Ghadah Abdullah Aldabbagh, PhD

Associate Professor

Computer Science Department

Faculty of Computing and Information Technology
King Abdulaziz University

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Honorary Visiting Professor at Essex University

Email: galdabbagh@kau.edu.sa, galdabbagh@yahoo.com

Office: +966-2-6952000 Extension: 26925

Cell Phone: +966-530202424

 

Postdoctoral Associate

Laboratory for Information & Decision Systems (LIDS)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Cambridge, MA, USA

Email: ghadah@mit.edu

Phone: +1 (617) 454-7723

  

A technology professional scholar with significant experience in data communication systems and a positive “find‐a‐way” attitude.  Adept with extensive experience in understanding and solving complex problems, proficient in designing intelligent systems and solutions with compelling vision, comprehensive strategy and relentless implementation plan with clear performance goals. Capable of taking smart risks to make change happen and of “systems thinking” to design policies that can lead organizations to high performance.

  • A Research Scientist, with extensive experience in leading multi-disciplinary projects, writing proposals (with over ten successful research funding applications).  Current research interests: Internet of Everything (IoE), providing connectivity of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and sensors for Smart Cities, Self-Driving Cars, Location Awareness, Ad-Hoc Networks, Wireless Sensor Network, Cooperative Communications. Developed technical skills in Optimization, Deep Learning (Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning) and Data Science. Proficient in C, C++, Java, Python, R, MATLAB. Fluent in Arabic & English.
  • A Developer, with the ability to focus on both innovation and execution to consistently create value for organizations in three ways. First, leverage discovery skill strengths to help get new ideas that are often sustaining or incremental. Second, help bridge the gap between peers focused on either innovation or execution--helping them to work together seamlessly. Lastly, flex personal ambidextrous inclinations to effectively bring powerful new concepts into reality more consistently. 
  • A Proactive leader adapting quickly to challenging environments and adopting pragmatic approach in improvising on solutions and resolving complex issues. Communicates well with people from different cultures through respecting, listening, helping and appreciating each other to cultivate productive relationships.  Strives to make a difference in the lives of others.
  • An Educator, with expertise in assessing the educational needs of the workforce/students and transmit advanced tactics to provide the highest quality standards in education to assist in the development of a highly skilled workforce and play an active role in enhancing economic stability.

All the while, I always remember to have fun… enjoy the journey and each other.