| Sunday – 13/04/2025 | |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | Guests Arrival |
| 10:00 – 10:05 | National Anthem |
| 10:05 – 10:10 | Recitation of the Holy Quran |
| 10:10 – 10:15 | Honorary Speech |
| 10:15 – 10:20 | Conference Chair Welcome Speech by Prof. Waheeb Al Khaja |
| 10:20 – 10:25 | London South Bank University Opening Remarks by Dr. Darren James-Mitchell |
| 10:25 – 10:30 | Conference Technical Programme Speech by Prof. Hatem Masri |
| 10:30 – 11:10 | Panel Discussion 1: Visionary Leadership: Shaping the Future of Education with Digital Tools Chair: Dr. Karim Seghir, Ajman University, UAE Dr. Darren James-Mitchell, London South Bank University, UK Dr. Eslam Hogaraty, West Canada University, Canada Prof. Hatem Masri, Applied Science University, Kingdom of Bahrain |
| 11:10 – 11:20 | Token of Appreciation |
| 11:20 – 11:30 | Break |
| 11:30 – 12:10 | Panel Discussion 2: Curriculum for the Future: Integrating Digital Competence in Higher Education Chair: Dr. Nabil El Kadhi, Applied Science University, Kingdom of Bahrain Prof. Laura Galloway, Heriot-Watt University, Scotland Prof. Mustahsan Mir, Ajman University, UAE Dr. Davide LaTorre, SKEMA Business School, France |
| 12:10 – 12:30 | Prayer Break |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch |
| 13:30 – 15:10 | Parallel sessions A (Hybrid) A01: Innovations in AI and Algorithmization A02: Integrating Technology and Ethics A03: Management in the Digital Age A04: Advancing Engineering and Technology |
| 15:10 – 15:20 | Break |
| 15:20 – 17:00 | Parallel sessions B (Hybrid) B01: AI Innovations in Security, Healthcare, and Finance B02: Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies B03: Transforming Industries through Digital Innovation B04: Leadership and Innovation in Sustainable Development |
| Monday – 14/04/2025 | |
| 09:00 – 10:40 | Parallel sessions C (Online) C01: AI and Hybrid Technologies C02: Blockchain Innovations C03: Engineering and Digital Innovation C04: Securing and Optimizing the Future C05: Strategic Insights and Impact Assessments |
| 10:40 – 10:50 | Break |
| 10:50 – 12:30 | Parallel sessions D (Online) D01: Digital Transformation and AI Impact D02: Innovative Strategies in Business and Construction D03: Advanced Technologies and Engineering Solutions D04: Leveraging AI Across Fields |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Break |
| 13:00 – 14:40 | Parallel sessions E (Online) E01: Enhancing Engineering and Construction E02: Emerging Technologies in Business and Industry E03: Digital and Market Insights E04: Project Management Methodologies for Engineering Projects E05: Evaluating Sustainability and Technology Adoption |
| 14:40 – 14:50 | Break |
| 14:50 – 16:50 | Parallel sessions F (Online) F01: Technological Innovations in Education and Infrastructure F02: IoT Innovations for Safety, Health, and Sustainability F03: AI and Digital Transformation F04: AI-Powered Solutions in Healthcare, Construction, and Renewable Energy F05: Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Law, and Ethics |
| 16:50 – 17:00 | Closing Ceremony (Online) |
Sunday, April 13 13:30 – 15:10
A01: Innovations in AI and Algorithmization
Hybrid
Room: T208 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
Chair: Marwan Mohamed Abdeldayem (Applied Science University-Bahrain, Bahrain & College of Administrative Sciences, Bahrain)
13:30 Problems of Algorithmization in Fracture Mechanics
Ibrokhimali Normatov (National University of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan); Saikat Gochhait (Symbiosis International Deemed University, India); Ruzmat Dadazhanov (University of Public Safety of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan); Muzaffar Atajonov (Atajonov, India); Prabakaran Raghavendran (Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, India); Tharmalingam Gunasekar (Vel Tech University, India)
13:50 Saudi National Authority, Applying AI in Education, Case Study Architecture Program
Hind Abdelmoneim Khogali (kSU, Saudi Arabia)
14:10 Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Sustainable Construction Engineering for Green Building Design
Abdul Haq and Zhuo Xi (Southeast University, China); Dr. Syed Saad (CECOS University, Pakistan); Kumeel Rasheed (Bahria University, Pakistan); Yaseen Jamal (Technical University of Munich, Germany)
14:30 Explainable AI for Architectural Design Generation with Few-Shot Learning
Ragidi Abhinav Reddy (Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, India)
14:50 Artificial Intelligence for Fault Diagnosis in Photovoltaic Systems
Mouaad Bougoffa (LASA Laboratory, Badji Mokhtar-Annaba University, Algeria); Samir Benmoussa (Badji Mokhtar-Annaba University, Algeria); Mohand Djeziri (Aix Marseille Univ, Université de Toulon, CNRS, IM2NP, France)
A02: Integrating Technology and Ethics
Hybrid
Room: T205 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
Chair: Mohamed Salama (Applied Science University, Bahrain & Heriot Watt University, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
13:30 Design Thinking for Sustainable Solutions: Developing a Carbon Footprint Tracker
Ameena Begum Mahek (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India); Santosh Madeva Naik (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India & JNTUH, India)
13:50 Digital Twin Based Fault Tolerant Manufacturing in Cyber Physical Production Systems
Zeashan Hameed Khan (IRC-IMR, KFUPM, Saudi Arabia); Samir Mekid (Interdisciplinary Research Center for Intelligent Manufacturing and Robotics, Saudi Arabia); Osama Alshaheen (KFUPM, Saudi Arabia); Saleh Ragheb Saleh Alsaleh (Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia); Aleksei Tepljakov (Tallinn University of Technology & R8 Technologies OÜ, Estonia)
14:10 The Effect of Seller Signals and IT Affordance on Purchase Intention Through Uncertainty Literature on TikTok Live Streaming
