OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Prof. Haiyang Zhang
Beijing Institute of Technology
School of Optics and Photonics
Haiyang Zhang is a Professor at the School of Optics and Photonics, Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT), China. His research focuses on the interdisciplinary fields of novel laser systems, laser detection and imaging, as well as LiDAR and microwave radar. He has long been dedicated to developing novel architectures and schemes for laser detection and imaging, and applying these advanced technologies to address critical technical challenges, including space target recognition, 3D scene perception and digital twin modeling, and underwater detection and imaging. He has presided over and participated in more than 30 provincial, ministerial and national-level research projects, such as the National Key R&D Program of China and the National Natural Science Foundation of China. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in international and domestic academic journals, and holds more than 20 authorized patents.
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Siti Hajar Binti Yusof
International Islamic University Malaysia
Kulliyyah of Engineering
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Siti Hajar Yusoff is known for her contributions to sustainable renewable energy systems and academic internationalisation. A former student of Kolej Yayasan UEM (KYUEM), Lembah Beringin, she obtained her Master of Engineering (First Class Honours) in Electrical Engineering and her Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom. She joined the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), in 2015, where she now serves as an Associate Professor. Her expertise lies in the control of power electronics and electrical power systems, particularly in power converters and drives, matrix and multi-level converters, Internet of Things (IoT), smart metering, wireless power transfer for dynamic charging of electric vehicles (EVs), and renewable energy systems. Dr Yusoff has secured a total of RM 1,066,365.58 in research funding through national and international collaborations. Her outstanding work has earned her several recognitions, including the 2025 Most Prestigious International Grant Award by Persatuan Saintis Muslim Malaysia (PERINTIS). Currently serving as Deputy Director (Collaboration & Mobility) at the Office of International Affairs (IO), IIUM, she plays a pivotal role in establishing strategic partnerships and strengthening IIUM’s international footprint in research and academic collaboration.
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Abu Ubaidah Bin Shamsudin
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Fakulti Kejuruteraan Elektrik dan Elektronik
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abu Ubaidah bin Shamsudin received the Ph.D. degree in Robotics from Tohoku University, Japan. He is currently an Associate Professor and serves as the Deputy Director (Industry and University Collaboration) at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM). His research interests include autonomous systems, intelligent robotics, robot navigation, and deep reinforcement learning, with an emphasis on real-world deployment. Dr. Abu Ubaidah is a member of the Malaysia Robotics Roadmap development committee under the Academy of Sciences Malaysia, contributing to national strategic initiatives in robotics and artificial intelligence. He has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects, and is a recipient of the highest grant award under the Industry Matching Programme (IMaP) funded by the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (DPF), Department of Higher Education (JPT), Ministry of Higher Education (KPT). His work actively bridges academic research, industry collaboration, and practical applications.