Computer and Artificial Intelligence Research Center - CAIR

**Aswan University’s Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research Center Team Participates in the Third Edition of the Arab Artificial Intelligence Olympiad Achieving First rank as University team**

In an academic achievement that reflects Aswan University’s excellence and leadership in advanced technology fields, the team of the **Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research Center** at the Faculty of Engineering – Aswan University – is participating in the **Third Edition of the Arab Artificial Intelligence Olympiad**, competing in the **Cybersecurity track**.

The team comprises male and female students from the Faculty of Engineering and is led by student **Noha Nour El-Din Abdel-Hakim**, presenting an honorable model that highlights young women’s ability to lead, innovate, and compete in advanced technological fields, particularly artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

This participation comes under the auspices of the **Women Empowerment in Cybersecurity Project**, a joint collaboration between **Aswan University** and **Glasgow Caledonian University**, funded by the **British Council**.

This participation represents the culmination of a comprehensive and sustained effort by the project, which began with awareness and guidance programs for young women in Upper Egypt on the importance of cybersecurity and the fundamentals of digital protection. It then evolved into hands-on training and capacity building, culminating in the implementation of the **first Capture The Flag (CTF) competition in Upper Egypt**, with the participation of female and male students from the Faculty of Engineering. This initiative significantly contributed to forming an effective core of young women and men specializing in cybersecurity in Upper Egypt.

In this context, Professor Dr. Mohamed Orabi, Vice President of the University for Graduate Studies and Research, stated that the scientific and academic supervision of the team and the responsibility for implementing the project from the Egyptian side are undertaken by Dr. Ghada Abozaid and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samia Heshmat, under the patronage and follow-up of Professor Dr. Mohamed Mahmoud, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and Professor Dr. Mohamed Zakaria, Vice Dean for Student Affairs. This comes within the framework of the Faculty’s ongoing support for student initiatives and projects that promote academic excellence, women’s empowerment, and youth capacity building in the fields of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

Scientific Visit to Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), Scotland 🇬🇧

I am delighted to share highlights from our recent scientific visit to Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) in Glasgow, Scotland.
The visit was part of a collaborative mission by the Aswan University delegation, led by Prof. Mohamed Orabi, VP of Research and Graduate studies of Aswan University, and I was honored to be part of this distinguished team.
We had highly fruitful and engaging discussions with our colleagues at GCU, led by Professor Mohamed Emad Farrag, alongside Dr. Salma and Dr. Ahmed. Our meetings focused on strengthening academic collaboration, exploring joint research opportunities, and developing sustainable international partnerships.
As part of the visit, I had the pleasure of delivering a lecture to cybersecurity students together with my colleague Dr. Salma. The session enabled meaningful academic exchange and interactive discussions with talented and motivated students.

We also highlighted the "Empowering Women in Cybersecurity" project, an important initiative aimed at promoting inclusion, capacity building, and leadership opportunities for women in the cybersecurity field. The project is funded by the British Council, and this visit forms part of its collaborative activities and knowledge-exchange framework. The project is led by Dr. Salma Mohamed and Dr. Ghada Abozaid as Principal Investigators. Their efforts represent a significant step toward strengthening diversity and advancing women’s participation in technology and cybersecurity.

We also had a wonderful opportunity to meet several PhD students and learn more about their impressive and innovative ongoing research projects. It was inspiring to see the depth and diversity of their work.
It was a great honor to meet Prof. Sharon Dolan, Interim Pro Vice Chancellor for Research and Associate Dean. Our discussion explored future cooperation frameworks, research development opportunities, and potential institutional collaboration between Aswan University and GCU.
In addition, we had the valuable opportunity to visit Whitelee Windfarm, Europe’s largest onshore windfarm, located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes from Glasgow. The visit was truly inspiring and highlighted Scotland’s leadership in renewable energy and sustainability.
This visit represents an important step toward strengthening global academic networks and transforming dialogue into impactful joint initiatives.
Looking forward to continued collaboration and shared success between Aswan University and GCU.
Mohamed Orabi - Salma Darwish Mohamed

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https://youtu.be/wl13_o4NDms?si=NkHnhna8kh8RaACm

في الفترة من 24 إلى 26 أبريل 2025، انطلقت ورشة عمل أسوان للأمن السيبراني، تحت عنوان:
"حماية الأنظمة الرقمية ومواجهة التهديدات الإلكترونية"
ورشة استثنائية جمعت نخبة من الشباب، المتخصصين، والهواة في مجال الأمن السيبراني.
وكان أبرز محاورها... مسابقة CTF!
الحدث الأبرز والأكثر تشويقًا؟
إنه تحدي CTF – Capture The Flag!
في هذه المسابقة، تنافس المشاركون ضمن فرق لحل تحديات حقيقية في:

🔹 التشفير
🔹 الهندسة العكسية
🔹 تحليل الشبكات
🔹 واكتشاف الثغرات الأمنية
أجواء من الحماس والتفكير السريع سيطرت على المكان، حيث أظهر المشاركون قدرات استثنائية في التحليل والاستجابة للهجمات السيبرانية الوهمية.

