Harous Saad
Harous Saad
Category : Mathematics - Computer science - Artificial intelligence
HAROUS Saad
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Professor and Department Chair of Computer Science University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
Origins & Education
Saad Harous was born in 1960 in Setif, Algeria. After completing his secondary education at Mohamed Kerouani High School in Setif, he began his academic journey at the University of Constantine, Algeria, where he obtained a State Engineering degree in Computer Science in June 1984. He continued his higher education in the United States at Case Western Reserve University, where he earned a Master's degree in Computer Science in January 1988, followed by a PhD in Computer Science, specializing in Parallel and Distributed Computing, in August 1991.
Scientific Career
Professor Harous has a rich and diverse academic experience spanning over 30 years across the United States, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. His professional career includes:
- Department Chair and Professor, Computer Science, College of Computing and Informatics, University of Sharjah, UAE (09/2021 to Present)
- Department Chair and Professor, Computer Science and Software Engineering, College of IT (CIT), UAE University, UAE (08/2020 to July 2021)
- Professor, Computer Science and Software Engineering, College of IT (CIT), UAE University, UAE (06/2018 to 08/2020)
- Associate Professor, Computer Science and Software Engineering, College of IT (CIT), UAE University, UAE (02/2009 to 05/2018)
- Department Chair and Associate Professor, Computer Science, University of Sharjah, UAE (09/2003 to 08/2006)
- Associate Professor, Computer Science, University of Sharjah (09/1999 to 01/2009)
- Assistant Professor, Computer Science, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman (01/1997 to 08/1999)
- Visiting Assistant Professor, Computer Engineering & Science, Case Western Reserve University, USA (Summer 1995)
- Lecturer, Computer Science, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman (08/1992 to 12/1996)
- Assistant Professor, Computer Engineering & Science, Case Western Reserve University, USA (08/1991 to 07/1992)
His teaching interests include programming, data structures, design and analysis of algorithms, operating systems, and networks.
Distinctions & Recognition
Professor Harous has authored more than 250 scientific publications, demonstrating his significant contribution to computer science research. His extensive scientific production covers several areas of computer science, including parallel and distributed computing, P2P delivery architectures, wireless networks, and the use of computers in education and Arabic language processing.
Impact & Influence
With more than three decades of experience in teaching and research, Professor Harous has significantly contributed to the development of computer science across multiple regions. His expertise in parallel and distributed computing, P2P architectures, wireless networks, and computational processing of the Arabic language has influenced numerous students and researchers. His international career reflects his commitment to promoting academic excellence and innovative research in the field of computer science.