Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farouk Abduh Kamil Al-Fahaidy
Associate Professor in Computer and Communications Engineering
Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, University of Science and Technology, Sana’a, Yemen
Academic, Professional and Research Profile
Associate Professor with long-term research interests in machine learning, deep learning, advanced digital image and signal processing, intelligent control systems, embedded systems, LTE/5G/6G wireless communications, cybersecurity, cryptography, WSN security and routing, and computer-aided diagnosis systems. He serves as a part-time associate professor member in the Computer Science Department at the University of Science and Technology, coordinates the M.Sc. program in Computer Engineering and Control at Sana’a University, and heads the IT Department at Emirates International University.
Profile Information
Profile Information
English name
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farouk Abduh Kamil Al-Fahaidy
Arabic name
أ.م.د. فاروق عبده كامل الفهيدي
Email
Department / area
Computer Science / Cybersecurity, Networks and Communications
Affiliation
Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, University of Science and Technology, Yemen
Research and Professional Interests
Researcher Identifiers and Professional Links
| ORCID | https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8451-4241 |
| Scopus Author ID | https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57918987600 |
| Google Scholar | https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Iw_2mIAAAAAJ&hl=en |
| ResearchGate | https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Farouk-Al-Fahaidy |
Research Visibility and Impact
- Numerous journal and conference papers in WSN security, intrusion detection, cryptography, image encryption, wireless communications and CAD systems.
- Reviewer for international journals and conferences.
- IEEE member number 92307041 (recently idle), as stated in the CV.
Education
| Degree | Institution / Details |
|---|---|
| Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Communications) | Military Technical College, Egypt, 2013 |
| M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Computers) | Military Technical College, Egypt, 2010 |
| B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Computers) | Military Technical College, Egypt, 2007 |
Academic and Professional Appointments
- Head of IT Department, Emirates International University, Yemen, since March 2025.
- Associate Professor Member, Computer Science Department, University of Science and Technology, Yemen, since July 2023 (part-time).
- Coordinator, M.Sc. Program in Computer Engineering and Control, Sana’a University, since February 2021.
- Former Head of Scientific Research and Publication Department, EIU-Yemen, Dec 2023–Mar 2025.
- Former Dean, Faculty of Engineering and IT, Arab Academic University for Science and Technology, 2022–2023.
- Former Director of Mechatronics and Biomedical Engineering Departments, EIU-Yemen.
Teaching Experience
- Graduate courses: Advanced Embedded Real-Time Systems Design, Advanced Cryptography and Information Security, Advanced Networks, Advanced Software Engineering.
- Undergraduate courses include Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Systems Design, Microprocessors, Secure Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Java, OOP, Discrete Mathematics, Computer Architecture, Network and Information Security, Programming, Databases, Software Engineering and Operating Systems.
Research Supervision and Projects
- Supervisor of current and completed master theses in IT, communications, intelligent biometrics, IRS-based 6G communications, sign-language translation and project management.
- Supervisor of many graduation projects in cybersecurity, computer science and engineering, IT, biomedical engineering, mechatronics and communications.
Scientific Service, Committees and Activities
- Reviewer: IET Communications, IET Radar & Sonar, JOE, Wireless Personal Communications – Springer, EURASIP – Springer, and eSmarTA conferences.
- Member in multiple scientific committees for research maps, NARS, ABET preparation, program specifications, curriculum development and course specifications.
Technical and Professional Skills
Languages
- Arabic: Native
- English: Intermediate
Organized Publications
Indexing and quartile information should be verified from Scopus / Web of Science for the exact publication year before adding Q1–Q4 labels.
