InterestsFundingSupervised Theses

Research Interests

• Human-Computer Interaction: My primary research interests are in the intersection of human-computer interaction (HCI) and education, particularly IT education. HCI, an interdisciplinary field drawing from computer science, psychology, and ergonomics, concentrates on technology design and, specifically, the interaction between humans and computers. In my research, I focus on designing, analyzing, implementing, and evaluating user interfaces that bring new possibilities for users. Throughout my research career, I developed an interest in several HCI-related topics. For instance, I designed a tool to be used by end-user developers to create visualizations with an emphasis on the usability of the tool.
• Conversational Agents (Chatbots): The focus of my research centers on chatbots, with a two-fold objective: designing them to be both usable and effective, and investigating the impact of design configurations on user behavior. I aim to create chatbot interfaces that are intuitive and user-friendly, ensuring a seamless and satisfying interaction for users. Simultaneously, I delve into the influence of various design factors, such as personality traits and communication modalities, on user behavior. Through comprehensive studies, I examine how these design configurations affect user trust, perceived authenticity, and engagement with chatbots. My research seeks to uncover valuable insights that can inform the development of highly effective and user-centric chatbot systems by understanding the interplay between design elements and user responses.
• IT Education: Concerning IT education, I utilize my expertise in design to create interactive illustrations to be used in IT education. For instance, I experimented with combining interactive educational content visualizing complex algorithms and existing pedagogical strategies on students’ learning and engagement. I’m also interested in the design and efficient operation of IT labs.
• End-User Development (a Visualization Tool for End-user Developers): Uvis is a visualization system that targets savvy designers. With Uvis, designers drag and drop visual objects, set the visual object properties with formulas, and see the result immediately. The formulas are declarative and similar to spreadsheet formulas. The formulas compute the property values and can refer to fields, visual properties, functions, etc. This research hypothesizes that it is possible to express custom visualizations with spreadsheet-like formulas, and savvy designers can learn to refine the visualizations. The research presents four contributions: The first is the expressive power of formulas, substantiated with a collection of custom visualizations. The second contribution is iteratively refining Uvis based on feedback from savvy designers. Uvis provides novel cognitive aids that assist the designers in creating and refining custom visualizations. The third contribution is a usability evaluation of Uvis with savvy designers. The fourth contribution is a usability analysis of several visualization tools including Uvis. The analysis highlights the differences between approaches and argues why Uvis is more suited for custom visualizations.

Funded Projects

• Research Incentive Fund (RIF) Grant (Co-PI): 299,875 AED, Zayed University, UAE, 2023. The Impact of Prompt Engineering for Empowering Educators and Learners: A Comprehensive Tool on Teaching and Learning Effectiveness (PI: ElSayary, A., Co-PIs: Kuhail, M. A., Hojiej, Z., Nadaf, A., Miao, X.)
• Research Incentive Fund (RIF) Grant (Co-PI): 206,900 AED, Zayed University, UAE, 2023. Factors Influencing Users' Judgement of Educational Chatbots (PI: Al-Shamaileh, O., Co-PIs: Kuhail, M. A., Al Imamy, S.)
• Research Incentive Fund (RIF) Grant (PI): 255,708 AED, Zayed University, UAE, 2022. Exploring the Design Space of Polyadic Chatbots, and its Effect on User Behavior (PI: Kuhail, M. A., Co-PIs: Al Imamy, S., Taj, I., Abu Shawar, B., Berengueres, J.)
• Research Incentive Fund (RIF) Grant (Co-PI): 300,000 AED, Zayed University, UAE, 2022. Using Social Media Analytics and AI to Assess Brands’ Perception & Reputation in Real-time (PI: Mathew, S. S., Co-PIs: El Barachi, M., Kuhail, M. A.)
• UAEU-ZU Grant (Co-PI): 360,500 AED, UAE University & Zayed University Joint Research Grant, UAE, 2022. Astro Haptic Footwear: Human Augmentation for Mars Exploration (PI: Berengueres, J., Co-PIs: Kuhail, M. A., Taher, F.)
• Research Incentive Fund (RIF) Grant (PI): 300,000 AED, Zayed University, UAE, 2020. ZUAdviser: Developing the next-generation AI-driven virtual academic adviser (PI: Kuhail, M. A., Co-PIs: Negreiros, J., Al Katheeri, H., Alfandi, O.)
• NSF/IEEE-TCPP Curriculum Initiative on Parallel and Distributed Computing (PI): $2,500, NSF, USA, 2015. Integrating Parallelism into the Computer Science Curriculum (PI: Kuhail, M. A., Co-PIs: Rao, P., De Liefvoort, V., Hare, B.)

