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Waseem Akram
Dr. waseem akram Post Doctoral Fellow Mechanical & Nuclear Engineering

Contact Information
waseem.akram@ku.ac.ae

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Biography

WASEEM AKRAM received the B.C.S. degree
(Hons.) from Hazara University Mansehra,
the M.S.C.S. degree from COMSATS University
Islamabad, Pakistan, and PhD in ICT from the University of Calabria, Italy. He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Khalifa University, UAE. His research interests include Marine Robotics, Control and navigation, Vision-based Control, and Autonomous detection and recognition. 


Education
  • Ph.D. in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
  • MS in Computer Science
  • BS in Computer Science


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Research
Research Interests
  • Marine Robotics
  • Autonomous Systems
  • Control system
  • Computer Vision

Research Projects

Autonomous Underwater Robotic System for Aquaculture Applications 

UAE aims to meet its fish demand through expanding aquaculture infrastructure. Fish are cultured in sea-enclosures called fish cages/net pens, requiring regular monitoring for their well-being and cage maintenance. Current maintenance involves costly divers and multiple remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). Our project seeks to create an autonomous underwater robotic system for efficient aquafarm monitoring. We'll utilize advanced computer vision with ROVs to detect fish net defects and assess fish health. This innovative approach aims to enhance the sustainability and profitability of UAE's aquaculture industry.