Prof Dr. Yasser Elsharkawy | Military technical college | Egypt
Yasser H. El-Sharkawy is a distinguished professor in the field of Optoelectronics and Biomedical Engineering, with a career spanning over 20 years in teaching and nearly 30 years in biomedical engineering. His expertise extends across various disciplines, including biomedical imaging, optical sensors, laser systems, and biomedical signal processing.
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🎓Educational Background
Dr. El-Sharkawy holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the Military Technical College (November 2005), where he researched the “Ultrastructure Effect Caused by Irradiation of Nd Laser”. He also earned his MSc in Biomedical Engineering from the same institution in November 1996, with a thesis on “Blood Laser Doppler Velocimetry”. Earlier, Dr. El-Sharkawy completed his BSc in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Communication, from the Military Technical College in July 1993.
💼Experience
Dr. Yasser H. El-Sharkawy is currently serving as the Chairman of the Scientific Council of the Optoelectronics Department and Professor of Optoelectronics and Biomedical Engineering at the Military Technical College in Cairo, Egypt, a role he has held since September 2021. In this capacity, he leads the Scientific Council and oversees departmental research initiatives, ensuring they are aligned with both academic advancements and industry needs. Dr. El-Sharkawy is also an editor for prestigious journals, including the Journal of Engineering Science and Military Technologies and the Military Medicine Journal. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality education in optoelectronics and biomedical engineering, focusing on developing innovative course materials and employing cutting-edge teaching methods. Additionally, Dr. El-Sharkawy is responsible for managing and supervising research projects to ensure their success, as well as mentoring graduate students in their research and academic endeavors. Through his role, he actively collaborates with industry partners to enhance research opportunities and ensure the curriculum is aligned with industry trends.
Before assuming his current role, Dr. El-Sharkawy held several leadership positions at the Military Technical College, including Head of Postgraduate Affairs, Chairman of the Scientific Council of the Biomedical Engineering Department, and Head of Biomedical Engineering. He also served as an Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering and an Advisor for Prosthetic Projects. Between July 1993 and September 2004, he worked as a Biomedical Engineering Specialist with the Egyptian Armed Forces, where he contributed significantly to military biomedical engineering applications.
🔧💻Key Skills
Dr. El-Sharkawy’s skill set encompasses a broad range of teaching and technical expertise. In teaching, he specializes in Electronic Circuits, Signal and System Analysis, Optical Sensors, Laser Systems, and Biomedical Signal Processing, among other topics. His hardware skills include proficiency in Spectroscopy, Photoacoustic Techniques, Laser-Induced Fluorescence, Hyperspectral Imaging, and Optical Coherent Tomography. On the software side, Dr. El-Sharkawy is skilled in Signal and Image Processing, Monte Carlo Simulation, Data Analysis, and Data Clustering. He also has strong management skills, with expertise in Project Management, Team Collaboration, Quality Assurance, Safety Compliance, and Leadership Development.
🏅🎖️Awards & Honors
Dr. El-Sharkawy’s outstanding contributions to biomedical engineering have earned him numerous awards and honors. He was recognized with the Best Researcher Award in Biomedical Engineering at the Welding Conference in May 2024. His work has also been featured among the Top 20 Cited Papers in Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy from 2022 to 2024. Additionally, Dr. El-Sharkawy was honored by the Ministry of Higher Education for securing second place in the design and implementation of a prosthetic arm, and he received recognition from the Ministry of Defense for having the Best PhD Thesis in 2006.
Publications Top Noted📚
The potentials of nonlinear polarization with hyperspectral imaging of RNA for hepatocellular carcinoma early diagnosis
Authors: El-Sharkawy, Y.H., Elbasuney, S., Radwan, S.M., Rizk, S.H., El-Sayyad, G.S.
Journal: Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics
Year: 2024
Multi-wavelength interference phase imaging for automatic breast cancer detection and delineation using diffuse reflection imaging
Authors: Mahmoud, A., El-Sharkawy, Y.H.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024
Advancements in non-invasive hyperspectral imaging: Mapping blood oxygen levels and vascular health for clinical and research applications
Authors: El-Sharkawy, Y.H.
Journal: Vascular Pharmacology
Year: 2024
Detection and Classification of Floating and Submerged Polluted Targets at Turbid Water Using Remote Sensing Hyperspectral Imaging
Authors: Mahmoud, A., Elrewainy, A., El-Sharkawy, Y.H.
Journal: Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing
Year: 2024
Instant plastic waste detection on shores using laser-induced fluorescence and associated hyperspectral imaging
Authors: Mahmoud, A., El-Sharkawy, Y.H.
Journal: Optical and Quantum Electronics
Year: 2024