Supervised Theses and Projects

• Master's Theses
  • Ethical Dilemma in Oil & Gas Procurement of Gulf Companies. Studdent: Rand Derar Alathamneh (Co-supervised with Prof. Joao Negreiros), Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • AI Chatbots in UAE Government Entities: An Empirical Investigation of User Adoption and Acceptance Factors. Studdent: Amna Alremeithi (Co-supervised with Prof. Ashraf Khalil), Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • Weaving ODRL Into RBAC: Concepts and Demonstration. Studdent: Aisha Alshamsi (Co-supervised with Prof. Zakaria Maamar), Zayed University, UAE 2022
  • A Model for Estimating Bike Lane Demand. Studdent: Aadarsh Vadakattu, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2019
  • Parking Availability Forecasting Model. Studdent: Manohar Boorlu, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2019
  • TaskDo: A Daily Task Recommender System. Studdent: Nikhil Gurram, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2019
  • Smart Travel Recommender System. Studdent: Bilal Ahmad, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2018
• Honors Thesis (Bachelor's Thesis)
  • Day of the Week Twitter Publishing Impact, Student: Zachary Theiss, University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA 2019
• Senior Projects (Bachelor's Degree)
  • Home Securing System, Zayed University, UAE 2022
  • Face Recognition Entry System, Zayed University, UAE 2022
  • 3D Learning Hub, Zayed University, UAE 2021
  • Find My Pet, Zayed University, UAE 2021
  • Major Match, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Products Comparison, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • ShareURCar, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Unibud, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Teachy, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Mobility as a Service, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Communi, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Beverage Master, Zayed University, UAE 2020
  • Two sides of virtual assistant, Zayed University, UAE 2019
  • Employee Satisfaction, Zayed University, UAE 2019