Qonita Nailul Muna and Reny Nadlifatin (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia)
14:30 The Influence of Gamification Elements on Intention to Use the Duolingo E-Learning Application
Nensi Syntia Butar Butar and Reny Nadlifatin (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia)
14:50 The Role of Ethics and Professionalism in Engineering Education
Sakethreddy Narsareddygari and Santosh Madeva Naik (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India)
A03: Management in the Digital Age
Hybrid
Room: T206 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
13:30 Ethical AI Development: Safeguarding Society Against Deepfakes, Misinformation, and Employment Displacement
Md Arifuzzaman (King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia); Talha Yusuf (King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia); Ziad Shatnawi, Abdulmoez Al Ismaeel and Ammar F Alshayeb (King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia); Mokammel Hossain Tito (Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, Bangladesh)
13:50 Banking in the Digital Age: Exploring Indian Consumer Behavior in the Metaverse
Manisha Paliwal (Sri Balaji University, India); Avinash Arjun Chavan (Sri Balaji University, Pune, India); Dimple Saini (Sri Balaji University Pune, India); Saikat Gochhait (Symbiosis International Deemed University, India)
14:10 Innovation, Sustainability, and Leadership in Crisis Management: Integrated Strategies to Strengthen Organ-Izational Resilience
Ricardo R Díaz Calderón (Universidad Cesar Vallejo, Peru); Dante H Cieza León (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Chota, Peru); Juan F Yalta Vallejos (Universidad Nacional Pedro Ruiz Gallo, Peru); Grimaldo Heredia Pérez (Universidad Católica de Trujillo Benedicto XVI, Peru)
14:30 The Digital Era and Job Performance: a Review of Recent Studies (2020-2024)
Hipatia A Torres Serna and Ricardo R Díaz Calderón (Universidad Cesar Vallejo, Peru); Dante H Cieza León (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Chota, Peru); Grimaldo Heredia Pérez (Universidad Católica de Trujillo Benedicto XVI, Peru)
14:50 Designing a Loyalty Program for Takeaway Customers with Machine Learning
Nurican Kazaz and Selcuk Cebi (Yildiz Technical University, Turkey)
A04: Advancing Engineering and Technology
Hybrid
Room: T207 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
Chair: Omar Alzoubi (Applied Science University, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, Bahrain & Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan)
13:30 Bridging the Skills Gap: Innovative Teaching Methods for Enhancing Engineering Education
Sakethreddy Narsareddygari (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India); Santosh Madeva Naik (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India & JNTUH, India)
13:49 Allocating Weights for Team Formation Factors Using Best Worst Method
Maryam AbuAlfateh, Mourad Messaadia and Mazen Ali (University of Bahrain, Bahrain)
14:09 Diverse Search, Unified Strategy: Analyzing Seo Success Across Google, Bing, and Yahoo
Architha Reddy Pabbathi and Santosh Madeva Naik (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India)
14:29 Improving Performance in Plan and Design Phase Through an Integrated Framework of BIM Execution Plan and Value Engineering for Construction Projects
Aawag Mohsen Alawag (Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia & UiTM, Malaysia); Mohammed Mahmood Alghuribi (Taiz University, Yemen)
14:49 Technology Readiness and Implementation in Engineering Initiatives in Iran’s Urban Heritage Toward Sustainable Development
Fatemehalsadat Afsahhosseini (University of Montreal, Canada)
Sunday, April 13 15:20 – 17:00
B01: AI Innovations in Security, Healthcare, and Finance
Hybrid
Room: T208 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
15:20 Quantum Kernel-Based SVM Models for Securing Wireless Sensor Networks
Salim Salmi (Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco); Lahcen Oughdir (Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco)
15:40 Predicting Drug Dosage with Machine Learning: an Empirical Study Using Ceftaroline
Maria Frasca and Gianluca Gazzaniga (University of Milan, Italy); Costantino De Giacomo (ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Italy); Stefano Martinelli (SST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Italy); Michele Senatore and Alessandra Romandini (ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Italy); Agnese Graziosi (University of Milan, Italy); Chiara Moretti, Giulia Angela Carla Pattarino and Alice Proto (ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Italy); Romano Danesi, Francesco Scaglione and Gianluca Vago (University of Milan, Italy); Davide La Torre (SKEMA Business School, France & Université Côte d’Azur, France); Arianna Pani (University of Milan, Italy)
16:00 Using Artificial Intelligence(AI) to Predict Diagnoses Based on Patient Data and Symptom Trends
Hamza Yusuf (RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia); Annisa Fitri (RMIT University Australia, Australia); Muhammad Anshari (Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei Darussalam)
16:20 Performance and Ethics in Accounting Firms: the Impact of Artificial Intelligence
Helmi Hentati (Carthage University, Tunisia & IHEC CARTHAGE, Tunisia); Neila Boulila Taktak (IHEC carthage, Tunisia)
16:40 Integration of GRU and LSTM with Fundamental and Technical Analysis for Stock Price Prediction
Hakim Qaid Abdullah Abdulrab (Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Malaysia & Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia); Adrian Chieng (Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia)
B02: Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies
Hybrid
Room: T205 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
15:20 Harnessing Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies for Innovation in Solar Energy Systems: a Review