| Year | Publication title | Journal / Conference | Type | DOI / Link | Indexing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Simplified Deep Neural Network Models for Cardiovascular Disease Classification | Applied Computational Intelligence and Soft Computing | Journal Article | 10.1155/acis/8709881 | Scopus/WoS: to verify |
| 2024 | Anomaly-based Intrusion Detection System in Wireless Sensor Networks using Machine Learning Algorithms | Applied Computational Intelligence and Soft Computing | Journal Article | 10.1155/2024/2625922 | Scopus/WoS: to verify |
| 2024 | Secure Image Transmission of Encrypted Images Through LTE Communication | EURASIP Journal on Image and Video Processing | Journal Article | 10.1186/s13640-024-00619-2 | Scopus/WoS: to verify |
| 2024 | Anomaly-Based Intrusion Detection System in WSN using DNN Algorithm | 1st International Conference on Emerging Technologies for Dependable Internet of Things (ICETI), IEEE | Conference Paper | 10.1109/ICETI63946.2024.10777266 | IEEE / Scopus: to verify |
| 2024 | Assessment of IT Governance Maturity Level for Yemeni Telecom Sector Using COBIT 2019 Framework | ICETI, IEEE | Conference Paper | 10.1109/ICETI63946.2024.10777209 | IEEE / Scopus: to verify |
| 2022 | A Diagnostic Model of Breast Cancer Based on Digital Mammogram Images Using Machine Learning Techniques | Applied Computational Intelligence and Soft Computing | Journal Article | 10.1155/2022/3895976 | Scopus/WoS: to verify |
| 2021 | Design and Implementation of an Eye-Controlled Self-Driving Wheelchair | American Journal of Scientific Research and Essays | Journal Article | Link | To verify |
| 2019 | Phase Modulated OFDMA System, Study and Investigation | AJCSA – eSciPub Journals | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2019 | DFT-Based OFDMA System with Phase Modulation for Broadband Communication | American Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2019 | Discrete Sine Transform Based OFDMA System for Wireless Broadband Communications | AASCIT Communications | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2018 | Wireless Image Transmission over Frequency Selective Channel Using Recent OFDMA Systems | AJCCC | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2017 | Performance Evaluation of SC-FDMA Systems using Wireless Images | AJCSA Journal | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2015 | Analysis of a New Proposal for WiMax Installation Sites for Maximum Safety and Minimum Hazardous Radiation on the Population of Sana’a City | IIJEC Journal | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2012 | A New Transceiver Scheme for OFDMA System Based on Discrete Cosine Transform and Phase Modulation | Wireless Personal Communications, Springer | Journal Article | — | Scopus/WoS: to verify |
| 2012 | An Energy Efficient Routing Strategy for Wireless Sensor Networks | IEEE MELECON 2012 | Conference Paper | Link | IEEE / Scopus: to verify |
| 2012 | Constant Envelope Single-Carrier Frequency Division Multiple Access | ICEENG 8, Military Technical College, Cairo | Conference Paper | Link | To verify |
| 2012 | A New Single Carrier Frequency Division Multiple Access Based on Discrete Cosine Transform Spread OFDMA | IECE8 Conference, MTC Cairo | Conference Paper | — | To verify |
| 2012 | Performance Enhancement of OFDM System | SDWIC, GU, Bahrain | Conference Paper | — | To verify |
| 2011 | Peak to Average Power Ratio Reduction for SC-FDMA using Distortion Reduction Algorithm | IJRRCS | Journal Article | — | To verify |
| 2011 | Peak-to-Average Power Ratio Reduction for Single Carrier-Frequency Division Multiple Access using Repeated Clipping and Filtering | ASAT13, Military Technical College, Cairo | Conference Paper | — | To verify |
| 2011 | Peak-to-Average Power Ratio Reduction of Uplink Broadband Transmission Systems using Different Reduction Algorithms | ASAT13, Military Technical College, Cairo | Conference Paper | — | To verify |
Manuscripts Under Review / In Progress
| Year | Publication title | Journal / Conference | Type | DOI / Link | Indexing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Deep Neural Networks for Efficient Prediction of Heart Disease | ACISC Journal | Major revisions / not yet final | — | Do not count as published until accepted |
| — | Simplified DNN-based Model for Heart Failure Monitoring | Manuscript in preparation | In preparation | — | Not published |
| — | Channel Estimation in IRS-based mmWave Massive-MIMO Communications using a New Deep Residual CNN | Manuscript in preparation | In preparation | — | Not published |