PhD in Aerospace Engineering
University of New South Wales (UNSW)
AustraliaMy Academic Journey
About Dr. Aziida Nanyonga
I am a postdoctoral researcher at the SDAIA–KFUPM Joint Research Center for Artificial Intelligence, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Saudi Arabia.
My research interests span artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, aviation safety, and interdisciplinary applications of intelligent systems.
I am particularly interested in developing AI-driven approaches that connect methodological innovation with meaningful real-world applications.
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Academic Background
Education & Qualifications
Doctoral Studies in Biomedical Engineering
Kocaeli University
TürkiyeMaster of Bioinformatics
University of Malaya
MalaysiaMaster of Public Health
Kampala University
UgandaBSc (Honours) in Information Technology
Islamic University in Uganda
UgandaAcademic Career
Professional Experience
2026 – Present
Postdoctoral Researcher
SDAIA–KFUPM Joint Research Center for Artificial Intelligence
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Saudi Arabia
Conducting interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and intelligent data-driven systems, with applications in healthcare, transportation, and safety-critical environments.
2023 – 2025
Research and Teaching Appointments
University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Canberra, Australia
Undertook research in artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and predictive modelling for aviation safety. Contributed to academic publications, research collaboration, student assessment, tutorials, and teaching activities.
2018 – 2019
Research and Teaching Roles
University of Malaya
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Contributed to research in bioinformatics, machine learning, and healthcare analytics. Supported data analysis, academic teaching, and interdisciplinary research activities involving biomedical and public health applications.
Academic Achievements
Awards, Grants & Scholarships
Competitive Postdoctoral Research Appointment
SDAIA–KFUPM Joint Research Center for Artificial Intelligence, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Saudi Arabia
Best Presenter Award
IEEE INOCON 2024 Conference
Best Student Paper Award
IEEE TENSYMP 2023 Conference
PhD Tuition Fee Scholarship
University of New South Wales, Australia
Best Presenter Award
National Heart Association of Malaysia (NHAM) Scientific Meeting
Best Poster Award
Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
Master's Scholarship
Islamic Development Bank Scholarship Programme
Development and Research Training Grant (DRTG)
University of New South Wales Canberra, Australia
Tuition Fee and Stipend Scholarship
Turkish Ministry of National Education, Türkiye
Professional Contributions
Academic Service & Leadership
Journal Peer Reviewing
Reviewer for international journals across artificial intelligence, machine learning, engineering, transportation, and healthcare. Review activity is documented through my ORCID profile.
Editorial Board Membership
Editorial Board Member, PriMera Scientific Engineering (2025–Present).
Professional Memberships
Professional engagement with Engineers Australia and IEEE, supporting interdisciplinary engineering research and international scientific collaboration.
Academic Mentoring & Leadership
Contributed to the UNSW Career Discovery Mentoring Program, HDR peer mentoring, higher degree research representation, and initiatives encouraging young women in engineering.