Nagham Saeed

Dr. Nagham Saeed is an Associate Professor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the School of Computing and Engineering, University of West London, where she has been actively engaged in teaching and research since 2007. She holds a PhD in Intelligent MANET Optimisation from Brunel University and leads the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) research group. Her academic service includes editorial and technical committee roles for IEEE and MDPI, and she is a Chartered Engineer (CEng), Senior Member of IEEE, Member of IET, and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA).

• PhD in Intelligent MANET Optimisation System, Brunel University (2011)

Her research focuses on intelligent systems for smart cities, applying artificial intelligence to telecommunications, energy modeling, and industrial applications. She explores AI-driven optimization in next-generation networks, smart grid integration, battery management systems, and sustainable ICT. Her work also extends to engineering education, particularly feedforward teaching methods and student engagement. The recent publications reveal a strong trend in applying AI and machine learning to solve real-world challenges in energy systems, IoT, transportation, and environmental sustainability, often with a focus on smart cities and renewable integration.

Dr. Saeed has been recognized with several awards, including:

• 2021 University of West London Student Union Best Supervisor/Tutor Award
• 2022 IEEE Region 8 Outstanding Women in Engineering Section Volunteer Award

She mentors early-career engineers and academics and actively promotes electrical and electronic engineering among young girls. She has served as the 2023 IEEE Women in Engineering UK & Ireland Chair and is currently the Vice Chair (Chair-Elect) for the IEEE UK & Ireland Section (2024–2025). Her leadership spans technical innovation, academic service, and diversity advocacy in engineering.

She teaches across a range of programs, including MSc Industrial Internet of Things, BEng and MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and supervises PhD research in related fields.