A’eashah Alhakamy | Data Visualization | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. A’eashah Alhakamy | Data Visualization | Research Excellence Award

University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. A’eashah Alhakamy is an academic leader and researcher in computer science whose work spans computer graphics, computer vision, imaging, visualization, and extended reality, with a scholarly record comprising 27 published documents, 271 citations from 250 citing documents, and an h-index of 9. She earned her Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Computer Science from Purdue University, specializing in illumination integration in dynamic augmented-reality environments, following a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Taibah University. She serves as Associate Professor and Department Chair at the University of Tabuk, holding key leadership roles in data governance, academic affairs, research centers, and national committees. Her research focuses on augmented and extended reality, human-computer interaction, data visualization, immersive technologies, and AI-driven sensing systems, contributing to reputable venues such as IEEE Access, Applied Sciences, Sensors, and Sustainability. She has received multiple awards for outstanding scientific research, excellence in teaching, innovation, and high-impact publications from the University of Tabuk and national academic bodies. In addition, she has led funded grants, supervised numerous postgraduate and undergraduate projects, and contributed to major institutional initiatives. Through research, leadership, and continuous academic service, she remains committed to advancing immersive technologies and impactful computing research.

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Featured Publications

Alhakamy, A. (2025). Intersecting Realms: Examining the Convergence of Vision and AI in Extended Reality Graphics. IEEE Access. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2025.3599337

Friedman, A., Tazike, M., Shelton, E. G., Patel, N. A., Alhakamy, A., & Cafaro, F. (2025). Puppeteers and Forecasters: How Children Engage. Conference paper. https://doi.org/10.1145/3694907.3765950

Alhakamy, A. (2025). Advancing SDG5: Machine Learning and Statistical Graphics for Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equity. Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17219706

Friedman, A., Tazike, M., Shelton, E. G., Patel, N., Alhakamy, A., & Cafaro, F. (2025). “I’m a Fish!”: Exploring Children’s Engagement with Human–Data Interactions in Museums. Applied Sciences. https://doi.org/10.3390/app152111304

Alhakamy, A. (2024). Extended Reality (XR) Toward Building Immersive Solutions: The Key to Unlocking Industry 4.0. ACM Computing Surveys. https://doi.org/10.1145/3652595

Khalid Alanazi | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Khalid Alanazi | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Department of Mechanical Engineering/University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Khalid Alanazi is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tabuk, specializing in energy systems, fluid mechanics, and material erosion studies. He earned his B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with distinction from the University of Tabuk, followed by M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Tulsa, where he conducted extensive research on solid particle erosion, oil-water emulsions, and computational fluid dynamics. Over his academic career, Dr. Alanazi has contributed to both teaching and curriculum development, instructing courses ranging from Engineering Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics to Turbomachinery and Refrigeration Systems, while supervising senior design projects and field training programs. His research primarily focuses on solar-powered desalination technologies, oil-water emulsion behavior under variable conditions, and the erosion resistance of metals in gas-solid flows. Dr. Alanazi has published numerous papers in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing both fundamental and applied mechanical engineering. Recognized for his academic excellence, he has received multiple awards including the Prince Fahad bin Sultan Award for Academic Excellence and the Chapman Graduate Scholar Presentation Awards. His work continues to bridge experimental, computational, and applied approaches, contributing to sustainable engineering solutions and industrial applications worldwide.

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Featured Publications

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R. S., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2024). “Effects of water salinity and temperature on oil-in-water emulsions stabilized by a nonionic surfactant.” Journal of Molecular Liquids, 414, 126067.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2023). “Experimental study of monovalent salt and hydrochloric acid solution effects on the stability of blank oil-water dispersion in batch separators.” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 87660.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2023). “Effect of water cut and temperature on the stability of emulsifier-free oil-water dispersion in batch separators at various stirrer speeds.” ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, 87660.

AbdelMeguid, H., Alanazi, K., Al-Shammari, A. F., Al-Twaim, O., Aljuhani, A., et al. (2025). “Sequential thermal and optical upgrades for passive solar stills: Toward sustainable desalination in arid climates.” Clean Energy and Sustainability, 3(4), 10017.

Alanazi, K., Mohan, R., Kolla, S. S., & Shoham, O. (2025). “Stability analysis of pure oil-water emulsion in gravity-based separators.” Journal of Fluids Engineering, 147(1), 011401.