Saira Andleeb Gillani

Professor (Computer Science)

Lahore, PK.

About

Highly accomplished Computer Science Professor with over 15 years of progressive experience in academia and research, specializing in Data Mining, Artificial Intelligence, and Network Security. Recognized for significant contributions to adaptive learning environments and curriculum innovation, evidenced by a Google Scholar H-Index of 19 and over 2800 citations. Seeking an innovative academic leadership role to drive cutting-edge research and foster next-generation talent.

Work

University of Central Punjab

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Professor

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

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Summary

Leading academic initiatives and delivering advanced computer science education, driving curriculum innovation and research project guidance.

Highlights

Instruct undergraduate and graduate students in Advanced Data Mining, Artificial Intelligence, and Parallel/Distributed Computing, aligning curriculum with current industry trends.

Participate in curriculum design and innovation, ensuring content aligns with industry trends and preparing students for future challenges.

Guide students and colleagues on innovative research projects, contributing to the university's research initiatives and fostering knowledge creation.

Serve as a key member of the MS(AI) curriculum design committee and the Board of Studies for Computer Science, shaping academic standards and program development.

Hold an Editorial Role as Associate Editor for the Journal of Electrical Systems and Information Technology (JESIT) since 2024, contributing to scholarly peer review.

Bahria University

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Associate Professor

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan

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Summary

Drove academic excellence through teaching, curriculum development, and research supervision in core computer science disciplines.

Highlights

Taught and supervised undergraduate projects and MS theses in Data Warehousing, Software Quality Assurance, Text Mining, and Information Retrieval Systems.

Mentored first-year students and acted as Class Advisor for the BSCS program, fostering academic and professional growth.

Contributed to the OBE Curriculum Committee, significantly impacting curriculum development and revision.

Supervised numerous MS Research theses and BS final projects, guiding students in data mining and software engineering fields.

Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Lab (COMSATS)

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Consultant

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan

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Summary

Provided expert consultation in medical imaging and diagnostics, leveraging computer science principles for practical applications and enhanced operational efficiency.

Highlights

Consulted on advanced medical imaging projects, applying expertise in data analysis and information systems to improve diagnostic accuracy.

Leveraged computer science knowledge to enhance diagnostic processes and outcomes within a medical lab setting.

Collaborated with medical professionals to integrate technological solutions for improved efficiency and data interpretation.

Saudi Electronic University (SEU)

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Assistant Professor

Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Delivered advanced computer science courses and contributed to curriculum development, enhancing educational standards across the GCC region.

Highlights

Taught and supervised undergraduate/graduate projects in Computer Networks, Data Mining & Data Warehousing, Operating Systems, and Mobile Application Development (iOS, Android).

Developed and delivered courses tailored to GCC educational standards, incorporating latest technological trends to prepare students for industry.

Co-authored 'Blockchain-Based Applications in Education: A Systematic Review,' published in Applied Sciences (Impact Factor: 2.474), demonstrating active research engagement.

Collaborated with international institutions to foster cross-cultural academic and research initiatives, enriching program development.

COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI)

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Assistant Professor

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan

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Summary

Educated and mentored students in computer science, actively contributing to research initiatives and advanced pedagogical methods.

Highlights

Taught and supervised undergraduate and graduate projects in Computer Networks, Data Mining & Data Warehousing, and Software Quality Engineering.

Contributed to the development of new research initiatives, fostering local and international collaborations.

Integrated advanced research methodologies to enhance student learning outcomes and practical application of knowledge.

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Researcher and Developer

Budapest, Budapest, Hungary

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Summary

Developed an integrated platform for process-based knowledge extraction, supported by significant research and technology innovation funding.

Highlights

Served as a Researcher and Developer for the 'Integrated Platform for Process-based Knowledge Extraction' project.

Secured funding from the Research and Technology Innovation Fund, New Szécsényi Plan, Hungary.

Contributed to the development of advanced knowledge extraction methodologies, enhancing data processing capabilities.

University Institute of Information Technology, PMAS, Arid Agriculture University

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Computer Science Lecturer

Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan

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Summary

Delivered foundational computer science courses and mentored student projects, ensuring academic rigor and practical application.

Highlights

Taught Software Quality Engineering, Data Mining, and Computer Networks courses at the undergraduate level.

Supervised student projects, integrating practical technology applications while maintaining academic rigor.

Participated in curriculum design and faculty development initiatives, contributing to educational program enhancements.