JournalsBooksChaptersConferences

Journal Articles

• ElSayary, A., Kuhail, M. A., Hojeij, Z. (2025). Examining the Role of Prompt Engineering in Utilizing Generative AI Tools for Lesson Planning: Insights From Teachers’ Experiences and Perceptions, Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies, Article ID 9986139. Wiley http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/hbe2/9986139
• Kuhail, M. A., Abdulkerim, A. Z., Thornquist, E., Haile, S. Y. (2025). A review on the use of immersive technology in space research, Telematics and Informatics Reports, Volume 17, March 2025, 100191. Elsevier https://doi.org/10.1016/j.teler.2025.100191
• Kuhail, M. A., AL-Shamaileh, O., Thomas, J., Thornquist, E., Shah, S. J. H. (2025). Assessing the impact of emojis in personality-imbued chatbots: insights from an academic advising perspective, Information Technology & People. Emerald https://doi.org/10.1108/ITP-12-2023-1286
• Shuhaiber, A., Kuhail, M. A., Salman, S. (2025). ChatGPT in higher education - A Student's perspective, Computers in Human Behavior Reports, 17, 100565. Elsevier https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chbr.2024.100565
• Kuhail, M. A., Taj, I., Alimamy, S., Abu Shawar, B. (2024). A review on polyadic chatbots: trends, challenges, and future research directions, Knowledge and Information Systems, Springer https://doi.org/10.1007/s10115-024-02287-0
• Thomas, J., Kuhail, M. A., AlBeyahi, F. (2024). The Metaverse, Religious Practice and Wellbeing: A Narrative Review. Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, 27(1), 57-63. Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers. https://doi.org/10.1089/cyber.2023.0003
• Kuhail, M. A., Berengueres, J., Taher, F., Khan, S., Siddiqui, A. (2024). Designing a Haptic Boot for Space with Prompt Engineering: Process, Insights, and Implications. IEEE Access. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3449396
• Kuhail, M. A., Bahja, M., Al-Shamaileh, O., Thomas, J., Alkazemi, A., Negreiros, J. (2024). Assessing the Impact of Chatbot-Human Personality Congruence on User Behavior: A Chatbot-based Advising System Case. IEEE Access. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3402977
• Kuhail, M. A., Mathew, S. S., Khalil, A., Berengueres, J., Shah, S. J. H. (2024). “Will I be replaced?” Assessing ChatGPT's effect on software development and programmer perceptions of AI tools. Science of Computer Programming, 235, 103111. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scico.2024.103111
• Hojeij, Z., Kuhail, M. A., ElSayary, A. (2024). Investigating in-service teachers’ views on ChatGPT integration. Interactive Technology and Smart Education. Emerald Publishing Limited. https://doi.org/10.1108/ITSE-04-2024-0094
• Kuhail, M. A., Alturki, N., Thomas, J., Alkhalifa, A. K., Alshardan, A. (2024). Human-Human vs Human-AI Therapy: An Empirical Study. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 1-12. Taylor & Francis. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2024.2385001
• Kuhail, M. A., Alturki, N., Thomas, J., Alkhalifa, A. K. (2024). Human vs. AI Counseling: College Students' Perspectives. Computers in Human Behavior Reports, 100534. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chbr.2024.100534
• Alimamy, S., Kuhail, M. A. (2023). I will be with you Alexa! The impact of intelligent virtual assistant's authenticity and personalization on user reusage intentions. Computers in Human Behavior, 143, 107711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2023.107711
• Kuhail, M.A., Alturki, N., Alramlawi, Alhejori, K. (2023). Interacting with educational chatbots: A systematic review. Educ Inf Technol 28, 973–1018. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-022-11177-3
• Kuhail, M. A., Berengueres, J., Taher, F., Alkuwaiti, M., & Khan, S. Z. (2023). Haptic Systems: Trends and Lessons Learned for Haptics in Spacesuits. Electronics, 12(8), 1888. https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics12081888
• Kuhail, M. A., Negreiros, J., Al Katheeri, H., Khan, S., & Almutairi, S. (2023). Understanding Influencers of College Major Decision: The UAE Case. Education Sciences, 13(1), 39. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci13010039
• Kuhail, M. A., Al Katheeri, H., Negreiros, J., Seffah, A., Alfandi, O. (2023). Engaging Students With a Chatbot-Based Academic Advising System. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 39:10, 2115-2141, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2022.2074645
• Kuhail, M. A., ElSayary, A., Farooq, S., & Alghamdi, A. (2022). Exploring Immersive Learning Experiences: A Survey. Informatics, 9(4), 75. https://doi.org/10.3390/informatics9040075
• Mathew, S. S., El Barachi, M., & Kuhail, M. A. (2022). CrowdPower: A Novel Crowdsensing-as-a-Service Platform for Real-Time Incident Reporting. Applied Sciences, 12(21), 11156. https://doi.org/10.3390/app122111156
• Kuhail, M. A., Thomas, J., Alramlawi, S., Shah, S. J., & Thornquist, E. (2022). Interacting with a Chatbot-Based Advising System: Understanding the Effect of Chatbot Personality and User Gender on Behavior. Informatics, 9(4), 81. https://doi.org/10.3390/informatics9040081
• Kuhail, M. A., & Lauesen, S. (2022). User Story Quality in Practice: A Case Study. Software, 1(3), 223-243. https://doi.org/10.3390/software1030010
• Kuhail, M. A., Farooq, S., Hammad, R., Bahja, M. (2021). Characterizing Visual Programming Approaches for End-User Developers: A Systematic Review. IEEE Access, vol. 9, pp. 14181-14202, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2021.3051043
• Kuhail, M. A., Al Katheeri, H., Negreiro, J. (2021). MyMajor: Assisting IT students with major selection. Global Journal of Engineering Education, 23 (3), pp. 197 - 203 Link
• Kuhail, M. A., Negreiro, J., Seffah, A. (2021). Teaching recursive thinking using unplugged activities. World Transactions on Engineering and Technology Education, 19 (2), pp. 169 - 175 Link
• Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S. (2020). Uvis: A Formula-Based End-User Tool for Data Visualization. IEEE Access, 19, pp. 110264-110278, doi:https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2020.3002591
• Vadakattu, A., Kuhail, M. A., Tata, H. (2019). A Model to Estimate Bike-Lane Demand. International Journal of Modeling and Optimization, 9 (5), Link