💡 الهدف؟
تطوير مهارات اكتشاف الثغرات والتصدي للهجمات، بطريقة عملية وممتعة!

🎉 في النهاية، تم تتويج الفرق الفائزة، وسط تصفيق وتشجيع كبير من الحضور.

هكذا كانت ورشة عمل أسوان للأمن السيبراني… حدث تعليمي، تنافسي، وتفاعلي في آنٍ واحد.
إذا فاتك الحضور، لا تقلق! ترقبوا المزيد من الفعاليات القادمة في كريتيفا أسوان.
ولا تنسوا الاشتراك في القناة وتفعيل الجرس لمتابعة كل جديد!

📍 إلى اللقاء في تحديات قادمة!

website page: https://ewcs.aswu.edu.eg/en
📅 🔔 اشترك الآن في القناة واضغط على زر الجرس لتصلك جميع فيديوهات الورشة فور نشرها!

EWCS The “Empowering Women in Cybersecurity” initiative is a groundbreaking project aimed at increasing women’s engagement and expertise in the field of cybersecurity. Funded by the British Council and supported by Aswan University and Glasgow Caledonian University, the project aligns with………...

Our workshop, “Cybersecurity Essentials – Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age,” aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to safeguard both their personal and professional digital presence. The session guides attendees through the fundamentals of cybersecurity, introduces common cyber threats, and highlights best practices for maintaining strong cyber hygiene in an increasingly connected world.

The workshop is moderated by Dr. Samia Heshmat (CAIR) and features guest speaker Eng. Mohamed Salah from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA), bringing valuable expertise and real-world insight to the discussion.

Cybersecurity Broadcast 01 - 🚀 "أساسيات الأمن السيبراني | كيف تحمي بياناتك من الهجمات الإلكترونية؟" 🎥 في هذا الفيديو، سنستكشف أساسيات الأمن السيبراني وأهم الخطوات لحماية بياناتك من الهجمات الإلكترونية.نقاط الفيديو الأساسية:✅ ما هو الأمن السيبراني؟✅ أنواع ا...

Congratulations
The Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR) extends its highest congratulations to

Engineer Reda Badry,

Teaching Assistant at the Department of Electrical Engineering,
and a valued member of the Research Team at CAIR,
on the occasion of the acceptance and publication of her distinguished research paper entitled:
"Survey on Phase Unwrapping Algorithms: Strengths, Limitations, and Future Directions"
within the Special Issue of the 3rd Young Researchers Conference 2025,
published in the International Journal of Applied Energy Systems
(Volume 8, Issue 1, January 2026, pp. 1–7).
This scientific achievement is a testament to her dedication, continuous effort, and active contribution as part of an excellent research team composed of:
Reda Badry; Ghada Y. Abozaid; Mostafa Abbas; Samia Heshmat
from the Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Aswan University.
This acceptance reflects the high quality of the research work and the scientific vision behind it, and adds a new, distinguished contribution on behalf of Aswan University and CAIR to the academic and research community.
We extend our sincere wishes for her continued success, further research achievements, and ongoing scientific leadership.
Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR)
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Warmest Congratulations
The Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR) extends its sincere congratulations to its esteemed cofounder,
Dr. Ghada Y. Abozaid,
for her distinguished contribution as a co-author in the recently published paper:
Mahmoud, E., Alkhalaf, S., Senjyu, T., Furukakoi, M., Hemeida, A., & Abozaid, G. (2025).
GAAOA-Lévy: A Hybrid Metaheuristic for Optimized Multilevel Thresholding in Image Segmentation.
Scientific Reports, 15(1), 27232.
This publication in a high-impact international journal stands as a testament to Dr. Abozaid’s scientific excellence, dedication, and influential role in advancing research in intelligent optimization and image segmentation. Her continuous contributions enrich the research landscape of Aswan University and elevate CAIR’s global presence.
We proudly extend our best wishes for her continued success, impactful scholarly achievements, and ongoing leadership in scientific innovation.
Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR)
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-12142-z

It is our great pleasure to highlight the meaningful contribution of the CAIR team, who worked hand in hand with our esteemed partners to successfully deliver this impactful project.

