Abdallah Alwawi | AI in Healthcare | Editorial Board Member

Assist. Prof. Dr. Abdallah Alwawi | AI in Healthcare | Editorial Board Member

Al-Quds University | Palestine, State of

Assist. Prof. Dr. Abdallah Alwawi is a nursing education researcher at Al-Quds University whose work centers on palliative care education, trauma care training, simulation-based learning, and the integration of artificial intelligence in nursing education. His research emphasizes improving nursing students’ knowledge, attitudes, self-confidence, and clinical competence, particularly in sensitive areas such as end-of-life care and trauma management. He has contributed to evidence-based evaluation of educational interventions, including simulation modalities and primary trauma care courses, with a focus on healthcare education in the Palestinian context. More recently, his work explores nursing students’ perceptions, knowledge, and practices regarding generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT, highlighting the evolving role of digital innovation in health professions education. His research supports curriculum development, pedagogical reform, and policy-informed educational strategies in nursing and allied health sciences.

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Featured Publications

Alwawi, A. A., Abu-Odah, H., & Bayuo, J. (2022). Palliative care knowledge and attitudes towards end-of-life care among undergraduate nursing students at Al-Quds University: Implications for Palestinian education. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(15), 9563.
Citations: 41
Year: 2022

Salama, N., Bsharat, R., Alwawi, A., & Khlaif, Z. N. (2025). Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward AI technology (ChatGPT) among nursing students at Palestinian universities. BMC Nursing, 24(1), 269.
Citations: 19
Year: 2025

Alwawi, A., Amro, N., & Inkaya, B. (2019). The effectiveness of the primary trauma care courses in West Bank, Palestine: Are the outcomes acceptable? Journal of Education and Practice.
Citations: 10
Year: 2019

Khlaif, Z. N., Salameh, N., Ajouz, M., Mousa, A., Itmazi, J., Alwawi, A., & Alkaissi, A. (2025). Using generative AI in nursing education: Students’ perceptions. BMC Medical Education, 25(1), 926.
Citations: 9
Year: 2025

Alwawi, A., & Inkaya, B. (2023). The effect of two different simulation modalities in palliative care teaching on nursing students’ knowledge, satisfaction, self-confidence, and skills: A randomized controlled trial. CIN: Computers, Informatics, Nursing, 41(4), 246–257.
Citations: 9
Year: 2023

Frnaz Akbar | AI in Healthcare | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Frnaz Akbar | AI in Healthcare | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Pakistan

A diligent and dedicated computer science educationist, researcher, and web developer with over a decade of experience in teaching and software development. Passionate about enhancing students’ knowledge in computer science, with a strong commitment to high-quality education at all levels. An innovative thinker with substantial expertise in designing productive lesson plans aligned with the latest curriculum and industry trends. With profound experience in research and development, he continuously contributes to the academic and technological community through research in artificial intelligence, data mining, and other emerging fields.

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Education

Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence at Air University, Islamabad, he has an extensive academic background in software engineering and information technology. He completed an MS in Software Engineering (2018-2020) from Bahria University, Islamabad, and a Master’s in Information Technology (2015-2017) from PMAS ARID University, Rawalpindi, securing a first division in all degrees. His foundational education includes a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from Punjab University, Lahore, a Bachelor’s in Education from Sarhad University, Islamabad, and early education from Islamabad College, F-6/2.

Experience

With a solid career in academia and software development, he is currently serving as a Senior Lecturer at NUML University, Islamabad, in the Department of Software Engineering since September 2023. He previously worked as a Senior Computer Science Teacher at IMCG F-10/2 (2017-2023) and ISS, G-13/1, Islamabad (2013-2017). Additionally, he has been a part-time Computer Tutor at Allama Iqbal Open University since 2020. His professional journey also includes a brief tenure as a Software Developer at K-Soft, Ministry of Defense, in 2015.

Research Interest

His research interests lie in artificial intelligence, data mining, precision agriculture, pattern recognition, the Internet of Things, edge computing, blockchain, and requirement engineering. His work contributes to advancements in machine learning applications and real-world AI implementations.

Awards

His dedication to academic excellence has been recognized through multiple awards, including the Best Teacher Trophy at IMCG F-10/2, Islamabad. He also served as a Teacher Assistant at Bahria University, Islamabad, during his MS studies. He received a High Achiever Scholarship in every semester of his Master’s at PMAS ARID University and a Role of Honor Certificate from Punjab University, Lahore. Other notable recognitions include a high attendance certificate in HSSC and securing second position in SSC at IMCG F-7/2, Islamabad.

Publications

“Optimized Approach in Requirements Change Management in Geographically Dispersed Environment (GDE),” International Journal of Foundations of Computer Science, 2020.

“Identifying Lesions in Cotton Leaves Unconstrained Images using Deep Neural Network,” Computers in Biology and Medicine, PeerJ, 2024.

“Unlocking the Potential of EEG in Alzheimer’s Disease Research: Current Status and Pathways to Precision Detection,” Foundations and Trends in Machine Learning, Brain Research Bulletin, 2025.

“Assessing the Effects of Alzheimer Disease on EEG Signals using the Entropy Measure: A Meta-analysis,” IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence, 2025 (Under Review).

Conclusion

As a researcher, educator, and software professional, he continues to contribute significantly to the fields of artificial intelligence and computer science education. His commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching methodologies, and impactful research makes him a valuable asset to the academic and professional community.