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📘 BASSAM AL-NAAMI, PH.D. – BIOGRAPHY
🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
PH.D. IN MEDICAL ELECTRONICS AND ERGONOMICS From 1997 to 2000, Dr. Bassam Al-Naami pursued his Ph.D. at the Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University (LETI), Russia. His research was centered on Interaction Efficiency of Operational Virtual Reality Systems with an Operator, a project merging biomedical engineering and television and video engineering. His doctoral work emphasized ergonomics, human factors, and the integration of technology to improve operator interaction in virtual systems. VISITING RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP IN SIGNAL & IMAGE PROCESSING From 2001 to 2003, Dr. Al-Naami completed a Visiting Research Fellowship at the University of Sussex, Brighton, UK. He collaborated with notable researchers, including Dr. John Torry, Dr. Mark English, and Prof. Richard Vincent, focusing on wavelet domain signal processing. DIPLOMA IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING/MEDICAL ELECTRONICS His foundational academic journey began at Stavropol State Technical University, Russia, where he earned a Five-Year Honors Diploma in Biomedical Engineering and Medical Electronics (1992–1997). This laid the groundwork for his future in medical instrumentation and signal processing.
💼 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
PROFESSOR & DEPARTMENT CHAIR Currently, Dr. Al-Naami holds the position of Professor and Department Chair of Biomedical Engineering at Hashemite University (HU) in Jordan. His career spans over two decades, during which he also served as Vice Dean of Student Affairs (2014–2015) and Dean Assistant of Engineering Faculty (2010–2012). ABET ACCREDITATION LEADER Dr. Al-Naami has been deeply involved in academic accreditation efforts, serving as the ABET Coordinator at Hashemite University. His leadership in developing academic programs, ensuring quality standards, and facilitating ABET accreditation for the Biomedical Engineering department at HU has significantly enhanced the institution’s academic reputation. Additionally, he was pivotal in founding the Master’s Program in Biomedical Engineering at HU during the academic year 2022-2023. ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES & TEACHING Beyond accreditation, Dr. Al-Naami has served on multiple academic committees, contributed to curriculum development, and mentored over 70 final-year engineering projects. He has extensive teaching experience in medical imaging, biomedical instrumentation, and advanced signal processing.
SIGNAL AND IMAGE PROCESSING Dr. Al-Naami's research has a notable focus on signal and image processing in clinical settings, exploring:
- ECG, cardiac ischemia, and arrhythmias
- Automated detection of sleep apnea
- Neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis
- Cancer detection via CT and MRI images
MEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION & NON-INVASIVE TECHNOLOGIES He has advanced the development of non-invasive diagnostic tools including devices for:
- Hemoglobin measurement
- Lung sound analysis
- Wound healing automation systems
His pioneering work in field-programmable gate arrays (FPGA) for medical applications has contributed to real-time health monitoring systems. ERGONOMICS & VIRTUAL REALITY Dr. Al-Naami has been at the forefront of ergonomics and virtual reality (VR) research, using haptic devices and VR systems to improve training for medical professionals. His research into the physiological impacts of VR, including visual and muscle fatigue, has influenced both the medical and industrial sectors.
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Al-Naami’s contributions have significantly impacted medical technology and biomedical engineering across the Middle East and internationally. His leadership in academic accreditation and program development has shaped the next generation of biomedical engineers in Jordan. Through his research, he has improved diagnostic techniques in critical areas such as cancer detection, heart disease, and neurology. His collaboration with global institutions like the University of Sussex and the Jordanian Engineering Association further amplifies his influence.
📊 ACADEMIC CITES
Dr. Al-Naami's work has been widely cited in academic and clinical research papers. His findings on non-invasive medical diagnostics, image processing, and signal analysis are frequently referenced in journals related to biomedical engineering and medical instrumentation.
🏆 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Dr. Al-Naami has been recognized for his outstanding contributions with multiple accolades, including:
- IEEE Senior Membership (2023)
- Excellence in Scientific Research Award from Hashemite University (2013/2014)
- Best Project Award at Saint Petersburg LETI (1999)
His legacy in shaping the biomedical engineering field through teaching, research, and administrative leadership is remarkable. Moving forward, Dr. Al-Naami aims to continue his research in AI-driven medical diagnostics and expand his work in non-invasive medical devices. FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS As technology evolves, Dr. Al-Naami’s ongoing projects in deep learning for medical imaging and thermographic analysis for hemoglobin levels will likely redefine diagnostic practices. His focus on IoT in healthcare is set to create innovative solutions for remote patient monitoring and improved healthcare delivery.
📚 TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Dr. Al-Naami has taught a diverse array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including:
- Biomedical Instrumentation I & II
- Medical Imaging Modalities
- Digital Image Processing
- Medical Device Design & Development
His commitment to education is evident in his student mentorship, advising over 70 final-year projects across biomedical, electrical, and mechanical engineering disciplines.
🔬 RESEARCH PROJECTS
Dr. Al-Naami has spearheaded numerous funded research projects. Key projects include:
- Non-invasive hemoglobin measurement using advanced image processing and deep learning
- Kidney stone detection using artificial intelligence
- Automated hand dexterity monitoring systems for post-stroke patients
His collaborations with institutions such as Al-Bashir Government Hospital and Jordan University Hospital have enhanced clinical research applications in Jordan.
🌟 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Dr. Al-Naami is a Senior Member of IEEE and a member of the Jordanian Engineering Association. He has actively contributed to professional societies, such as the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, playing a vital role in advancing the field of biomedical engineering globally.
📑NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
"Electromyography Monitoring Systems in Rehabilitation: A Review of Clinical Applications, Wearable Devices and Signal Acquisition Methodologies"
- Authors: Al-Ayyad, M. , Owida, H.A. , De Fazio, R. , Al-Naami, B. , Visconti, P.
- Journal: Electronics
- Year: 2023
"IoT Solutions and AI-Based Frameworks for Masked-Face and Face Recognition to Fight the COVID-19 Pandemic"
- Authors: Al-Nabulsi, J. , Turab, N. , Owida, H.A. , ... De Fazio, R. , Visconti, P.
- Journal: Sensors
- Year: 2023
"Improved recovery of cardiac auscultation sounds using modified cosine transform and LSTM-based masking"
- Authors: Al-Zaben, A. , Al-Fahoum, A. , Ababneh, M. , Al-Naami, B. , Al-Omari, G.
- Journal: Medical and Biological Engineering and Computing
- Year: 2024
"Advanced Low-Pass Filters for Signal Processing: A Comparative Study on Gaussian, Mittag-Leffler, and Savitzky-Golay Filters"
- Authors: Rawash, Y.Z. , Al‐Naami, B. , Alfraihat, A. , Owida, H.A.
- Journal: Mathematical Modelling of Engineering Problems
- Year: 2024
"Automated Lung Cancer Diagnosis Applying Butterworth Filtering, Bi-Level Feature Extraction, and Sparce Convolutional Neural Network to Luna 16 CT Images"
- Authors: Gharaibeh, N.Y. , De Fazio, R. , Al-Naami, B. , Al-Hinnawi, A.-R. , Visconti, P.
- Journal: Journal of Imaging
- Year: 2024