Assistant Professor
- Birthday: 04-06-1984
- Phone: +964 (0) 750 483 4173
- Gender: Male
- Location: Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
- Academic Links:
- Position: IT Director
- Qualification: PHD
- Email: [email protected]
- Speciality: Artificial Intelligence
BIOGRAPHY
Asst. Prof. Dr. Najdavan Abduljawad Kako is an IT Manager, Editor-in-Chief, and researcher at Duhok Polytechnic University. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, deep learning, and medical image analysis, with particular emphasis on cardiovascular disease detection and neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s disease. He has contributed to several academic publications and actively supports research development and digital transformation in higher education.
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Resume
Summary
TITLES
- Assistant Lecturer May, 2015
- Lecturer December, 2019
- Assistant Professor January, 2024
Education
B.Sc. in Computer Science
July, 2010
Computer and Information Technology
Nawroz University
MS in Computer Engineering
June, 2013
Computer Engineering
Eastern Mediterranean University
Technician Diploma
October, 2004
Warehouses Management
Duhok Polytechnic University
PhD in AI/Computer Vision
December, 2023
Information Technology
Duhok Polytechnic University
Skills
Programming
Python, C++, JavaScript, CSS, Packet Tracer, Prolog, Visual C#, HTML, SPSS, MATLAB and MySQL.
Print Knowledge
Much of the design conversation tends to center around digital concepts, we know how to create something and get it printed, from posters to package labels to billboards, formats, colors and moving projects from digital to print and back.
Digital Design Knowledge
Despite of print, I get versed in digital design. And I already good in website design, that include information, programming languages, content management system platforms.
Flexibility and Time Management
Flexibility to deal with project's time, staying in the present, and thinking of any extra time spans as gifts. Cultivate an attitude of gratitude when it comes to time.
Graphic Design Software
Having a good use of Adobe Create Suite that include Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition.
Communication
Writing, Speaking, Presenting, Listening, Negotiating, Providing or accepting feedback, Motivation and Honesty.
Languages
Publications
Conference
| Start Date | End Date | Info |
|---|---|---|
| April, 2017 | April, 2017 |
A novel hybrid bird mating optimizer with differential evolution for engineering design optimization problems
Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference of Reliable Information and Communication Technology ... |
| February, 2018 | February, 2018 |
Classical Cryptography for Kurdish Language
The 4th International Engineering Conference on Developments in Civil and Computer Engineering Appli ... |
| September, 2022 | September, 2022 |
Review on Image Segmentation Methods Using Deep Learning
4th International Conference on Advanced Science and Engineering (4th ICOASE) The conference is tech ... |
| February, 2021 | February, 2021 |
Effect of Colored Noise on Neuron Membrane Size Using Stochastic Hodgkin-Huxley Equations
7th International Engineering Conference “Research & Innovation amid Global Pandemic" (IEC) EC ... |
| February, 2021 | February, 2021 |
A New Hybrid Method for Global Optimization Based on the Bird Mating Optimizer and the Differential Evolution
7th International Engineering Conference “Research & Innovation amid Global Pandemic" (IEC). I ... |
Training Courses
| Duration | Info |
|---|---|
| March, 2017 - March, 2017 |
Journal Publication and Mendeley Desktop Software
An intensive two-day participation course focused on academic journal publication and the use of Mendeley Desktop software. Duhok Polytechnic University, Directorate of Skills Development Center (Iraq-KRG) Workshop |
| September, 2000 - September, 2000 |
E-Learning Professional Training Program
Served as a trainer for a program consisting of nine online workshops Duhok Polytechnic University Professional Training Pro |
| June, 2014 - July, 2014 |
Methods of Teaching
90-hour course in Teaching Methods for Higher Education University of Duhok, Training & Development Center Training Course |
| March, 2026 - March, 2026 |
Confidentiality and Data Protection in Health Research
Training and modules covering Identifiability, Confidentiality, Data Protection, and Lawful, fair and transparent practices Medical Research Council Training Course |
| November, 2024 - November, 2024 |
Artificial Intelligence for Scientific Researchers
Two-hour workshop presented by Dr. Abdallah Al-Shanty as part of the IFAD Platform activities IFAD Scientific Platform and Rashad Institute for Science and Scientific Publishing Workshop |
| March, 2024 - March, 2024 |
Times Higher Education's Webinar on the World University Rankings and Arab University Rankings
Active participation in a webinar regarding World and Arab University Rankings Online Workshop |
Teaching Courses
| Academic Year | Course |
|---|---|
| 2015 |
Academic Debate Duhok Private Techincal Institute |
| 2014 |
Computer Networks Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2016 |
Accounting Applications by PC Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2017 |
Programing Language with C++ Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2018 |
Computer Essentials Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2019 |
Computer Networks Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2024 |
Graphics and Computer Vision Nawroz University |
| 2020 |
Health Information Technology Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2021 |
Information and Network Security Nawroz University |
| 2022 |
Multimedia Duhok Private Techincal Institute |
| 2023 |
Operating Systems Nawroz University |
| 2021 |
Website Management Technical Institute of Administration |
| 2024 |
Introduction to Software Engineering Nawroz University |
Books
| Date | Info |
|---|---|
| May, 2026 |
Deep Learning for Medical Image Analysis: Applications in Cardiovascular and Neurodegenerative Disease Detection
University Press No: 123456789 Research Monogr |
Thesis
| Completion Date | Info |
|---|---|
| June, 2013 |
An Investigation of the Coefficient of Variation Using the Colored Stochastic Hodgkin-Huxley Equations
Eastern Mediterranean University MSc Gazimağusa, North Cyprus |
| November, 2023 |
A Modified Deep Learning Model for Optic Nerve Head Segmentation and Classification for Retinal Fundus Images
Duhok Polytechnic University Phd Kurdistan Region, Iraq |
Memberships
| Period | Info |
|---|---|
| May, 2024 - July, 2032 |
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Research Group Role: Member Duhok Polytechnic University, Duhok |
Patents
| Issue Date | Info |
|---|---|
| March, 2026 |
AI-Based System for Early Detection of Cardiovascular and Neurodegenerative Diseases Using Medical Imaging
No: 123456789 Iraq Field: Artificial Intelligence, Medical Image Processing, Healthcare Informatics, Deep Learning |