Brahim Belmahdi (Univsesity of Abdelmalek Essaadi, Morocco); Abdelmajid El Bouardi (ETEE, Morocco)
15:40 Urban Air Mobility: Key Innovations and Optimization Approaches
Naresh Kandikanti, Zahra Zare and Mumtaz Karatas (Wright State University, USA)
16:00 A Comprehensive Study on the Evaluation of Succes Factors of Manufacturing Dimensions in Industry 4.0 Concept
Ahmet Atiz, Elifnaz Olgac and Ali Karasan (Yildiz Technical University, Turkey)
16:20 Assessing the Impact of Digitalisation on Moroccan Public Procurement Through News Sentiment Analysis
Hassan Abou-Elkacim (Mohammed First University, Oujda, Morocco); Mourad Jbene (SIRC LaGeS EHTP, Morocco); Hamza El Hajji (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah (USMBA), Morocco); Youssef Belguiri (University of Moulay Ismail (UMI), Morocco)
16:40 Development of a Performance Reporting Application for Software Engineers Using the Design Thinking and MoSCoW Methods at PT XYZ
Robby Widyahartono (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia); Nur Aini Rakhmawati (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Surabaya, Indonesia)
B03: Transforming Industries through Digital Innovation
Hybrid
Room: T206 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
15:20 Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence and E-CRM Dimensions in Enhancing Customer Loyalty in the Banking Sector
Marwan Mohamed Abdeldayem (Applied Science University-Bahrain, Bahrain & College of Administrative Sciences, Bahrain); Ibtihal Ibrahim Al-Gharib (Shamah Autism Centre (SAC) – Dammam-KSA, Saudi Arabia); Saeed Hameed Aldulaimi (Applied Science University, Bahrain & College of Administrative Sciences, Bahrain)
15:40 Revolutionizing Vocational Training: the Impact of Digital Transformation on Service Quality in the Vocational Training Institutions
Adel Al Samman (Applied Science University, Bahrain); May Nabeel Almuhana (Business Administration, Bahrain)
16:00 Harnessing AI for Enhanced Organizational Decision-Making: Capabilities, Tasks, and Ethical Considerations
Adel Al Samman (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
16:20 The Impact of Organizational Agility on Crisis Management in the Health Sector: a Case Study of the Ministry of Health in Bahrain
Islam Nassar and Abdullah Al-Amin (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Jamal Hayajneh (3rd Jamal Hayajneh, Jordan); Malek Elayan (Institute of Public Administration, Saudi Arabia)
16:40 Enhancing Administrative Creativity Through Lean Thinking in HR: a Study on GPIC
Adel Ali yassin Alzyoud, Khairi Omar, Zahra Shamlooh and Zahra Mohammed (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
B04: Leadership and Innovation in Sustainable Development
Hybrid
Room: T207 (Second floor of the Technology Building)
15:20 Empowering Sustainability: Investigating the Impact of Inclusive Leadership in Tunisian Manufacturing Firms
Sarra Berraies (University of Tunis, Higher Institute of Management, Tunisia); Wajdi Ben Rejeb (University of Lincoln, United Kingdom (Great Britain)); Syrine Zine El Abidine (University of Tunis Higher Institute of Management, Tunisia)
15:40 Leveraging Social Capital for Sustainable Development of Tunisian Manufacturing Firms
Sarra Berraies (University of Tunis, Higher Institute of Management, Tunisia); Syrine Zine El Abidine (University of Tunis Higher Institute of Management, Tunisia); Wajdi Ben Rejeb (University of Lincoln, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
16:00 Environmental Innovation and Economic Risk: a Dynamic Clustering Analysis of Companies
Laila Messaoudi (University of Gabes, Tunisia & Research Unit 3E, Higher Institute of Management of Gabes, Tunisia); Minyar Mahdhi (Higher Institute of Management of Gabes, Tunisia)
16:20 Multimodal Deep Learning Integration and Loss Value Analysis
Diğdem Orhan and Mehmet Kaya (Firat University, Turkey)
16:40 Impact of Transformational Leadership on Creativity Advocacy Behavior: Insights from Bahrain’s Public Sector
Marwan Mohamed Abdeldayem (Applied Science University-Bahrain, Bahrain & College of Administrative Sciences, Bahrain); Hamad A. Al-kaabi (Applied Science University BAHRAIN, Bahrain); Horiya Aldeeb (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
Monday, April 14 9:00 – 10:40
C01: AI and Hybrid Technologies
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
9:00 Characteristics of Artificial Intelligence in View of Recent Applications
Mohanad Ahmad Sanouri (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
9:20 Hybrid Frameworks for Improved Solar Energy Prediction
Soumili Mondal, Pinky Pramanik and Subir Gupta (Haldia Institute of Technology, India); Aparna Bhaduri (BCREC, India); Monalisa Chakraborty (Dr B C Roy Engineering College, India); Jayashri Deb Sinha (Haldia Institute of Technology, India)
9:40 A Visually Impaired AI Guided Indoor System for Room Classification and Depth-Based Localization
Loubna Bougheloum (BADJI Mokhtar Annaba University, Algeria); Mounir Bousbia-Salah (University BADJI Mokhtar Annaba, Algeria); Maamar Bettayeb (University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates)
10:00 Artificial Intelligence Directed Waste Management Systems for Sustainable Urban Development
Waqar Aslam and Muhammad Zakarya (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Abbas Habib (Cecos University, Pakistan); Muhammad Husnain Shabir (Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute Of Science and Technology, Pakistan); Imran Hafeez (SZABIST, Pakistan); Syed Shershah (National University of Sciences & Technology, Pakistan)
10:20 Hybrid VMD-GRU Framework for Power Consumption Forecasting in Moroccan Residential Buildings Supporting Electrical Energy Monitoring and Management Systems
