Doaa Taha

Dr. Doaa Taha is an Associate Professor of Analytics at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. She specializes in Analytics & Data Science, with research interests spanning Big Data, Systems Engineering, and Crisis Management. She actively contributes to initiatives like HU’s E3 program and STEM-up, and serves on the Curriculum Committee. Dr. Taha holds a D.Sc. in Engineering Management from George Washington University, alongside an M.Sc. in Operations Research and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering.

Education:

• D.Sc. in Engineering Management, George Washington University, 201?
• M.Sc. in Operations Research and Management Science, George Washington University, 20??
• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, Zagazig University, Egypt, 20??

Research & Professional Contributions: Dr. Taha’s work focuses on Exploratory Data Analysis, Optimization, and Disaster Preparedness. She has advised U.S. government programs on Women’s Leadership in STEM and led research funded by the European Union. Her research on Soft Skills and Early Childhood Learning earned World Bank recognition. She has also contributed to NSF-funded crisis management research and secured grants for the IWMF Journalism Smartphone Security App.

Awards & Affiliations:

• World Bank Best Practices Recognition (specific project)
• Member of ADC (American Arab Affairs Council) Board and ADC-RI Executive Committee
• Founder, American Arab Women’s Empowerment Forum

Grants & Leadership: Secured NSF grants for Post-9/11 Corporate Risk Management research and led IWMF’s MENA Program funding. Advised on technology commercialization and public policy.