Alfadhl Y. Alkhaled

Dr. Alfadhl Y. Alkhaled serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Resource Sciences at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore's School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences since October 2024. His expertise bridges agricultural engineering and data science for sustainable farming solutions.

His academic foundation includes:

• PhD in Agricultural Mechanization and Automation Engineering, University Putra Malaysia (2019)
• MS in Agricultural Mechanization and Automation Engineering, University Putra Malaysia (2015)
• BE in Electronics (Bio-Instrumentation Engineering), Multimedia University (2012)

Dr. Alkhaled's research pioneers AI-driven agricultural innovation, focusing on hyperspectral remote sensing, non-destructive quality assessment, and smart farming systems. His work develops machine learning models for yield prediction, disease detection in crops like oil palm and potatoes, and postharvest preservation techniques – directly addressing food security challenges through sensor fusion and IoT integration.

His 15+ recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a clear trajectory toward data-intensive precision agriculture, with increasing emphasis on multi-sensor integration (acoustic, hyperspectral, dielectric) and AI optimization for crop management. Key application areas include potato nitrogen management, apple quality monitoring, and oil palm disease detection.

Notable recognitions include:

• People's Choice Award for Best 3MT Presentation (2020)
• University of Kentucky 3MT 2nd Place (2020)
• University Putra Malaysia Best Thesis Award (2019)
• Gold Medal for Cooking Oil Quality Detector (i-ENVEX 2014)

As an active researcher and educator, Dr. Alkhaled secures continuous funding evidenced by his publication pipeline and prior fellowships. He mentors students through AGME 283 coursework and research projects, emphasizing hands-on sensor technology experience. His teaching innovation extends to developing the Spectroscopy Analysis curriculum and delivering specialized guest lectures on digital farming.

Dr. Alkhaled leads research initiatives in agricultural sensor development and data analytics, with current projects focused on magnetically treated irrigation systems, hyperspectral nitrogen management, and synergistic drying techniques – positioning his team at the forefront of climate-resilient farming solutions.