I am an innovative AI Engineer with a passion for research and development in artificial intelligence. With a focus on machine learning and edge AI, I thrive on tackling complex challenges and translating academic insights into practical solutions. I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive impactful results.

DR. SYEDA SHAFIA RUBBANI

I am an innovative AI Engineer with a passion for research and development in artificial intelligence. With a focus on machine learning and edge AI, I thrive on tackling complex challenges and translating academic insights into practical solutions. I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive impactful results.

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I am an innovative AI Engineer with a passion for research and development in artificial intelligence. With a focus on machine learning and edge AI, I thrive on tackling complex challenges and translating academic insights into practical solutions. I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive impactful results.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Kannada
Fluent
Sanskrit (Saṁskṛta)
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Chinese
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

AI Researcher at Heriot Watt University
September 12, 2017 - June 21, 2025
Conducted advanced AI research in Machine Learning, signal processing & dynamic optimization, analyzing Shannon’s capacity of edge AI protocols for M2M systems. Designed experimental frameworks ensuring reproducibility, and translated models into real-world solutions through research–industry collaboration. Supervised postgraduates & mentored researchers on cutting-edge methodologies. 💡 What I Deliver ✔️ Real-world Edge AI & IoT experiments (ThingSpeak, PubNub, Azure, GCP) 🌍 ✔️ AI-driven optimization with TensorFlow, PyTorch & Scikit-learn ⚡ ✔️ Smart sensing & embedded AI on Contiki OS, CC3200 & TMP006 🔬 ✔️ Performance analysis with MATLAB, Octave, Wireshark, ANOVA, Power BI & A/B Testing 📊 ✔️ Multi-agent & distributed systems for next-gen automation 🤖 ✔️ Advanced network simulation with NS2, Cooja, NCTUns & Eureqa 🛠️ 📈 My Results ✅ Boosted Shannon’s capacity: 50–70% (baseline) → 60–80% (dynamic) → 70–90% (neuroevolutionary AI) → up to 🚀 640% with MIMO (8×8), delivering 6× smarter edge performance 📡 ✅ Real-time sentiment analysis with Node-RED, achieving 91% accuracy in NLP 📈 ✅ Published 6+ peer-reviewed articles, boosting institutional AI citations by 15% 📚 ✅ Led AED 50K funding (Dubai Expo 2020) for AI-enabled surveillance 💰 ✅ Presented at 15+ international conferences, expanding global AI partnerships 🌎 ✅ Winner of 3-Minute Thesis Competition 🏆 🌟 Leadership & Recognition ✔️ Facilitated academia–industry partnerships, securing PhD internships as PGR Rep (2018–2021) 🤝 ✔️ Represented HWU at doctoral committees (RCC, RDC), UKRI Annual Meeting and the Festival of Research & Enterprise 🎤 ✔️ Nominated for the InnoChange Program (sustainable AI solutions) 🌱 ✔️ Led AI outreach events in India & UAE, driving global awareness 🌍 ✔️ Mentored intercampus PhD students at Research Futures workshops, fostering collaboration 🎓
Researcher in Artificial Intelligence at Heriot-Watt University
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Pioneered research on Shannon’s capacity of edge AI protocols for M2M systems, advancing global understanding of AI-driven communication. Achieved up to 640% performance gains in edge systems by applying dynamic optimization, neuroevolutionary AI, and MIMO frameworks. Secured funding for AI-enabled surveillance and published 6+ peer-reviewed articles.
ICURe Researcher at University of Warwick
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Conducted market validation research under the ICURe program, assessing real-world potential for AI-driven healthcare technologies and identifying a £300M opportunity in healthcare solutions.
Adjunct Professor at Heriot-Watt University
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Desgined and delivered graduate-level courses in 3D Graphics, Animation, and Knowledge Management, increasing student enrollment by 35%.
Assistant Professor at MS Engineering College
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Taught and mentored over 500 undergraduate students, organizing workshops and contributing to the academic output of the department.
Lecturer at Islamiah Institute of Technology
August 1, 2011 - August 1, 2011
Delivered undergraduate courses in Programming and Algorithms, modernizing the curriculum to include emerging technologies.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy at Heriot Watt University
September 21, 2017 - June 21, 2025
🎓 Thesis: Analyzing Edge AI Protocols Through Shannon’s Lens for M2M Communication: A Connected Universe. 🔑 Research Achievements ✔️ Optimized M2M communication in distributed edge systems by analyzing edge AI protocols through Shannon’s theory, contributing to protocol standardization. ✔️ Created advanced MIMO-based mathematical frameworks and Neuroevolutionary AI models, significantly enhancing Shannon’s capacity benchmarks for real-world edge applications. 💡 Technical Skills ✔️ Certified in Microsoft Azure (DP-203) courses. ✔️ Proficient in Python, MATLAB, Octave, Cooja, NS2, NCTUns, ANOVA, MS Power BI, Node-Red, RabbitMQ, PubNub, ThingSpeak. 💼 Leadership ✔️ PGR Representative, serving on Research Coordination Committee (RCC), Research Degrees Committee (RDC), and UKRI. ✔️ Nominated for InnoChange 2021, Eötvös Loránd University. ✔️ Volunteered for outreach workshops to promote AI literacy in India and the UAE. My journey embodies a passion for futuristic AI research.
Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence at Heriot-Watt University
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2025
M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering at Visvesvaraya Technological University
September 1, 2011 - May 1, 2013
B.E. in Computer Science & Engineering at Visvesvaraya Technological University
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2010

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy
September 12, 2017 - June 21, 2025
Awarded.
Postgraduate Certificate in Learning & Teaching
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Global Innovation Challenge (Entrepreneurship)
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
European Entrepreneurship Micro Minor (Master’s)
March 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education

Experience Level

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