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Accepting PhD Students
PhD projects
5G and Beyond: This project explores the development and impact of 5G and future wireless technologies. It focuses on faster internet speeds, lower delays, and better connectivity for smart cities, self-driving cars, remote healthcare, and industrial automation.<br/><br/>Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for Future Wireless Networks: This project explores the potential of drones in enhancing future wireless networks. It covers the integration of UAV technology with communication systems, focusing on applications such as data transmission, network deployment, and supporting wireless coverage in remote areas. The project also looks at the use of drones for delivery services, disaster response, surveillance, and environmental monitoring, all within the context of advanced wireless networks.<br/><br/>AI and IoT in Agriculture: This project looks at how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) can improve farming. It includes smart sensors for monitoring soil, weather, and crops, as well as AI-driven tools for better decision-making, reducing waste, and increasing productivity.<br/><br/>AI and IoT in Healthcare: This project investigates how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) can enhance healthcare delivery. It focuses on the use of smart devices for continuous patient monitoring, AI-driven diagnostic tools, robotic surgery systems, and data analysis techniques aimed at improving treatment outcomes and hospital operational efficiency.<br/><br/>AI and IoT in Energy Production: This project explores the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) in optimising energy production. By deploying IoT sensors, the project collects real-time data on key factors such as temperature, pressure, and energy output. AI systems analyse this data to assess system performance, optimise energy generation, and detect potential issues. The aim is to improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and ensure reliable and sustainable energy production through advanced monitoring and predictive management.<br/><br/>Cybersecurity for IoT Devices: This project focuses on the importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart systems. It investigates security protocols to protect data integrity and prevent cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, including IoT networks and smart grids. The project also explores techniques to ensure the privacy, safety, and secure communication of data across interconnected IoT devices.
Research activity per year
Dr Shahriar Abdullah Al-Ahmed is a lecturer and researcher at the University of the West of Scotland, known for his engaging teaching style and innovative contributions to computing. Before joining UWS for his funded PhD studentship position, Dr Al-Ahmed taught computer science, focusing on programming for secondary school and sixth-form students. This experience nurtured his passion for making complex subjects accessible, a skill he brings to his current modules, such as Object-Oriented Programming and Network Security Issues.
Dr Al-Ahmed’s research focuses on sustainable technological solutions, including projects involving UAVs and IoT for real-time structural health monitoring, designed to benefit sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and energy. Additionally, he is a contributor to the 5GIR project, advancing next-generation connectivity. His journey from teaching at the secondary level to leading university research projects reflects his commitment to education and innovation, inspiring students to leverage technology to build a sustainable future.
Mobile Communications, Networks, and Devices:
5G Technologies and Systems:
Networked Flying Platforms:
Internet of Things (IoT):
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
Cyber Security:
COMP08034 - Structures and Algorithms
COMP08068 - Programming for Mobile Devices
COMP11118 - Network Security Issues
COMP11123 - Enterprise Cybersecurity Management
COMP11124 - Object Orientated Programming.
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review