Academic staff

Dr. Sherif Moussa received his Ph.D in Electrical and Computer Engineering from University of Quebec Trois-Riviers, Canada, and his MSc degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering form University of Waterloo, Canada. His research areas are wireless communication, computer networks, machine learning, and digital circuit design. Dr.

Dr. Firuz Kamalov is a Professor of Mathematics and Machine Learning at Canadian University Dubai, where he has been a faculty member since 2011. Recognized as a Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% Scientist, Dr. Kamalov is a distinguished academic with a prolific research portfolio comprising over 150 publications spanning mathematics, machine learning, time series analysis, and education. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Nebraska, a Graduate Certificate in Data Science from Harvard University, and a BA in Mathematics and Economics with Honors from Macalester College.

Dr. Samy El-Tawab is a Professor of Computer Science and Chair of the Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Sciences in the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology at Canadian University Dubai.

He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Old Dominion University, an M.Sc. in Computer Science specializing in Computer Networks, and a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Alexandria University in Egypt.

Dr. Haythem El-Messiry is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Canadian University Dubai. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Ulm in Germany, specializing in Computer Vision. It was during this time that he developed his skills and laid the foundations for a career dedicated to innovation and education. As a faculty member, Dr. El-Messiry is renowned as an active and passionate educator.

Dr. Ziad Elkhatib holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, along with an M.A.Sc., from Carleton University, Canada, and B.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ottawa Canada. Currently an Assistant Professor at Canadian University Dubai; in the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology; he brings years of industry design experience in communication integrated circuits and semiconductors from companies Nortel Networks, Harris Corporation, Corel Corporation, Chrysalis-ITS Semiconductor, and Itron Inc USA, where he also served as an Adjunct Professor.

Dr. Tamer Mohamed is an academic and professional leader with over 20 years of experience across higher education, research, and industry. His expertise includes software analytics, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, and data-driven decision systems, supported by prior experience as a Project and Program Manager at Hewlett-Packard (HP). He has published extensively in Q1 journals and top IEEE conferences while overseeing program development, faculty growth, and international collaborations. Dr.

Dr. Mohamed Gharib is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Electrical Engineering in the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology at Canadian University Dubai.

Dr. Mehak Khurana is an accomplished and dedicated Certified Ethical Hacker (CEHv11) with an illustrious career spanning over 15 years in the fields of research and teaching. She is currently serving as an Associate Professor at Canadian University Dubai. Previously, she was with Ahlia University, Bahrain, where she contributed her extensive expertise to advancing the various upcoming fields. She received Instructor One-Year Service Badge from Huawei ICT Academy in recognition of her dedicated teaching and contribution. Before moving to Bahrain, Dr.

Dr. MohammadNoor Injadat, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Sciences; with the School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology; at Canadian University Dubai. Dr. Injadat earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Software Engineering – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) from the University of Western Ontario, Canada, where his research focused on optimized machine learning models towards intelligent systems.

Abdulhamid Alsbakhi is a Lecturer in the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology at Canadian University Dubai, with over 13 years of experience in the higher education sector, including 5 years in academic teaching roles. He specializes in teaching Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networking, Computer Fundamentals, and Management Information Systems across both Engineering and Business schools.

Ahmed Seyam is a Lab Instructor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Science at Canadian University Dubai. He holds a master’s degree in Software Engineering, with a specialization in artificial intelligence; with over seven years of extensive teaching experience in computer science. His research is centered around the dynamic field of text mining with AI.

Dr. Yasir Faheem is an Associate Professor of Cyber Security and Computer Science at the Canadian University Dubai, where he also serves as Program Coordinator for the BSc Cyber Security program. With over 14 years of international academic and research experience across the UAE, Pakistan, and France, he specializes in cybersecurity, computer networks, IoT systems, and AI-enabled digital infrastructures.

• Doctor of Engineering in Computer Science
  Technische Universität Chemnitz, Germany
• Assistant Professor
• arash.kolankeh@cud.ac.ae

Dr. Najla Al Futaisi is a thought-leading expert in integrating artificial intelligence across various industries, including education, energy, fashion, and beyond. Her acclaim involves leveraging the power of AI to enhance and optimize processes, elevate user experiences, and drive innovation within these key sectors. She holds the position of Assistant Professor of AI at Canadian University Dubai (CUD).

Dr. Sahil Garg is an Associate Professor at the School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology, Canadian University, Dubai, where he also leads the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MScAI) program as the Program Coordinator. He chairs the AI/ML Research Group at CUD, which focuses on advancing innovative research and applications in the field. 

Dr. Turker Turker received his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Yildiz Technical University in Istanbul, Türkiye, in 2010. He has worked in academia since 2002, gaining extensive experience in teaching, research, and development. He has supervised numerous undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students on their theses and dissertations.

Dr. Ahmed El Sayed, is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics in the School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology; at Canadian University Dubai. He holds a Master of Science in Mathematics from the American University of Sharjah and a Doctorate Degree in Mathematics from Utara University in Malaysia. Dr. El Sayed's research focuses on Fuzzy Logic, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, and Fuzzy Regression Analysis. With 16 years of teaching experience, he has published many articles in highly indexed journals.

Reem Al Sayegh serves as an Academic Support Officer in the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology. She holds a Master of Science Degree in Business Administration – Track Marketing (2022) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (2020), both from the American University of Science and Technology in Lebanon. Mrs. Al Sayegh has extensive experience in academic support, coordination, and administration across the higher education sector.