Books

• Mathew, S. S., Kuhail, M. A., Hadid, M., Farooq, S. (2025). The Object-Oriented Approach to Problem Solving and Machine Learning with Python. Chapman and Hall/CRC. eBook ISBN: 9781032668321, Link (Authored)
• Kuhail, M. A., Berengueres, J., Taher, F., Al Kuwaiti, M. (2024). Advances, Applications and the Future of Haptic Technology. SpringerBriefs in Computer Science. Softcover ISBN: 978-3-031-70587-8, doi: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-70588-5 (Authored)
• Kuhail, M. A., Abu Shawar, B., Hammad, R. (2023). Trends, Applications, and Challenges of Chatbot Technology. IGI Global. ISBN13: 9781668462348, doi: https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-6234-8 (Edited)

Book Chapters

• Kuhail, M. A., Farooq, S., Almutairi, S. (2023). Recent Developments in Chatbot Usability and Design Methodologies. In Trends, Applications, and Challenges of Chatbot Technology. IGI Global, pp. 1-23, doi: https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-6234-8.ch001
• Almutairi, S., Khan, S., Kuhail, M. A., Taj, I. (2023). Chatbot Design Challenges and the Effect on User Behavior. In Trends, Applications, and Challenges of Chatbot Technology. IGI Global, pp. 24-35, doi: https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-6234-8.ch002
• Kuhail, M. A., Mathew, S. S., Hammad, R., Bahja, M. (2022). Blockchain Primer: Introduction to Blockchain Foundations and Implementation. In Blockchain Technology and Computational Excellence for Society 5.0. IGI Global, pp. 28-47, doi: https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-8382-1.ch003
• Hammad, R., Bahja, M., Kuhail, M. A. (2022). Bridging the gap between informal learning pedagogy and multimodal learning analytics. In The Multimodal Learning Analytics Handbook. Springer International Publishing, pp. 159-179, doi: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-08076-0_7
• Bahja, M., Kuhail, M. A., Hammad, R. (2021). Embracing Technological Change in Higher Education. In Higher Education - New Approaches to Accreditation, Digitalization, and Globalization in the Age of Covid. IntechOpen, doi: https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.100431

