College of Science and Engineering staff

Akinniyi is a Postgraduate Research Student in the field of Geology. He is also a fellow of the Geological Society of London and a member of the PESGB (Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain) and Ussher Society.

Mohammed Aleskandarany is a Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science.

Wajahat is an Associate Professor in Artificial Intelligence at Collee of Science and Engineering. His role is to enhance students’ skillset in software design and implementation. He is also part of a dynamic team in the Data Science Research Centre. His research interests include Knowledge Graphs, Semantic Reasoning, Data Analytics, Context Awareness, and Decision Support Systems.

Asad Abdi is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) of Computer Science at the University of Derby. Passionate about artificial intelligence and natural-language programming, he contributes to the Data Science Research Centre in the areas of data science and artificial languages.

As a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology, Dr Ashton teaches on physiology and health-related modules at all levels within the department of Sport, Outdoor and Exercise Sciences. Her research interests surround promoting exercise as part of the treatment pathways of various health disorders such as cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Dr Ovidiu Bagdasar is the Erasmus Coordinator for Mathematics and Computing. His research in Discrete Mathematics, Optimisation, and Maths Anxiety has been disseminated in numerous international journals and conferences. Ovidiu also works with colleagues and technology companies to improve standards in mathematics education within the University, and beyond.

Adam is a Chartered Physiotherapist with particular interests in Sports Injury Rehabilitation and Prehabilitation. During his time at Derby University, he has been involved in the design, development and validation of a number of degree programmes (both undergraduate and postgraduate).