About the Project — Empowering Women in Cybersecurity (EWCS)

The EWCS (Empowering Women in Cybersecurity) initiative is a pioneering program dedicated to increasing women’s participation, skills, and representation in the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity.
🔗 ewcs.aswu.edu.eg

Supported by the British Council and jointly implemented by Aswan University (Egypt) and Glasgow Caledonian University (UK), the project aims to empower young women — including secondary-school students, first-year female university students, and women engaged with community and rights-based organizations — by providing structured training, mentorship, and practical exposure to real-world cybersecurity practices.
🔗 ewcs.aswu.edu.eg

Key Components of EWCS:

Specialized Workshops: Covering cybersecurity fundamentals, industry-led sessions, and real-life case studies to develop foundational and advanced knowledge.
🔗 ewcs.aswu.edu.eg

Digital Engagement Platform: A dedicated space for participants to connect with peers and experienced mentors, supporting continuous learning and collaboration.
🔗 ewcs.aswu.edu.eg

Mentorship Programs: Pairing learners with cybersecurity professionals to bridge the gap between academic study and practical industry experience.
🔗 ewcs.aswu.edu.eg

EWCS represents a strong and genuine commitment to reducing the gender gap in cybersecurity — a sector historically dominated by men. By equipping women with the confidence, technical skills, and professional support needed to thrive, the project empowers a new generation of female leaders in digital security.
🔗 ewcs.aswu.edu.eg

Through this initiative, Aswan University and its partners demonstrate a powerful model of inclusive, impactful, and forward-looking action in cybersecurity education and gender equality.

https://ewcs.aswu.edu.eg/en/

Heartfelt Congratulations and Appreciation

The Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR) extends its highest congratulations to its esteemed colleague and co-founder,
Associate Professor Dr. Samia Hesham,

on the successful completion of her distinguished postdoctoral research mission in Japan, an achievement that reflects her dedication, perseverance, and outstanding academic and research excellence.

This enriching international experience has contributed to broadening knowledge horizons and strengthening avenues of scientific collaboration, thereby supporting the Center’s mission in advancing the scientific and technological community.

We extend our sincere wishes for your continued success, leadership, and ongoing contributions to excellence and innovation.

Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR)

خالص التهنئة والتقدير
يتقدم مركز أبحاث الحوسبة والذكاء الاصطناعي (CAIR) بأسمى آيات التهنئة إلى الزميلة الموقرة
الأستاذ المساعد د/ سامية حشمت
مؤسِّسةٌ مُشاركة بالمركز،

وذلك بمناسبة إنهائها بنجاح رحلةً متميزة لمهمة دراسات ما بعد الدكتوراه في اليابان، والتي تُعد إنجازًا علميًا مشرفًا يعكس ما تتمتعون به من اجتهاد وتفانٍ وتميز أكاديمي وبحثي.

لقد أسهمت هذه التجربة العلمية الدولية الثرية في توسيع آفاق المعرفة، وتعزيز جسور التعاون البحثي، بما يدعم دور المركز ورسالته في الارتقاء بالمجتمع العلمي والتقني.

مع خالص تمنياتنا لسيادتكم بمزيد من التوفيق والريادة، واستمرار مسيرة العطاء والتميز.

مركز أبحاث الحوسبة والذكاء الاصطناعي (CAIR)

Congratulations

The Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR) extends its highest congratulations to
Engineer Reda Badry,
Teaching Assistant at the Department of Electrical Engineering,
and a valued member of the Research Team at CAIR,

on the occasion of the acceptance and publication of her distinguished research paper entitled:
"Survey on Phase Unwrapping Algorithms: Strengths, Limitations, and Future Directions"
within the Special Issue of the 3rd Young Researchers Conference 2025,
published in the International Journal of Applied Energy Systems
(Volume 8, Issue 1, January 2026, pp. 1–7).

This scientific achievement is a testament to her dedication, continuous effort, and active contribution as part of an excellent research team composed of:
Reda Badry; Ghada Y. Abozaid; Mostafa Abbas; Samia Heshmat
from the Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Aswan University.

This acceptance reflects the high quality of the research work and the scientific vision behind it, and adds a new, distinguished contribution on behalf of Aswan University and CAIR to the academic and research community.

We extend our sincere wishes for her continued success, further research achievements, and ongoing scientific leadership.

Center for Computing and Artificial Intelligence Research (CAIR)

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