Conference Papers

• Kuhail, M. A., Berengueres, J., Taher, F., Khan, S. (2024). Designing a Haptic Boot for Space with Prompt Engineering: Process, Insights, and Implications. Human Interaction and Emerging Technologies (IHIET-AI 2024): Artificial Intelligence and Future Applications, vol. 120, issue 120. AHFE Open Access, doi: https://doi.org/10.54941/ahfe1004568.
• Alshamsi, A. S., Maamar, Z., Kuhail, M. A. (2023). Towards an approach for weaving Open Digital Rights Language into Role-Based Access Control. IEEE International Conference on IT Innovation and Knowledge Discovery (ITIKD), Manama, Bahrain, pp. 1-6, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/ITIKD56332.2023.10100036.
• Abdel Aziz, Z., Alharmoodi, B., Kuhail, M. A. (2022). BeverageMaster: Smart Beverage Ordering Assistant. IEEE 14th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference on Applied Computing (URC), Dubai, United Arab Emirates, pp. 1-4, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/URC58160.2022.10054222.
• Seffah, A., Kuhail, M. A., Negreiro, J. (2021). IT Teaching Labs: Innovations in a Distance Education Era, IEEE International Conference on Information and Education Technology (ICIET), Okayama, Japan, pp. 215-221, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/ICIET51873.2021.9419598.
• Bahja, M., Hammad, R., Kuhail, M. A. (2020). Capturing Public Concerns About Coronavirus Using Arabic Tweets: An NLP-Driven Approach, IEEE/ACM 13th International Conference on Utility and Cloud Computing (UCC), Leicester, UK, pp. 310-315, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/UCC48980.2020.00049.
• Alkhoori, A., Kuhail, M. A., Alkhoori, A. (2020). UniBud: a virtual academic adviser, IEEE 12th annual undergraduate research conference on applied computing (URC), Dubai, United Arab Emirates, pp. 1-4, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/URC49805.2020.9099191.
• Kuhail, M. A., Boorlu, M., Padarthi, N., Rottinghaus, C. (2019). Parking Availability Forecasting Model, IEEE International Smart Cities Conference (ISC2 2019), Casablanca, Morocco, pp. 1-4, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/ISC246665.2019.9071688.
• Kuhail, M. A., Gurram, N. S. S. (2019). TaskDo: A Daily Task Recommender System, IEEE International Conference on Computational Intelligence in Data Science (ICCIDS), Chennai, India, pp. 1-5, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCIDS.2019.8862073.
• Kuhail, M. A., Ahmad, B., Rottinghaus, C. (2018). Smart Resident: A Personalized Transportation Guidance System, IEEE 5th International Congress on Information Science and Technology (CiSt), Marrakech, Morocco, pp. 547-551, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/CIST.2018.8596632.
• Kuhail, M. A., Cook, S., Neustrom, J. W., Rao, P. (2018). Teaching Parallel Programming with Active Learning, IEEE International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium Workshops (IPDPSW), Vancouver, BC, Canada, pp. 369-376, doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/IPDPSW.2018.00069.
• Pantazos, K., Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S., Xu, S. (2013). uVis Studio: an integrated development environment for visualization, Visualization and Data Analysis, California, United States, doi: https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2003067.
• Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S., Pantazos, K. (2013). The Inspector: A Cognitive Artefact for Visual Mapping, 4th International Conference on Information Visualization Theory and Applications, Barcelona, Spain, pp. 525-534, doi: https://doi.org/10.5220/0004302105250534.
• Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S., Pantazos, K., Xu, S. (2012). Usability Analysis of Custom Visualization Tools, Proceedings of SIGRAD 2012; Interactive Visual Analysis of Data, Växjö; Sweden, Link.
• Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S. (2012). Customizable Visualizations with Formula-Linked Building Blocks, International Conference on Information Visualization Theory and Applications, Rome, Italy, Link.
• Kuhail, M.A., Pandazo, K., Lauesen, S. (2012). Customizable Time-Oriented Visualizations. In: Bebis, G., et al. Advances in Visual Computing. ISVC 2012. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 7432. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, doi: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-33191-6_66
• Lauesen, S., Kuhail, M.A. (2011). Use Cases versus Task Descriptions. In: Berry, D., Franch, X. (eds) Requirements Engineering: Foundation for Software Quality. REFSQ 2011. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 6606. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, doi: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-19858-8_13

ConferencesKeynote SpeakerPanelistTalks

Conference Presentations

• Kuhail, M. A. (2025). From Dyadic to Polyadic: Exploring the Evolution of Chatbots in Education and Beyond, SINTEF, Oslo, Norway
• Kuhail, M. A. (2025). Chatbot Design and Human Behavior, SINTEF, Oslo, Norway
• Al Kuwaiti, M., Al Mansoori, S., Al Saedi, N., Al Shamsi, A., Kuhail, M. A., Ng, T., & Berengueres, J. (2024). Enhancing Astronaut Cognitive Performance: The Impact of TENS Feedback in Spacesuits, The 2024 2nd International Conference on Haptics and Virtual Reality (ICHVR 2024), Barcelona, Spain
• Kuhail, M. A., Berengueres, J., Taher, F., Khan, S. Z. (2024) Integrating Generative AI Into the Design Process: A Case Study on Space Haptic Boots Human Interaction and Emerging Technologies (IHIET-AI 2024), Lausanne, Switzerland
• Thomas, J., Kuhail, M. A. (2023). Exploring the Influence of the Design of Counselling Chatbots on Counselling Outcomes, The 2023 International Digital Mental Health and Wellbeing, Ulster University, Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
• Kuhail, M. A. (2021). Does Tailored Gamification Improve Participation?, ADEK Higher Education Excellence Event, UAE
• Seffah, A., Kuhail, M. A., Negreiros, J. (2021). IT Teaching Labs: Innovations in a Distance Education Era, IEEE 9th International Conference on Information and Education Technology (ICIET), Japan
• Kuhail, M. A., Boorlu, M., Padarthi, N., Rottinghaus, C. (2019). Parking Availability Forecasting Model, IEEE 5th International Smart Cities Conference, Morocco
• Kuhail, M. A., Cook, S., Neustrom, J.W., Rao, P. (2019). Teaching Parallel Programming with Active Learning, IEEE 8th NSF/TCPP Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Computing Education (EduPar-18)Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
• Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S., Pantazos, K. (2013). The Inspector: A Cognitive Artefact for Visual Mapping, 4th International Conference on Information Visualization Theory and Applications, Barcelona, Spain
• Kuhail, M. A., Lauesen, S., Pantazos, K., Xu, S. (2012). Usability Analysis of Custom Visualization Tools, Interactive Visual Analysis of Data, Växjö; Sweden

