About
Lines of Research
Highlights
Collaborations
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Our Team
About
The OpenUAE Research & Development Group spearheads cutting-edge research initiatives to drive the successful adoption of Open-Source Software (OSS) across the nation. With a strategic focus on OSS, Security, Blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Large Language Models (LLMs), Quantum Computing, and Autonomous AI Agents, the group remains at the forefront of technological innovation. In addition to research, it designs advanced solutions and delivers specialized training and consultancy services to empower both the public and private sectors. This forward-thinking initiative is closely aligned with the University of Sharjah’s mission and supports the ambitious vision set forth by the UAE’s "We the UAE 2031" national agenda.
Lines of Research
- Open-Source technology
- Blockchain, Fintech, & Intelligent RPA
- Applied AI & Generative Language Models
- Security & Forensic Analysis
- Quantum-Enhanced AI & Secure Communications
Highlights
Recognition and Faculty Achievements
Prof. Qassim Nasir, Dr. Manar Abu Talib, Dr. Ali Bou Nassif, and Dr. Mian Ahmad were among the top 2% Researchers in the world 2023, as per Digital Commons Data.
Prof. Qassim Nasir was the Workshop Chair in the 2nd International Workshop on Intelligent Systems and Paradigms for Next Generation Computing Evolution (INSPIRE) in conjunction with the 17th IEEE/ACM Utility and Cloud Computing Conference (UCC).
Dr. Manar Abu Talib is Associate Editor in IEEE Transactions on Services Computing.
Dr. Manar Abu Talib was the associated chair for IEEE Symposium on Women in Services Computing (WISC 2025).
Dr. Manar Abu Talib has been recognized by the UoS Chancellor for securing external research grants.
Dr. Manar Abu Talib has been the chair of the annual Women in Research Forum for five years.
Dr. Manar Abu Talib has co-chaired SECOND INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION X.0 FORUM (“Towards a Sustainable and Innovative Future,” From an Education and Research Perspective).
Dr. Sohail chaired a session at the SECOND INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION X.0 FORUM.
Dr. Sohail acted as a TPC member at two international conferences, i.e., IEEE COINS 2024 and EAI BigIoT-EDU 2024.
Dr. Mian acted as a Session Chair of IEEE COINS 2024.
Dr. Mian acted as a Steering committee Chair of EAI BigIoT-EDU 2024.
Dr. Mian acted as a TPC member of SECOND INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION X.0 FORUM, held at UoS.
Dr. Mian acted as a TPC member of the 17th IEEE/ACM International Conference on Utility and Cloud Computing (UCC 2024), held at UoS.
Workshop Organized (Internal Events)
Drone Control using Raspberry Pi.
Drone Path Planning Workshop.
Drone Assembly Workshop.
AI-powered design session for the College of Design & Fine Art.
Workshop Organized in Coordination with External Entities
Build with AI X IWD Session.
DevFest 2024.
Google I/O Extended UAE 2024.
Activities and Events Attended
International Conference of Image Processing in Abu Dhabi.
Women in Data Science Conference.
Second International Innovation X.0 Forum- 2025.
Made by CCI, UOS.
An open Dialogue on Women, Research, and Tech Careers UOS.
World Crisis & Emergency Management Summit - Abu Dhabi 2025.
Impactathon 1.0 - ACM BITS Pilani.
Firebase Workshop.
UAE Innovates 2025.
IASP WANA division and innovation technology transfer forum.
Participation in the International Digital.KEE Conference.
Collaborations
