awarded more than 100 International/local awards including recipient of VTS Chapter of the Year Award 2017 from Canada, Excellence in European Creativity Special Award 2018 from Romania, World Invention Special Award 2019 from World Invention Intellectual Property Associations Korea, Outstanding Researcher Award 2020 from VTS, USA, Global Challenge Award 2022 from Japan, Top Research Scientists in Malaysia and Fellow of Nation Academy Science Malaysia Award.

Dr. Sufian Mitani has completed his Ph.D. from Microelectronic and Nanotechnology lab, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur in 2000. He has joined TM Research & Development Innovation Center in 2001, He has Several years of experience combined between industrial applications, teaching, academic and industrial research in the field of Mobile Communications, LTE, Passive Optical Networks & Optoelectronics, 5G, SDN/NFV Network; specializing mainly in the area of Wired & Wireless Connectivity Technology. His experience also includes Optical Components and Radio Over Fiber at different frequencies ranging from mm-wave to low frequency and an excellent background in physical, optical, structural and electrical analysis instrumentation. Currently, he is leading the strategy of Intelligent Network at TM R&D Innovation Center. He has been leading a very well established and qualified teams at various fields of connectivity technology where many of his projects have been adopted and employed at Telekom Malaysia as a service provider. Dr. Sufian has over 20 patents, 300 international papers and more than 30 international awards. His interests now in 5G Network.

Dr. Farman Ali serving as an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering at Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Pakistan, where he also oversees the Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) and serves on the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Committee. Dr. Ali’s research expertise lies in 6G, UAV communications, optical networks, AI integration in wireless systems, and free-space optics, with over 70 peer-reviewed international publications and numerous IEEE conference contributions to his credit. He has led and contributed to several internationally funded research projects, including those supported by the China National Key R&D Program, Polish Ministry of Science, Najran University (Saudi Arabia), Silesian University of Technology (Poland), Taif University (Saudi Arabia), Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (EU), and the Korean Ministry of SMEs. Actively engaged in global research collaborations across China, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Poland, Spain, and Malaysia.His ongoing research encompasses advanced modulation techniques, 6G channel modeling, UAV-to-ship/ground communication, and AI-enabled optical systems.

Dr. Kiran C. More is an accomplished academic and researcher in Mechanical Engineering, currently serving as a Professor at D.Y. University, Pune. With a Ph.D. from Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat, Dr. More specializes in thermal systems, mechanical design, and engineering optimization. He has guided multiple Ph.D. scholars, published over 50 peer- reviewed papers, authored books and book chapters, and holds several patents. He has been recognized internationally, including the Singapore International Educational Excellence Award in 2024 and the Young Achiever Award in 2019. Dr. More has served as a reviewer for reputed journals from Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, and others. He is actively involved in academic leadership, curriculum development, and fostering research and industry collaborations. Dr. More’s professional memberships include ISTE, IAENG, InSc, IFERP, and SCRC. His contributions to the field continue to impact both academic and industrial sectors, particularly in the areas of heat exchanger optimization, electric vehicle technologies, and computational design.

Prof. Karanam Pushpanadham is a distinguished professor of Educational Management at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Gujarat, where he leads the Department of Educational Administration. With over 30 years of experience, he has contributed extensively to research, teaching, and educational leadership. He serves as the Officer on Special Duty for Ph.D. Programs and as the Coordinator for the implementation of the National Education Policy (2020) at the university, liaising with the Ministry of Education, Government of Gujarat. A native of Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, he completed his education at Andhra University, the Regional Institute of Education (NCERT), Mysore, and earned his M.Phil. and Ph.D. from MSU Baroda. Prof. Pushpanadham has held visiting professorships at several international institutions, including those in Sweden, Denmark, Ireland, Portugal, and Southeast Asia. He coordinates international research on digitalisation in higher education under the ASEM LLL Hub and has represented India in expert groups on AI and digitalisation. His current work includes global citizenship education, rural transformation, and leadership development. He is a member of national academic bodies like NCTE, NAAC, and NCERT, and has played key roles in curriculum development and policy-making. He has guided ten Ph.D. scholars and continues to supervise doctoral research in Education and Educational Management.

Dr Fazla Rabby is a successful entrepreneur, researcher, and academic leader, currently serving as Director at the Stanford Institute of Management and Technology, where he provides strategic oversight of academic programs and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. With extensive experience in teaching and research, he has authored publications across multiple domains, demonstrating a strong engagement with emerging trends and innovative practices. Renowned for cultivating interactive and stimulating learning environments, Dr Fazla integrates lectures, workshops, and seminars to enhance critical thinking and student development. He is an active member of esteemed professional bodies, including the Australian Computer Society, IEEE, and the Australian Marketing Association, contributing significantly to both academia and industry."