Keynote Speaker

• Kuhail, M. A., (2023). Educational Chatbots – Opportunities and Challenges, IEEE 11th International Conference on Information and Education Technology, Japan

Panelist

• Thomas, J., Rashid, M., Kuhail, M. A., (2024). The Global Digital Wellbeing Index: Making and Measuring Progress, The 4th Abu Dhabi Integrated Mental Health Conference in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Talks

• Kuhail, M. A., Thomas, J., Al-Shamaileh, O., Shahin, H., Farooq, S., Abdelzaher, F. (2025). Mental Health Chatbots: A Scoping Review, The 5th Abu Dhabi Integrated Mental Health Conference in Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Alam, S. S., Kuhail, M. A., Rashid, M., Kahar, B. (2024). AI and Storytelling: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture - Ithra, Saudi Arabia
• Kuhail, M. A. (2022). MyAdvisor: A Chatbot-Based Advising System, Zayed University, UAE

UniversityReviewerExaminerConferencesEditorial

University

• Committees
  • The Curriculum Review Committee (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2024-2025
  • The Research Committee (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2024-2025
  • The Research Committee (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2024-2025
  • The Quality Assurance Committee (member), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2022-2023
  • The Faculty Affairs Committee (member), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2022-2023
  • The Research Committee (member), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2022-2023
  • The NextGen Center Committee (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2021-2022
  • The Learning Outcome Committee (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2020, 2021-2022
  • The Faculty Hiring Committee (guest member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2021
  • The College Academic Integrity Committee (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2021
  • Bachelor of Information Technology Program Degree Committee (BIT DPC) (chair), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA 2018-2019
  • Computer Science Degree Program Committee (CS DPC) (member), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA 2013-2019
• Task Forces
  • The Web and Mobile Web Development (WAMD) Task Force (lead), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2024
  • The Basic CS Courses and Programming/Coding Task Force (lead), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • The Senior Project Task Force (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2021
  • The Gulf Programming Contest (GPC) Task Force (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2021
  • The Web and Mobile (WAM) Task Force (member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2020
• Panelist
  • A workshop titled “Virtual Panel Discussion on Studying and Applying for PhD in the USA”, Zayed University, UAE 2020

Reviewer

• Journals
  • Computers in Human Behavior Reports
  • International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction (Taylor and Francis)
  • Computers & Education (Elsevier)
  • Behaviour & Information Technology (Taylor and Francis)
  • Cogent Education (Taylor and Francis)
  • Humanities & Social Sciences (Springer)
  • Neural Computing and Applications (Springer)
  • Electronics (MDPI)
  • Informatics (MDPI)
  • European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education (MDPI)
  • IEEE Access (IEEE)
  • Cyberpsychology: Journal of Psychosocial Research on Cyberspace (Masaryk University)
• Conferences
  • The 15th Annual Conference on Undergraduate Research on Applied Computing (ZURC2024), Dubai, UAE 2024
  • The 23rd International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, Athens, Greece 2023
  • The 27th annual ACM conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education (ITiCSE), Dublin, Ireland 2022
  • The 26th annual ACM conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education (ITiCSE), Paderborn, Germany 2021
  • The 13th Annual Conference on Undergraduate Research on Applied Computing (ZURC2021), Dubai, UAE 2021
  • The 12th Annual Conference on Undergraduate Research on Applied Computing (ZURC2020), Dubai, UAE 2020
• Programs
  • ABET Program Evaluator (PEV) for a Computer Science Program2022

Examiner

• MS Examiner, Zayed University, UAE 2023, 2024, 2025
• PhD Examiner, University of Canterbury, New Zealand 2022