Mohammed Ennejjar (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco & I2SP Research Team, Morocco); Nasima El assri (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco); Mustapha Ezzini (Fluid Mechanics and Energetic Laboratory, Morocco); Mohammed ali Jallal (Univ. Grenoble Alpes, CEA, Liten, Campus Ines, 73375, Le Bourget-du-Lac, France.); Samira Chabaa (Ibn Zohr & ENSA, Morocco); Abdelouahab Zeroual (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco)
C02: Blockchain Innovations
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
9:00 AI Contracts on Blockchain: a New Frontier in Complex Technical Agreements
Abdulkareem Alwan and Mahmoud Sabry (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
9:20 Future Expectations of Blockchain Technology in Enhancing Operational Efficiency: the Mediating Effect of Trust
Hasan Alhanatleh (Applied Science Private University, Jordan); Abdallah Ali Mohammad Alrifae (Middle East University, Jordan); Sakher M.A Alnajdawi (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Saeed Hameed Aldulaimi (Applied Science University, Bahrain & College of Administrative Sciences, Bahrain); Janah Asassfeh (Amman Arab University, Jordan); Farah Abu-Dabaseh (Princess Sumaya University for Technology, Jordan); Malek Ali Alnajdawi (Al-Balqa Applied University, Jordan)
9:40 Blockchain-Based Supply Chain Framework in IoT with Trust-Driven Hybrid Consensus Mechanism
Himanshu Sharma and Ankit Garg (Ajay Kumar Garg Institute of Management, India)
10:00 A Blockchain-Based Hybrid Vehicle Routing Framework with Time Window for Last-Mile Delivery
Imene Yasmine Benyelles and Mehdi Souier (University of Tlemcen, Algeria); Abdelghani Bekrar (University Polytechnic Hauts-de-France, France); Yassine Idel Mahjoub (Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, France)
10:20 Blockchain Revolution – Transforming Supply Chain Management
Hamdy Mohamed (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Basil Ibrahim (Postdoctoral, Canada)
C03: Engineering and Digital Innovation
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
Chair: Malak Naji (Applied Science University, Bahrain & Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan)
9:00 Innovative Engineering Anchor Systems for Retrofits
Hamdy Mohamed (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Basil Ibrahim (Postdoctoral, Canada)
9:20 Technology Implementation of Polyethylene Replacement with Polypropylene on RC Ductility
Hamdy Mohamed (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Basil Ibrahim (Postdoctoral, Canada)
9:40 Designing an Innovative Digital Service for a Village-Owned Enterprise Based on the Value Proposition
Fauzan Romadlon (Telkom University, Indonesia & Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia); Ariq Cahya Wardhana, Gita Fadila Fitriana and Nabhan Muhammad Syauqi (Telkom University, Indonesia)
10:00 REVOLUTIONIZING ENGINEERING EDUCATION: How Emerging Technologies Shape the Landscape of Engineering Education
Karthik Manda (Hyderabad Insititute of Technology and Management, India); Santosh Madeva Naik (Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, India & JNTUH, India)
10:20 Co-Designing ‘Sehat Agahi’: a Digital Innovation to Empower Caregivers of Children with Developmental Disabilities in Pakistan Using Participatory Action Research
Rukaiya Yawar (Institute of Business Administration, Karachi & Bahria University, Karachi, Pakistan); Zaheeruddin Asif (IBA PK, Pakistan)
C04: Securing and Optimizing the Future
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
9:00 Cyber & Commercial Fraud in After-Sales Services
Qais Khaleel Maaitah, Qm (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
9:20 Optimizing the Sugarcane Supply Chain: Analysis of Key Performance Factors in the Digital Age
Deshmukh Chaitanya Govindrao and Manisha Paliwal (Sri Balaji University, India); Dimple Saini (Sri Balaji University Pune, India); Ankita Tarte and Saikat Gochhait (Symbiosis International Deemed University, India)
9:40 Fortifying the Future: Overcoming IoT Security Challenges with Advanced Strategies
Prasad Baban Parjane and Dipika Kacharu Sandhan (Savitribai Phule Pune University, India & Sanjivani College of Engineering, Kopargaon, India); Krutika Rajesh Parjane, Pratiksha Balasaheb Chandar, Pragati Babasaheb Navale and Akshada Babasaheb Phopse (Savitribai Phule Pune University, India)
10:00 Enhancing Intrusion Detection in IoT Networks with Modified Chimp Optimization Algorithm and Spatial-Temporal Graph Convolutional Networks
Ramya Chinnasamy (Anna University, India & Kongu Engineering College, India); Malliga. S Malliga (Kongu Engineering College, India); Nandita Sengupta (University College of Bahrain, Bahrain)
10:20 Real-Time Fire Detection and Home Environmental Monitoring Using Advanced IoT System
Khakam Maruf (Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia); Rizal Justian Setiawan (National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan & Yuan Ze University, Taiwan); Darmono (Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia); Nur Azizah (China Medical University, Taiwan); Nur Evirda Khosyiati (Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)
C05: Strategic Insights and Impact Assessments
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
9:00 Exploring the Role of Capital Adequacy Ratio in Influencing Strategic Management Decisions and Profitability in Bahrain’s Banking Sector
Hafnida Syafruddin Hasan, Hf, Mariam Ali and Adel Ali yassin Alzyoud (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
9:20 The Impact of Job Autonomy on Employees’ Creative Behavior
Islam Nassar and Salman Alhasan (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Jamal Hayajneh (3rd Jamal Hayajneh, Jordan)
9:40 The Impact of Technological Advancements on Global Business Strategies: a Theoretical Approach
Islam Nassar (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Dua Nassar (Creative Source for Training and Consulting, Jordan); Jamal Hayajneh (3rd Jamal Hayajneh, Jordan)
10:00 Customers’ Perceived Values, Initial e-Trust and Adoption of Mobile Payment Applications: Do Perceived Security and Customers’ Age Matter?
