Prof. Haiyang Zhang
Beijing Institute of Technology
School of Optics and Photonics
Prof. Haiyang Zhang has been engaged in the research of new lasers, laser detection and imaging, as well as the intersection of laser radar and microwave radar, developing new laser detection and imaging systems, and using this as a means to solve technical problems such as space target recognition, three-dimensional scene perception and digital twin modeling, “low slow and small” target early warning imaging, and underwater detection imaging. Presided over and participated in more than 20 provincial and ministerial level projects, including the key research and development plan of the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Natural Science Foundation, the 12/13/145th GF pre-research project, and the Military Science and Technology Commission 173 project. Currently Prof Zhang Haiyang research interests are including 3D LiDAR scene perception and reconstruction, Laser coherent detection and imaging, and Target detection and identification.
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Siti Hajar Binti Yusoff
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.