Conferences

• IEEE 16th Student Research Conference on Applied Computing (SRC) (Conference Co-chair), Dubai, UAE 2025
• IEEE 15th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference on Applied Computing (URC) (Publication Co-chair), Dubai, UAE 2024
• 5th International Conference on Engineering Education and Innovation (CEEI 2023) (Technical Committee), Bali Island, Indonesia 2023
• IEEE 14th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference on Applied Computing (URC) (Publication Co-chair), Dubai, UAE 2022
• IEEE 13th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference on Applied Computing (URC) (Technical Committee), Dubai, UAE 2021
• IEEE 9th International Conference on Information and Education Technology (ICIET) (Technical Committee), Okayama, Japan 2021
• IEEE 5th Cyber Security in Networking Conference (CSNet) (Tutorial Co-chair), Abu Dhabi, UAE 2021
• 6th Workshop on IoT Systems Provisioning & Management for Context-Aware Smart Cities (ISYCC'21) (Co-chair), Dubai, UAE 2021
• IEEE 12th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference on Applied Computing (URC) (Technical Committee), Dubai, UAE 2020
• IEEE 4th International Conference on Smart Grid and Smart Cities (Technical Committee), Osaka, Japan 2020

Editorial

• Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies, Wiley 2024-present
• Journal of Smart Cities and Society, IOS Press 2022-2023

TeachingDesigningInnovationIllustrations

Taught Courses

• Undergraduate Courses
  • Database Systems, College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2024
  • Database Systems, College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2023, 2024
  • Data Structures and Algorithms, College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • Applied Algorithmic Thinking, College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2022, 2023
  • Programming Fundamentals, College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • Dynamic Web Development, College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2022
  • Web Development, College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024
  • Mobile Computing, College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2022
  • Object Oriented Programming, College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2022
  • Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving, College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2020-2021
  • Data Structures, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2013-2019
  • Database Implementation and Validation, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2017, 2019
  • Introduction to Algorithms and Complexity, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2018-2019
  • Human-Computer Interface, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
  • Introduction to Computing Resources Administration, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
  • Web Development, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
  • Object-Oriented Software Development, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2017
  • Web Development, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
• Graduate Courses
  • Design and Analysis of Algorithms, School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2017-2018

Designed Courses

• Undergraduate Courses
  • Artificial Intelligence (Design team member), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2024
  • Big Data Analytics (Design team lead), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2024
  • Database Systems (Design team lead), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • Programming Fundamentals (Design team member), College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, UAE 2023
  • Dynamic Web Development (Solo designer), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2022
  • Web Development (Solo designer), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2020-2022
  • Mobile Computing (Solo designer), College of Technological Innovation, Zayed University, UAE 2019-2022
  • Data Structures (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2013-2019
  • Database Implementation and Validation (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2017, 2019
  • Introduction to Algorithms and Complexity (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2018-2019
  • Human-Computer Interface (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
  • Introduction to Computing Resources Administration (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
  • Web Development (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
  • Object-Oriented Software Development (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2017
  • Web Development (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2016-2018
• Graduate Courses
  • Design and Analysis of Algorithms (Solo designer), School of Computing and Engineering, University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), USA 2017-2018

Innovative Teaching

• A GPT-based chatbot for assisting with the Data Structures course. 2024
• Using gamification for teaching programming with Python. 2021
• Using unplugged activities for teaching recursive programming. 2021
• Using active learning for teaching parallel programming. 2018

Illustrations

• Animated Illustrations of Data Structures and Algorithms , used for teaching data structures and algorithms.
• Animated Illustrations of Recursive Algorithms , used for teaching recursion.