Hissah Ayedh Alotaibi (University of Bahrain, Bahrain); Sarra Berraies (University of Tunis, Higher Institute of Management, Tunisia); Wajdi Ben Rejeb (University of Lincoln, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
10:20 The Role of Social Media in Sharing Green Knowledge in Small and Medium Enterprises of Kuwait: a Qualitative-Thematic Analysis
Fatema Saud Alazemi (Loughborough University, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
Monday, April 14 10:50 – 12:30
D01: Digital Transformation and AI Impact
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
10:50 Development of a Decision Support System for Identifying and Measuring Key Performance Indicators of Logistics Transfer Centers
Funda Ozturk (Yıldız Technical University, Turkey); Selcuk Cebi (Yildiz Technical University, Turkey)
11:10 Ai-Driven E-Commerce: a Critical Review of Consumer Protection and Rights
Manjula Raghav (Nirma University, India)
11:30 Leveraging Data-Driven Supplier Segmentation for Improved Management in Digital Engineering Projects
Laila Messaoudi (University of Gabes, Tunisia & Research Unit 3E, Higher Institute of Management of Gabes, Tunisia); Abir Sedghiani and Minyar Mahdhi (Higher Institute of Management of Gabes, Tunisia)
11:50 The Dynamics of Isolation and Retention Among Female Remote Workers: Voices from Saudi Arabia
Amina Amari, Zouhour Smaoui Hachicha and Amjad Ibrahim Aloli (Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Saudi Arabia)
12:10 Digital Transformation and Managerial Management of Public Resources: a Systematic Review (2020-2024)
Deivia Neyra Herrera, Yossi V Guerrero Flores and Ricardo R Díaz Calderón (Universidad Cesar Vallejo, Peru)
D02: Innovative Strategies in Business and Construction
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
Chair: Rouya Hdeib (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
10:50 Organizational Factors Influencing Big Data Analytics Adoption for Achieving SMEs Performance
Muzaffar Asad (Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico); Aldahir Caballero Campbell (Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico); Muhammad Uzair Asif (University Utara Malaysia, Malaysia)
11:10 Strength Properties of Concrete Using High Volume Fly Ash and Dolomite Powder as a Sustainable Materials
Thangamani K and Poongodi K (SR University, India); G Mounika Naidu (Vardhaman College of Engineering, India)
11:30 Paytech Innovative Payment Solutions
Agnieszka Jadwiga Wójcik-Czerniawska (Warsaw School of Economics, Poland)
11:50 Transforming Project Management: the Impact of Virtual Reality on Team Communication and Collaboration
Laden HusamAldin (University of West London, United Kingdom (Great Britain)); Auhood Al Faries (King Saud University, Saudi Arabia); Mohammed Aljobori (London College of Contemporary Arts, United Kingdom (Great Britain)); Parisa Saadati (University of West London, United Kingdom (Great Britain)); Chloe Newly (University of West London, St. Mary’s Road, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
12:10 An Integrated Q-Rung Orthopair Fuzzy Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Model for Feasibility Assessment in E-Commerce Market Research
Ozan Kaynar, Elifnaz Olgac and Ali Karasan (Yildiz Technical University, Turkey)
D03: Advanced Technologies and Engineering Solutions
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
Chair: Malak Naji (Applied Science University, Bahrain & Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan)
10:50 Combination of CNN, RNN, and GAN for Pneumonia Classification Based on Chest CXR Images
Mustakim Mustakim (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia & Puzzle Research Data Technology, Indonesia); Danur Lestari and Hartono Hartono (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia)
11:10 Implementation of Time Series Forecasting for Inflation Prediction in Indonesia
Mustakim Mustakim (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia & Puzzle Research Data Technology, Indonesia); Wahyu Eka Putra and Hartono Hartono (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia)
11:30 Implementation of Engineering Initiatives for Assessing Structural Performance of High-Rise Buildings in the Coastal Region of Saudi Arabia
A. B. M. Saiful Islam, Fahad Anwar, Hassan Dhafer Al-Qahtani, Yazeed Al-Dosari, Mohammed Khaled Alshammari and Faris Alghamdi (Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia)
11:50 Design and Implementation of Communication Systems for Disaster Scenarios via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Rabiya Akhter (University of Kashmir, India); Ravesa Akhter (National Institute of Technology Srinagar, India)
12:10 Sustainability Challenges of Urban Air Mobility Facilities: a Semi-Desirable Perspective
Zahra Zare and Mumtaz Karatas (Wright State University, USA); Levent Eriskin (Piri Reis University, Turkey)
D04: Leveraging AI Across Fields
online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
10:50 Utilizing Industry 4.0 for Enhanced Construction Project Management: Insights on AI, Robotics, AR/VR, and Digital Twins
Fabiha Fatima Agha (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Dr. Syed Saad (CECOS University, Pakistan); Sumayya Obaid (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Kumeel Rasheed (Bahria University, Pakistan); Muhammad Bilal and Ijaz Ahmad (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan)
11:10 Predicting Individual Well-Being with Machine Learning Using Social Media Langua
Necip Cinar (Dicle University, Turkey)
