Abdel-Hamid Soliman

Abdel-Hamid Soliman is a Professor in the Department of Digital, Tech, Innovation & Business at Staffordshire University, UK. His academic roles include teaching, research leadership, and industrial collaboration. He holds a PhD in Image Processing and multiple postgraduate certifications in research supervision and methods.

Education Background:

• PhD in Image Processing
• MSc in Information Systems and Data Acquisition Systems
• BEng (Hons) Distinction in Electronics and Communications
• PGC in Research Supervision
• PGC in Research Methods

Research focuses on bridging academia and industry through automation technologies (Smart Cities, Energy Management, Safety Systems), fibre optics, IoT, and advanced signal/image processing. He leads EU-funded projects like CERES-TEMPUS, PEACE Erasmus Mundus, and WatERP-FP7. His work emphasizes community impact through innovation.

Industrial Collaboration:

• Consultant for oil companies (VIBA, AGIP, etc.)
• Co-founder of ICentrica Ltd (spin-out company)
• Delivered projects for Sturge Industries, Universal Systems, and Direct Radio Response

Grants & Partnerships:

• Secured EU funding via FP7 and Erasmus Mundus programs
• National/international partnerships in North Africa/Middle East

Labs/Teams: Involved with Staffordshire's research groups and ICentrica Ltd's innovation activities. Active in training programs for industry professionals and university collaborations.