Rinat Khusainov

Rinat Khusainov is a Professor at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Technology, affiliated with the School of Computing and the Department of Computing. He holds roles as Associate Head (Research and Innovation), Innovation and Impact Development Manager, and PhD Supervisor. His research focuses on Applied Artificial Intelligence, particularly in health technologies, sensor systems, and addressing societal challenges through AI. He leads the University of Portsmouth's Cisco Networking Academy, contributing to undergraduate/postgraduate curriculum and professional development programs like Cisco CCNA. Khusainov has a PhD in Computer Science from University College Dublin (2004) and an MSc from the same institution (1998).

His research interests span Machine Learning, Computer Vision, IoT, Cybersecurity, and healthcare analytics. He has collaborated with industry on projects involving assisted living technologies, smart sensors, and embedded systems. Key affiliations include the Centre for Healthcare Modelling and Informatics, Computational Intelligence Research Group, and Future of Law, Innovation and Technology Research Centre.

Recent articles highlight innovations in AI-driven mental health solutions, edge-based violence detection systems, and steganographic methods. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, bridging AI with healthcare, cybersecurity, and renewable energy systems. He actively contributes to knowledge transfer initiatives, including EU-funded projects and industrial consultancy in sensor characterization and data management.

Khusainov’s teaching portfolio includes computer networks, distributed systems, and machine learning. His academic leadership extends to managing research impact initiatives and fostering innovation in higher education through tech-enabled pedagogies. He remains engaged in advancing ethical AI applications and sustainable energy technologies through collaborative research.