11:30 Machine Learning Based Performance Analysis of Battery Management System in Electric Vehicles
Priyanka Elanthakadu Bhaskaran, Sivamathivanan P and S Thangavel (Kongu Engineering College, India)
11:50 AI Powered Smart Glass for Monitoring and Guiding Mental Health in Modern Education
A Guru Prasath (Kongu Engineeering College, India)
12:10 Sustainable Decision Making and Challenges in Energy Efficiency Across GCC Countries: Review on Sustainable Building Practices
Hend Elzefzafy (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
Monday, April 14 13:00 – 14:40
E01: Enhancing Engineering and Construction
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
Chair: Hamdy Mohamed (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
13:00 Noise Reduction in Housing Projects Acoustic
Wael Abdelhameed (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Mohamed AlKoheji (Kingdom University, Bahrain); Safa Jamal Awawdeh (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
13:20 Energy Analysis in Housing Units in Bahrain
Wael Abdelhameed and Mohammed Alkhaja (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
13:40 Acoustic Analysis in School Design: a Case Study
Wael Abdelhameed (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Mohamed AlKoheji (Kingdom University, Bahrain); Safa Jamal Awawdeh (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
14:00 The Impact of Digital Transformation on Engineering Performance in Construction and Infrastructure Sector: the Mediating Role of Innovation Capabilities
Hasan Alhanatleh (Applied Science Private University, Jordan); Abdallah Ali Mohammad Alrifae (Middle East University, Jordan); Sakher M.A Alnajdawi (Applied Science University, Bahrain); Mohamed Mahmoud Khtatbeh (Amman Arab University, Jordan)
14:20 Impact Assessment of on-Site Semi-Autonomous Robots on UK Concrete Works: a Case-Based Qualitative Approach
Joseph Edward Barber, Frank Ato Ghansah and George Agyekum-Mensah (London South Bank University, United Kingdom (Great Britain)); Benjamin Botchwey (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science Technology, United Kingdom (Great Britain)); Abigail Amoah-Korsah (London South Bank University, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
E02: Emerging Technologies in Business and Industry
Online
Conference Microsoft Team (Virtual Room)
13:00 Internet of Things Based Automized Process of Plasma Cutting Machine Using Adaptive QoS Model
Priyanka Elanthakadu Bhaskaran, J Sivasankar and S Thangavel (Kongu Engineering College, India)
13:20 Leveraging Malware Detection Enhancement with Lightweight Hybrid Deep Learning Approach for Edge Computing
Sakshi Mittal and Prateek Rajvanshi (Independent Researcher, USA)
13:40 IoT Based Smart Egg Hatcher
Sivamathivanan P (Kongu Engineering College, India); A Guru Prasath (Kongu Engineeering College, India)
14:00 The Impact of Social Networks on Palestinian Female Entrepreneurs’ Success in Businesses
Razan Awadallah Awwad (Al-Quds University, Palestine); Sameer Hamdan (Near East University, Cyprus); Nidal Darwish (Business and Economics, Palestine); Amani Abuallan (Al-Quds University, Palestine)
14:20 Fraud Detection System in Banking Transaction Environment Based on Machine Learning
Aya Migdady (Philadelphia University, Jordan); Omar Alzoubi (Applied Science University, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, Bahrain & Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan); Nabil EL Kadhi (Applied Science University Bahrain, Bahrain)
E03: Digital and Market Insights
Online
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Chair: Hamad A. Al-kaabi (Applied Science University BAHRAIN, Bahrain)
13:00 Assessing the Relationship Between Customer Contentment and Customer Perceived Value in the Service Sector
Razan Awadallah Awwad (Al-Quds University, Palestine); Ala Fathi Assi and Sameer Hamdan (Near East University, Cyprus)
13:20 Customer Perceptions of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) Food Delivery in the Digital Age: a Demographic Analysis
Kunal Suresh Warke and Manisha Paliwal (Sri Balaji University, India); Dimple Saini (Sri Balaji University Pune, India); Saikat Gochhait and Ankita Tarte (Symbiosis International Deemed University, India)
13:40 Digital Transformation of University’s MSMEs: Case Study of Patchouli-Based University MSMEs in Indonesia
Ratna Mulyany (Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia); Teuku A. Geumpana (The University of Newcastle Australia, Australia); Friesca Erwan (Syiah Kuala University, Indonesia); Syaifullah Muhammad, Adinda Gusti Vonna, Nadia Isnaini and Yudha Nurdin (Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia); Arif Rahmansyah (Ikatan Akuntan Indonesia, Indonesia); Zahra Athilla (Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia)
14:00 Unveiling the Key Drivers Behind Coffee Shop Purchase Decisions in Indonesia: CSR, Social Media, and Marketing Strategy
Dio Asrianda Raudi (BINUS Online Learning, BINUS University, Indonesia); Rebecca Lonika (BINUS Online Learning BINUS University, Indonesia); Yuniarty Yuniarty (Binus University, Indonesia)
14:20 The Mediating Role of Trust and Behaviour in Financial Inclusion of Women in UAE’s Economic Growth
Noor Sakr (Ajman University, United Arab Emirates & FAWAZ Group, United Arab Emirates)
E04: Project Management Methodologies for Engineering Projects
Online
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Chair: Hafnida Syafruddin Hasan, Hf (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
13:00 Transformational Leadership and Lean Methodologies in Civil Engineering: an Approach to Sustainable Project Delivery and Management
