معرفی
Robert F. Harrison is Professor of Computational Data Modelling at the University of Sheffield's Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. He joined the department in 1987 and has served twice as Head of Department (2008-09, 2011-12). Since 2014, he has directed the Centre for Doctoral Training in Control & Systems Engineering. Between 2009-2012, he acted as Director of Sheffield's Rail Innovation and Technology Centre, a Network Rail-funded initiative.
Harrison's research focuses on applying systems engineering methods to biomedical and industrial challenges, with expertise in:
- Machine learning and neural networks for clinical decision support
- Bayesian hierarchical models for aerospace prognostics
- Kernel methods and support vector machines
- Rail network optimization and energy management
- Biomedical applications including trauma prognosis and thyroid analysis
His research themes demonstrate strong interdisciplinary integration across medical diagnostics, transportation systems, and aerospace engineering. Recent work shows increasing focus on cybersecurity in critical infrastructure and optimization of rail networks using Bayesian and evolutionary approaches.
Professional Activities
- Visiting Fellowship at Princeton University's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Fellowship at Butler College
- Visiting Fellowship at James Cook University
- Member of editorial boards for multiple international journals
- Technical committee roles for International Federation of Automatic Control (IFAC)
Harrison has secured over £3M in research funding from organizations including Siemens, EPSRC, Network Rail, and Rolls-Royce for projects on rail optimization, energy systems, and aerospace prognostics.
