Kanhira Kadavath Mujeeb Rahman
  • Kanhira Kadavath Mujeeb Rahman

  • Senior Lecturer
  • Ext: 6791

Dr. Mujeeb Rahman is a dedicated educator and researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Biomedical Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and ML from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), India, and further honed his expertise with a postgraduate degree in ML and AI from the University of Texas at Austin, USA. His academic excellence was recognized with a gold medal for securing the top rank in the M.Tech. program in Biomedical Instrumentation at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), India. With over two decades of teaching experience at Ajman University, Dr. Rahman has made significant contributions to biomedical engineering in the GCC region, particularly in the UAE. He is passionate about advancing healthcare technology through ML and AI, with a focus on making it accessible and affordable for all. Additionally, he enjoys teaching mathematics, physics, and programming as a hobby, inspiring the next generation of students and innovators.

Education
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering and Machine Learning, Vellore Institute of Technology, India, 2023
  • Post Graduate Program in Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence, TEXAS McCombs, The University of Texas at Austin, 2020
  • Master of Technology in Biomedical Instrumentation, Viswesaraya Technological University, India, 2002
  • Bachelors Degree (Double Major) in Electronics & Communication Engineering and Electrical Engineering, AICTE, India, 2000.
Experience
  • Senior Lecturer, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, 2004 Aug - Current
  • Lecturer, Department of Electronics & Biomedical Engineering, Sahrdaya College of Engineering & Technology, India. 2003 July - 2004 May.
  • Visiting Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2003 March to 2003 June.
  • Biomedical Engineer, Gulf Medical College Hospital, Ajman UAE, 2002 Sept - 2003 March.
Teaching Area
  • Computer Programming
  • Medical Image Processing and Algorithms
  • Directed Studies in Biomedical Engineering
  • Biosignal Processing
  • Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
  • Biomedical Design Project
  • Technical Report Writing and Presentation
  • Medical Electronics
  • Biomedical Design
  • Electrophysiology
Research
  • EEG Features extraction for early detection and grading of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Development of algorithms for ECG Arrhythmia Analysis (Time, Frequency and Wavelet based)
  • Design and development of Low cost DAQ system for accurate Biomedical Signal acquisition.
  • Development of Conventional Machine Learning Algorithms, DNNs, CNNs based Supervised and Unsupervised learning Algorithms for Biomedical Image and Signal Analysis.
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • A Low-Cost Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Tool Using a Smartphone and Machine Learning Algorithm, ICASPACE 2023
  • Classification of Mental State Using a Muse Headband and Machine Learning Algorithm Classification of Mental State Using a Muse Headband and Machine Learning Algorithm, ICASPACE 2023
  • Classification of Finger Movements Using Multi-channel EMG and Machine Learning, ICASPACE 2023
  • ECG Signal Processing and Analysis for Accurate Features Extraction, International Symposium On Signal Processing and Information Technology (IEEE-ISSPIT), December - 2019
  • “Development of Bio-shield for Arduino Uno”, ASET International Conference Engineering Innovations in Healthcare (IEEE), Abu Dhabi, UAE, .Feb 6 -7, 2018.
  • “Eye Controlled Mouse Cursor for Physically Disabled Individuals, ASET International Conference Engineering Innovations in Healthcare (IEEE), Abu Dhabi, UAE, .Feb 6 -7, 2018.
  • “Low Cost Bio-Electric signal acquisition system for Biomedical research applications”, 4th International conference on Bio-sensing Technology (ELSEVIER), Lisbon, Portugal, 10 – 13 May 2015.
  • “Multipurpose low cost Bio-Daq system for real time Biomedical applications”, IEEE ICTRC Conference, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 17 – 19 May 2015.
  • “An Algorithm for Arrhythmia Detection”, 1st Middle East Conference on Biomedical Engineering, IEEE-MECBME, Sharjah, UAE, 2011.
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Certificate of participation and honor (cash award) – Final round qualified research poster, Mechatronics Dept., American University of Sharjah, May 2022.
  • Best Project Supervisor Award, Students Scientific Conference, Ajman University, 2010, 2014, 2019 and 2022.
  • IEEE member.
  • Distinguished Reviewer Certificate - Biomedical Signal Processing and Control - Journal - Elsevier, 2016 and 2022
  • Best Project Live Demonstration award, 9th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference on Applied Computing (URC-2017) Organized by Zayed University, Dubai, April 26 - 27, 2017.
  • Second Prize, Common Design project, IEEE Student's Day, Ajman University, Ajman, 2014.
  • Recipient of Honorarium from Institution of Engineers (India) since 2010.
  • Chartered Engineer, Institution of Engineers(India), Kolkata, 2002.
  • Qualified GATE-2000, and received scholarship for M.Tech study from MHRD, India.
  • M.Tech gold medalist (University topper) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, 2002.
  • Corporate Member of Institution of Engineers (India), Kolkata, 2000