Muhammad Zakarya (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Dr. Syed Saad (CECOS University, Pakistan); Kumeel Rasheed (Bahria University, Pakistan); Waqar Aslam and Muhammad Bilal (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Abbas Habib (Cecos University, Pakistan)
13:20 Strategic Approaches to Mitigating Delays in Sustainable Construction: Insights and Solutions
Ijaz Ahmad (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Dr. Syed Saad (CECOS University, Pakistan); Muhammad Inam Abbas, Muhammad Bilal, Fabiha Fatima Agha and Sumayya Obaid (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan)
13:40 Project Management Efficiency with Advanced Primavera P6 Methodologies: a Data-Driven Approach
Muhammad Bilal (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Dr. Syed Saad (CECOS University, Pakistan); Kumeel Rasheed (Bahria University, Pakistan); Ijaz Ahmad, Fabiha Fatima Agha and Sumayya Obaid (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan)
14:00 Assessing the Technological Readiness Level of Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Building Projects in Civil Engineering
Aawag Mohsen Alawag (Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia & UiTM, Malaysia); Saleem Ahmed Hezam Sallam Al-Azazi (Taiz University, Yemen & International Organization for Migration IOM, Yemen)
14:20 The Impact of BIM Adoption on Project Success: the Mediating Role of Project Management Knowledge Areas
Muhammad Husnain Shabir (Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute Of Science and Technology, Pakistan); Imran Hafeez (SZABIST, Pakistan); Adnan Hafeez (Superior University Lahore, Pakistan); Shazia Akhtar (SZABIST Islamabad, Pakistan); Muhammad Faisal (SZABIST, Pakistan); Waqar Aslam (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan)
E05: Evaluating Sustainability and Technology Adoption
Online
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Chair: Hend Elzefzafy (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
13:00 The Mediating Role of Trust and Behaviour in Financial Inclusion of Women in UAE’s Economic Growth
Noor Sakr (Ajman University, United Arab Emirates & FAWAZ Group, United Arab Emirates)
13:20 Assessing the Economic and Health Sustainability Corridor in Sub-Saharan Africa
Joseph Kolee, Aliya Isiksal and Ala Fathi Assi (Near East University, Cyprus)
13:40 Evaluation of User Acceptance in Public Service Application Using Combination of UTAUT and Privacy Calculus Theory
Muhammad Jufrizal (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia); Nur Aini Rakhmawati (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Surabaya, Indonesia)
14:00 Exploring Digital Technologies for Caregiver Education in Developmental Disabilities: a Scoping Review and Implications for Pakistan’s Telehealth Landscape
Rukaiya Yawar (Institute of Business Administration, Karachi & Bahria University, Karachi, Pakistan); Zaheeruddin Asif (IBA PK, Pakistan)
14:20 Applying Quantitative Risk Analysis to IT Asset Assessment in F&B Investments: a Case Study of Coffee Shop XYZ
Jonathan Arya Wibowo (Telkom University, Indonesia); Rahmat Yasirandi (King Mongkuts Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand & Telkom University, Indonesia); Rio Guntur Utomo (Telkom University, Indonesia)
Monday, April 14 14:50 – 16:50
F01: Technological Innovations in Education and Infrastructure
online
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Chair: Rouya Hdeib (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
14:50 Development of Integrated Application Based on Machine Learning System and Phonics Method to Improve Literacy Skills of Dyslexic Children
Apry Aditya Saputra (Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia); Khakam Maruf (Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia); Alzena Labiqa Shafa Aqeela, Adinda Keisha Althafunnisa and Annas Nurul Fadhilah (State Junior High School Two of Bantul, Indonesia); Rizal Justian Setiawan (National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan & Yuan Ze University, Taiwan); Nur Azizah (China Medical University, Taiwan)
15:10 Spatial User Pairing-Based Correlation for MIMO-Assisted Downlink NOMA System
Karima Ait Bouslam (University of Morroco, Morocco); Fatim-Zahra Bennioui (University of Cadi Ayyad, Morocco); Radouane Iqdour (CRMEF Marrakech Safi, Morocco); Abdelouahab Zeroual (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco)
15:30 The Digital Revolution in Procurement for Construction Projects
Lucy Ogbenjuwa (London South Bank University, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
15:50 Design and Implementation of an Android-Based Mobile Application for Educational Outreach and Monitoring of Stunting Prevention Among Toddlers in Indonesia
Khakam Maruf (Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia); Apry Aditya Saputra (Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia); Rizal Justian Setiawan (National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan & Yuan Ze University, Taiwan); Nur Azizah (China Medical University, Taiwan); Darmono and Nur Evirda Khosyiati (Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)
16:10 Leading in the Digital Era: a Comprehensive Meta-Analysis of Management Evolution
Adel Al Samman (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
F02: IoT Innovations for Safety, Health, and Sustainability
Online
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14:50 F.I.R.E.W.A.R.N. – Fire Incident Response with Arduino Notification