Dr. Karabi Sikdar is currently working as a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at BMS Institute of Technology & Management, Bangalore, India (Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum-18, India). From August 2005 to July 2008, she worked at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India as a Postdoctoral Fellow. She received her PhD degree from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India in the year 2004. She has been a Member of the Editorial Board of Deep Science Publishing since 17th May 2025, and a Member of the Editorial Board of GRD Journals since 19th April 2019. Her main research interests include continuous- and discrete-time queueing systems and its applications. She has published research papers in various journals such as Asian Pacific Journal of Health Sciences, SN Computer Science, OPSEARCH, Applied Mathematical Modelling, International Journal of Operational Research, International Journal of Mathematics in Operational Research, Quality Technology and Quantitative Management, Performance Evaluation, Computers and Operations Research, Applied Mathematics and Computation, and Journal of Applied Mathematics and Stochastic Analysis.

Richard Self is a Senior Lecturer in Governance of Advanced and Emerging Technologies at the University of Derby in the UK. He gained his business background during 30 years at Rolls-Royce before changing to academia in 2002. His approach to students is not to teach answers, rather he inspires, challenges, mentors and guides his students to find important questions and then how to research to find relevant answers for the specific context using interdisciplinary approaches. He guides the students into their own experiences in order to find the insightful questions that motivates them to their best work. His focus is on inspiring students to evaluate their personal and employability skills and then to develop their full range of skills in order to become the most employable graduates in the market. This is based on applying the research into a range of teaching and assessment approaches that can demonstrate measurable improvements in their academic skills and in their transferable skills. This research is published at conferences and in journals. His focus, in terms of governance, is to understand how technology should be selected in order to solve specific business problems based on a careful analysis of the business requirements. He has been researching the development and trustworthiness of GenAI with his postgraduate and undergraduate students ever since ChatGPT burst onto the scene. This has led him to carefully consider the business case for Generative AI and the questions that must be asked before starting on the adventure of implementing it into businesses and the consequences of LLMs in an educational setting. Richard is a regularly invited keynote speaker at UK and international business and academic conferences where he always provides the audience with the important questions for evaluating their business needs and technologies.

Dr. C. Ranjeeth Kumar is a seasoned academician and researcher with over 15 years of teaching and leadership experience in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. He currently serves as Dean of Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Professor at G. Pullaiah College of Engineering and Technology, Kurnool. Dr.C.Ranjeeth Kumar earned his Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, and specializes in AI, machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision applications. A prolific researcher, he has authored numerous publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals and holds two granted patents with additional patents filed. He has successfully led industry-funded projects with organizations such as Rolls-Royce, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, GE Healthcare, and L&T Technology Services, contributing to AI-driven innovations in manufacturing and healthcare. Dr.C. Ranjeeth Kumar is a certified NVIDIA Deep Learning Instructor and an advocate for innovation, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. His contributions extend to mentoring students for international hackathons, guiding start-up initiatives, and delivering workshops and training programs in emerging technologies. Recognized with multiple awards, including the Faculty of the Year Award and NVIDIA accolades, Dr. C.Ranjeeth Kumar remains committed to advancing technology education and driving impactful AI solutions.

Prof. Dr. Ali Taani is a distinguished Professor of Astrophysics and Space Science, currently serving as the Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Science for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research Affairs at Al- Balqa Applied University in Jordan. His extensive experience spans diverse academic and research collaborations in China, Europe, and the UAE, enabling him to contribute significantly to both national and international scientific organizations and initiatives. Prof. Taani earned his Ph.D. in Astrophysics and Space Science in 2013 from the National Astronomical Observatories (NAOC), University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, becoming the first Arab and international student to achieve this distinction. His remarkable research accomplishments earned him a one-year seniority in promotion to Full Professor Rank in 2023 due to his distinguished contributions at Al- Balqa Applied University. He was also awarded the prestigious third place in the Best Research Paper in Physics competition by COMSTECH and received the esteemed EARG Award for Excellence in Research and Development from the MathTech Thinking Foundation in 2024, further highlighting his impact on the field. In 2018, Prof. Taani was granted the PIFI Fellowship by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, allowing him to serve as a visiting scientist at the Institute of High Energy Physics and the NAOC. He has authored over 65 publications in internationally peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, covering diverse topics in astronomy and space science. Prof. Taani has actively participated in and organized over 50 workshops and public lectures on astronomy and space science across Jordan, the UAE, Tunisia, and Egypt. His efforts to popularize science have inspired many aspiring astronomers in the Arab world. Moreover, he has been featured in over 200 TV and radio interviews and numerous newspaper articles, addressing public topics related to astronomy and space science both locally and internationally. Beyond his academic endeavors, Prof. Taani is dedicated to community engagement, particularly supporting underprivileged groups such as Syrian refugees in Jordan. He has led comprehensive education programs that combine fun and educational activities, one notable success being the mentoring of Abbas Faouri, a Syrian refugee who developed STEM skills under Prof. Taani's guidance. This mentorship helped Faouri secure a position as a lab instructor at a private school in Amman, despite lacking formal teaching qualifications. Prof. Taani also supervised teams of students in the prestigious NASA Space Apps Challenge 2023 and 2024. Their projects focused on designing eco-friendly, reusable tools for astronomy enthusiasts, including special eclipse glasses that protect the eyes from radiation while emphasizing sustainability. To date, Prof. Taani has supervised and co-supervised over 40 M.Sc. and B.Sc. graduation projects in astronomy and space science. Many of his students have pursued advanced studies abroad, further extending the impact of his mentorship and research in the field.