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UoS Hosts International Conferences of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Under the patronage and presence of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, the College of Computing and Informatics at the University of Sharjah launched the 17th IEEE/ACM International Conference on Cloud Computing and the IEEE/ACM 11th International Conference on Big Data Computing, Applications, and Technologies (UCC 2024 and BDCAT 2024). In attendance was also His Excellency Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Government Relations, and Chairman of the Advisory Council of the College. The conferences were held over a one-week period at Al Zahra Auditorium.
The opening ceremony of the conferences began with a speech by Prof. Hamid M. K. Al Naimiy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, in which he stressed the importance of these international conferences that bring together researchers and specialists from all over the world to discuss the latest developments in the fields of cloud computing and big data analysis to enhance scientific research and global cooperation. He expressed his thanks and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and President of the University of Sharjah, for his continuous support of the University’s research and academic endeavors. He also highlighted that the College of Computing and Informatics at the University continues its pioneering mission through advanced academic and research programs that contribute to developing innovative solutions to serve the community, such as robotics and computing applications in medicine and education. These programs also enhance the skills of its students and prepare them to face the challenges of the future.
In his opening remarks, Prof. Abbas Amira, Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics and the chair of the conferences, explained that the conferences present an important platform that brings together academia, the industry and research entities to discuss the latest developments in the fields of big data computing, cloud computing and future technologies, noting that these technologies open new horizons in simulating, analyzing and improving complex systems, and contribute to technological progress, innovation and the development of sustainable solutions. He also stressed that the discussions would inspire new partnerships in the fields of technology and innovation that would lead to the building of a better future for all.
Prof. Fatih Kurugllu, from the College of Computing and Informatics at the University of Sharjah and the conference chair, presented a session in which he highlighted some key statistics, facts, and figures related to the current editions of the two conferences hosted and organized by the University of Sharjah. In addition, Dr. Ashiq Anjum from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom, who serves as the overall chair of the conference provided an overview of the history of the conferences, which previously have been organized in several countries around the world.
The conferences are attended by over 150 researchers representing various academic and industrial specializations. Featuring approximately 120 research papers from 36 countries, the conferences address the latest discoveries in the fields of cloud computing and big data computing. They also feature keynote speeches by prominent scientists and experts in the field including Dr. Marwan Diba from Khalifa University who presented his project on the role of artificial intelligence in transforming education in the United Arab Emirates. In addition, Dr. Aad Van Moorsel from the University of Birmingham, UK, Dr. Manish Parashar from the University of Utah, USA, Dr. Matti Yetta, an IT consultant for governments and industries from the United Kingdom, and Dr. Georgios Theodoropoulos from the Southern University of Science and Technology in China participated in discussions on topics such as evaluating cloud computing, the democratization of science through digital continuity, and the role of technology in sustainability.
Furthermore, seven interactive workshops will be held throughout the week, covering a range of topics, including embedded intelligence, cloud computing, and Artificial Intelligence. The workshops will focus on connecting big data with embedded systems, as well as the latest developments in cloud computing and edge computing in application management. Additionally, the workshops will address the integration of cloud computing with the Internet of Things (IoT), the security challenges in these interconnected environments, and how to ensure reliability and security in cloud services. The use of blockchain technology to enhance efficiency and security in cyber-physical smart systems will also be discussed. The conferences will also feature parallel presentation sessions discussing topics such as machine learning for specialized applications, artificial intelligence and network optimization, scalable data exploration, and innovations in blockchain and IoT security. Other sessions will cover subjects like fault-tolerant adaptive systems, serverless computing, and resource allocation optimization in cloud, fog, and edge computing.
The first day of the conferences concluded with a panel discussion on AI-driven innovations in cloud computing for utilities and big data, highlighting the link between technology and industrial and societal impacts. Keynote speakers and sponsors, including Dahua Technology, Amazon Web Services, and Huawei, were honored with awards in recognition of their support of the event. Additionally, awards were presented for the best research paper, emphasizing the importance of global partnerships and the role of innovation in advancing scientific research.