Mariz Prado (Batangas State University, Philippines); James Darrel M Lara (Batangas State University, Philippines & Mapua University, Philippines); Selverino A. Magon (De La Salle University, Philippines & University of the Philippines, Philippines)
15:10 Heartbeat Sensor Circuit Using Photodiode with Piezoelectric Buzzer
Mariz Prado (Batangas State University, Philippines); Selverino A. Magon (De La Salle University, Philippines & University of the Philippines, Philippines); James Darrel M Lara (Batangas State University, Philippines & Mapua University, Philippines)
15:30 IoTA (IoT in Agriculture): RF Transmitter Integration on Sensor Networks for Enhanced Agriculture Monitoring
Mariz Prado (Batangas State University, Philippines); James Darrel M Lara (Batangas State University, Philippines & Mapua University, Philippines); Selverino A. Magon (De La Salle University, Philippines & University of the Philippines, Philippines)
15:50 Integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) in Pilot-Scale Desalination: Optimizing Efficiency and Sustainability in Saline Water Treatment
Do Vinh Duong (Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh (VNU-HCM), Vietnam); Thanh Tran (Institute for Environment and Resources, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM), Vietnam & Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Vietnam); Trung Anh Tran (Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Vietnam)
16:10 Utilisation of IoT and Smart Energy Meter for Energy Savings in the Hotel Sector
Ayman Yousef and Issa Chaer (London South Bank University, United Kingdom (Great Britain))
F03: AI and Digital Transformation
Online
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14:50 Artificial Intelligence in Construction Project Management: Current Trends, Applications, and Future Prospects
Sumayya Obaid (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan); Dr. Syed Saad (CECOS University, Pakistan); Fabiha Fatima Agha, Ijaz Ahmad, Muhammad Bilal and Muhammad Waqas Khan (CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences, Pakistan)
15:10 Emphasizing Processing as a Mediator Effect to Prevent Food Loss to Initiate Digital Technology Adoption in the Dairy Supply Chain
Fauzan Romadlon (Telkom University, Indonesia & Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia); Wan Nurul Karimah Wan Ahmad (Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, The Netherlands); Alina Shamsuddin (Universiti Tun Hussien Onn Malaysia, Malaysia)
15:30 A New Model Proposal for Risk Analysis of Business Processes: ERP and BWM-Based Fuzzy Risk Evaluation Model
Ebru İrmak and Selcuk Cebi (Yildiz Technical University, Turkey)
15:50 Understanding Society 5.0’s Paradigm Through the Penta-Helix Model of Innovation on Human-Centric Innovation Ecosystems
Arief Budiman (Prasetiya Mulya, Indonesia); Nur Aini Rakhmawati (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Surabaya, Indonesia); Diana Purwitasari (Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia)
16:10 AI-Driven Recruitment: Enhancing Profile Recommendations in Digital-Age Management
Abdelkrim Saouabe (IbnTofail University, Morocco & AKKODIS, France); Ahmed Boulahoual (Laboratoire des Process, Signaux, Systèmes Industriels, Informatique, Morocco); Hicham Oualla (Laboratoire des Process Signaux Systèmes Industriels Informatique, Morocco)
16:30 A Sustainable Solution for Reducing Urban Disruption
Lamia Hammiche and Lamia Hamza (University of Bejaia, Algeria)
F04: AI-Powered Solutions in Healthcare, Construction, and Renewable Energy
Online
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Chair: Rashed Al Rasheed Alrasheed (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
14:50 Recognition of Facial Emotions Through Convolutional Neural Networks
Bishar Rasheed, Mehmet Kaya and Burhan Ergen (Firat University, Turkey)
15:10 A Multimodal Deep Learning Architecture for Diabetic Retinopathy Diagnosis
Diğdem Orhan and Mehmet Kaya (Firat University, Turkey)
15:30 Machine Learning for Concrete Strength Prediction: a Comparative Evaluation of Various Models
Younes Alouan (L3G Laboratory, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco & LAMIGEP Research Laboratory, Moroccan School of Engineering Sciences, Marrakech, Morocco)
15:50 Autism Spectrum Disorder Detection Using Eye-Tracking Scanpaths and EEG Data
Amisha Kanwar (Punjab Engineering College, India); Manik Bansal and Sharang Kalra (Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, India); Tejvir Tejvir (Punjab Engineering College, India)
16:10 Enhancing Solar Irradiation Forecasting and Weather Station Calibration with a Hybrid Model
Mustapha Ezzini (Fluid Mechanics and Energetic Laboratory, Morocco); Abdelali El gourari (EMSI, Morocco); Mohammed Ennejjar (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco & I2SP Research Team, Morocco); Raja Mouachi (EMSI, Morocco); Mohammed Boukendil (Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco); Mustapha Raoufi (University Cadi Ayyad, Morocco)
F05: Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Law, and Ethics
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14:50 The Artificial Intelligence Approach Under Bahraini and Comparative Law
Mohanad Ahmad Sanouri (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
15:10 Artificial Intelligence and Societal Security
Ibrahim Mohammed Hatamleh (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
15:30 From Classical Justice to AI: Why Ethics Alone Isn’t Enough
Alex Atanasov (Applied Science University, Bahrain)
15:50 New Technologies and Managing Courts in the Digital Age
Alex Atanasov (Applied Science University, Bahrain)