Barani Institute of Information Technology, BIIT, Arid Agriculture University

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Computer Science Lecturer

Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan

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Summary

Instructed undergraduate students in core computer science concepts and contributed to their academic development.

Highlights

Taught Introduction to Computer and Computer Networks courses at the undergraduate level.

Contributed to the overall academic development of students, preparing them for professional roles in computer science and information technology.

Education

Corvinus University of Budapest

Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
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PhD Information Systems Grade:

M. A. Jinnah University

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
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MS Computer Science Grade:

Balochistan University

Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan
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Master of Information Technology (MIT) Information Technology Grade:

Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan

Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
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Master Psychology Grade:

Awards

cLink Erasmus Mundus Doctoral Scholarship

Corvinus University of Budapest

Prestigious scholarship awarded for doctoral studies in Information Systems, supporting research and academic pursuits in Hungary from 2013 to 2015.

Dean's Honor Roll

M. A. Jinnah University Islamabad

Recognized for outstanding academic achievement during the Spring 2008 semester of MS Computer Science studies.

Publications

A Novel RMS-Driven Deep Reinforcement Learning for Optimized Portfolio Management in Stock Trading

IEEE Access

Pioneered a novel RMS-driven deep reinforcement learning approach to optimize portfolio management strategies in stock trading, demonstrating advanced AI application (Impact Factor: 3.4).

A Region-Aware Deep Learning Model for Dual-Subject Gait Recognition in Occluded Surveillance Scenarios

Comput. Model. Eng. Sci.

Developed a region-aware deep learning model for enhanced dual-subject gait recognition in challenging occluded surveillance scenarios (Impact Factor: 2.5).

An autonomous decision-making framework for gait recognition systems against adversarial attack using reinforcement learning

ISA Transactions

Developed an autonomous decision-making framework for robust gait recognition systems, leveraging reinforcement learning to counter adversarial attacks (Impact Factor: 5.91).

Empirical Analysis for Crime Prediction and Forecasting Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques

IEEE Access

Conducted an empirical analysis for crime prediction and forecasting, utilizing advanced machine learning and deep learning techniques (Impact Factor: 3.745).

The role of edge computing in Internet of Things

IEEE Communications Magazine

Co-authored a highly cited publication (Impact Factor: 9.27) exploring the critical role and applications of edge computing within Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems.

Languages

English

Urdu

Certificates

R Programming

Johns Hopkins University (Coursera)

Getting Started with Data Visualization in R

Johns Hopkins University (Coursera)

The Data Scientist's Toolbox

Johns Hopkins University (Coursera)

Shaping the Internet: History and Future

Internet Society

Skills

Programming & Data Analysis

R Programming, Data Visualization, Data Science, Python, SQL, NS-2.

Machine Learning & AI

Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Knowledge Mining, Semantic Text Mining, Image Processing, Gait Recognition, Predictive Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Ontology Engineering.

Networking & Security

Computer Networks, Network Security, Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (VANETs), IoT, Cybersecurity, Secure Protocols, Information Retrieval Systems, Distributed Computing, IPv4/IPv6, Wireless Network Technologies.

Software & Systems

Software Quality Assurance, Operating Systems, Information Systems, Mobile Application Development (iOS, Android), Cloud Computing, System Design.

Research & Academia

Academic Leadership, Curriculum Development, Research Methodology, Grant Acquisition, Thesis Supervision, Mentorship, Scholarly Publishing, Peer Review, Data Warehousing, Adaptive Learning Environments.

References

András Gábor

Research Director at Corvinno Technology Transfer Center Corvinus University of Budapest | Andras.gabor@uni-corvinus.hu | +36 1 210 8062

Andrea Kő

Professor Corvinus University of Budapest | ko@informatika.uni-corvinus.hu | +36 1 482-7416

Dr. Zoltán Szabó

Associate Professor, Head of Department (Information Systems) Corvinus University of Budapest | szabo@informatika.uni-corvinus.hu | +36-1-482-7413

Dr. Sohail Asghar

Professor, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan | sohail.asghar@comsats.edu.pk | +923335455953

Projects

Vehicle based Road/Environment Condition Warning System using Vehicular Ad hoc Networks (VANETs)

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Summary

An international project focused on real-world deployment of VANETs to enhance road safety and environmental condition warnings.

Design and Development of Hybrid IPv4 and IPv6 Network for QoS enabled Video Streaming Multicast Application

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Summary

A project funded by the National ICT R&D Fund to develop advanced networking solutions for video streaming.