TrainingCertifications

Professional Training

• IEEE AI Ethics:This training focused on the ethical considerations surrounding AI development and deployment, as outlined by IEEE standards. It emphasized principles like transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI systems. Discussions included real-world applications, ethical challenges, and strategies for responsible AI implementation. Online July 2024
• LX.ai: This training focused on designing human-centered learning experiences in a world of AI. It covered integrating AI tools in education while prioritizing user needs, ethical considerations, and accessibility. Practical activities and discussions enhanced skills for creating engaging and inclusive educational environments. Online Oct, Nov 2024
• Quality Matters (QM) Peer Reviewer Course (PRC): It covers foundational Quality Matters principles and the QM Rubric. Over three weeks, the course helped me apply Specific Review Standards to an online course by evaluating evidence, making decisions, and offering recommendations. Together with the course participants, we conducted a practice review using eight Specific Review Standards from the QM Rubric, completing it through the QM Course Review Management System (CRMS), mirroring real-world QM-Certified Peer Reviewer procedures. Online July 11, 2023 - Aug 1, 2023
• ABET Computing Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) Program Evaluator (PEV) Training: I completed the ABET CAC PEV Training, a comprehensive program focused on equipping participants with the skills and knowledge needed for assessing computing programs. This training has provided me with a deep understanding of the accreditation process and evaluation criteria set by ABET, enhancing my ability to critically assess computing programs. Through this training, I am now prepared to contribute effectively as a Program Evaluator, ensuring quality and compliance within computing education. Online March, 2022
• Building the Claim for Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA): I have recently participated in the "Building the Claim for Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)" training. This program provided valuable insights into crafting a robust claim for achieving the Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) status. Through this training, I gained a comprehensive understanding of the criteria and evidence required to demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning within higher education. This experience has empowered me with the skills to articulate and present my teaching practices effectively, contributing to my journey towards becoming a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Zayed University, UAE Fall 2021
• NSF Curriculum Development and Educational Resources (CDER) Parallel and Distributed Computing Early Adopter Summer Training: I participated in a program that focused on instructing computer science and engineering faculty in the integration of parallel and distributed topics into undergraduate curricula. Additionally, the program showcased how to formulate experiments to assess teaching efficacy. It also facilitated valuable collaboration opportunities among faculty members from various universities, both nationally and globally. University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, US July 8th, 2018 – July 11th, 2018
• ABET Institute for the Development of Excellence in Assessment Leadership (IDEAL) Training: I completed the program that provided training to computer science and engineering faculty on overseeing the ABET CAC accreditation process for CS/IT programs. The training encompassed areas like composing the study report, evaluating courses according to ABET criteria, and ensuring alignment of curricula with ABET standards. New Orleans,LA, USA Jan 8th, 2018 – Jan 11th, 2018
• University of Missouri Faculty Scholar Programs: The program, in which I participated, aids faculty members in adapting to their academic roles and surroundings. It aims to introduce them to inventive teaching approaches, offer scholarly support, and create networking avenues within their campus and across the University of Missouri System's four campuses. MO, USA Sep 2014 – May 2015

Certifications

• IEEE AI Ethics (CertifAIEd) Authorized Lead Assessor. 2024
• Quality Matters (QM) Certified Peer Reviewer (CPR). 2023
• ABET Program Evaluator (PEV) for Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology (IT). 2022
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).2021

PodcastNewspapersSocial Media

Podcast

• "AI & Healthcare" with Umar NizamaniIntelligent Future 1:12
• "AI & Data Science" with Spencer CookIntelligent Future 1:11
• "AI & Software Engineering" with Justin KarnesIntelligent Future 1:10
• "AI & Business" with Fahed BizzariIntelligent Future 1:9
• "AI & Writing" with Erik ThornquistIntelligent Future 1:8
• "Mental Health Chatbots" with Prof. Justin ThomasIntelligent Future 1:7
• "Psychology & AI" with Dr. Jihene MrabetIntelligent Future 1:6
• "AI & Marketing" with Dr. Saifeddin AlimamyIntelligent Future 1:5
• "AI & Emergency Systems" with Prof. Bari KaharIntelligent Future 1:4
• "Fake News & AI" with Prof. Monther AldwairiIntelligent Future 1:3
• "AI & Unemployment" with Dr. Jose BerengueresIntelligent Future 1:2
• "Bias in AI" with Prof. Ashraf KhalilIntelligent Future 1:1

Newspapers

• UAE: Can AI replace human therapists?. Khaleej Times. Sep 12, 2024
• The surprising reasons that chatbots deserve our respect. The National. Oct 17, 2022

Social Media

• My research on AI-based therapy has been highlighted on Zayed University's X page. X. Sep 22, 2024
• My book, "Trends, Applications, and Challenges of Chatbot Technology", has been highlighted on Zayed University's Instagram page. Instagram. Aug 18, 2023
• A podcast with Dr. Saifeddin Al Imamy to talk about my article titled "Interacting with educational chatbots: A systematic review" published in Education and Information Technologies. Nov 8, 2023

Contact Information

• Mohammad Amin Kuhail
• E-mail, LinkedIn, Google Scholar
• Zayed University, P.O. Box 144534
• Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.