ICAIR 2026
6th International Conference on AI Research
Biographies
Below are the ICAIR Biographies of the Conference and Programme Chairs, Key Note Speakers and Mini-Track Chairs.
Conference and Programme Chairs
Christoph Lipps, graduated in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Kaiserslautern, where he meanwhile lectures as well. He is a Senior Researcher and Ph.D. candidate at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) in Kaiserslautern, Germany, heading the Cyber Resilience & Security Team of the Intelligent Networks Research Department. He is not only a member of the committee of the ICCWS and ECCWS, but also scientific committee member of various international conferences, and reviewer of several journals. His research focuses on Physical Layer Security (PhySec), Physically Unclonable Functions (PUFs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biometrics, Security for Medical applications, as well as entity authentication, Security in the Sixth Generation (6G) Wireless Systems and all aspects of network and cyber security.
Dr.-Ing Mohammad Asif Habibi received the B.Sc. degree in Telecommunication Engineering from Kabul University, Afghanistan, in 2011, the M.Sc. degree in Systems Engineering and Informatics from the Czech University of Life Sciences, Czech Republic, in 2016, and the Dr.-Ing. degree from the University of Kaiserslautern (RPTU), Germany, in 2025. From 2011 to 2014, he worked as a Radio Access Network Engineer at Huawei. From 2017 to 2025, he was a Researcher and Senior Researcher with the Division of Wireless Communications and Radio Navigation, University of Kaiserslautern (RPTU), Germany. Since 2026, he has been a Senior Researcher at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI). His research interests include network and service management, network architecture, machine learning, and radio access networks.
Mini Track Chairs
Dr. Mitt Nowshade Kabir is an AI and digital transformation strategist, serial entrepreneur, and academic with over three decades of experience at the intersection of artificial intelligence, innovation, and business strategy. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Trouvus, an AI-driven firm advising organizations on applied AI, intelligent operating models, and digital transformation. Dr. Kabir also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Digital Transformation. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed research papers, authored Knowledge-Based Social Entrepreneurship (Palgrave Macmillan), and has chaired and spoken at major international conferences on AI, AGI, and digital innovation.
Thomas Keller is a Professor of Information Technology at the ZHAW School of Management and Law. He co-leads the Centre of People & Technology and holds a MSc degree in Electrical Engineering from ETH Zurich and a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Zurich. His areas of expertise include complex tool systems, business process automation and emerging technologies. He is currently focusing on virtual and augmented reality, including generative AI, modelling and automation, and the application of emerging technologies in entrepreneurial contexts and future-oriented digital-life scenarios.
Mirella Moser is a researcher at the ZHAW School of Management and Law, specialising in Human-Computer Interaction. Her work focuses on interactive systems for mental health and stress management, including immersive VR environments, biofeedback, and AI-mediated interaction. She holds degrees from the Zurich University of Applied Sciences in Business Information Technology and Business Administration, as well as a degree in Art History from the University of Zurich. Her professional background includes experience in banking and risk management, and her current research explores emerging questions around AI Afterlife and future human-AI interaction.
Prof. Dr. Abbas Fadhil Aljuboori is working currently at Gulf College, Department of Computing Sciences, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman. He is also worked as a Deputy Dean for Scientific Affairs at AlShaab University, Baghdad, Iraq. He has a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Dongguk University, South Korea. Fulbright Visiting scholar – University of Central Oklahoma – Edmond – USA. International Advisory Board Member for CT University, India.
He worked as a Vice President for Administrative Affairs and Head of Smart Cities Center at University of Information Technology and Communications, Baghdad, Iraq. Faculty Staff Member at Al Zahra College for Women, Muscat, Oman. Researcher and Manager in the Advanced Institute of Convergence Information Technology (AICIT) – South Korea, Head of Computer Science Department – University of Kerbala. Vice President of Iraqi Universities Accreditation and Quality Assurance Council for Computer Science and IT.
His field of Interest are in Data Mining, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Social Media Analysis, and Smart Applications. He is a Member of several of Academic and Professional Societies. He is an Editor-in-Chief, Editorial Board Member and Reviewer of many eminent International Journals and Conferences worldwide.
Belinda G. Gimbert, Ph.D., associate professor, Educational Administration, Department of Educational Studies, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH. Her research addresses a broad array of human capital policies that impact talent management in low performing K-12 school systems and influence the composition, distribution, and quality of educators in the workforce. Gimbert teaches course related to human resource administration, introduction to educational administration, and K-12 instructional supervision focusing on using AI and mobile learning technologies. She also directs two national projects sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of English Language Acquisition.
Raeal Moore, Ph.D., Executive Director of Evaluation Data Solutions, LLC. She specializes in providing comprehensive, high-quality research, evaluation, and assessment services to deliver reliable and accurate information about the implementation and outcomes of programs and projects. She uses mixed methods approaches to answer programmatic questions. She understands that a credible and comprehensive evaluation is critically important to provide program decision-makers with timely, evaluation results. With 20 years’ experience, Raeal spends time strengthening the evaluation capacity and practice of organizations. Moore earned an M.A. and Ph.D. in Quantitative Research, Evaluation, and Measurement at Ohio State University.
Dean Cristol, Ph.D., executive director, Educators for All LLC. Columbus, OH focuses on educational technology professional development within marginalized educational settings, aiming to equip both students and teachers with culturally responsive skills for technology-driven learning environments. Engages in research initiatives funded by international, national, state, and private foundation grants. Contributes extensively to academic discourse through publications in numerous journals, authoring books and chapters, and presenting findings at international, national, and state conferences. He serves as an Associate Editor for the Theory Into Practice journal and is Vice President for the International Association for Mobile Learning, showcasing their commitment to advancing scholarly dialogue and professional development in educational technology on a global scale.
Nicholas Giester, MBA, more than 20 years of experience in public and private sector industries of IT, specializing in delivering technological solutions to business partners focused on the automation and improvement of vital business operations, as well as adeptly navigating organizational culture. He is highly skilled in evaluating the compatibility of existing infrastructure and software with fundamental business services, offering strategic guidance on investing in technologies like artificial intelligence or deciding on divestitures to meet business objectives. He excels at building and sustaining critical relationships, enabling him to manage crises efficiently, troubleshoot issues, and broker solutions effectively.
Barbara Seidl, PhD., served as Associate Dean for Teacher Education and Undergraduate Experiences at the University of Colorado Denver’s School of Education & Human Development, where she championed inclusive, community-centered pathways for future educators. With over two decades of experience in developing and leading teacher preparation programs, her work focused on supporting diverse and first-generation students and strengthening urban and rural education pipelines. Dr. Seidl was instrumental in advancing innovative models like the nationally recognized NxtGEN Teacher Residency, designed to address teacher shortages and diversify the profession. Her leadership left a lasting impact on teacher education in Colorado and beyond.