Muhammad Dawood
Dr. Muhammad Dawood[1] is a Pakistani computer scientist, artificial intelligence researcher, and technology leader specializing in machine learning, artificial neural networks, robotics, and cloud-native system architectures. He is the founder of the Research Institute of Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing (RIAIC) and serves as a senior associate at the Prime Ministerโs Office of Pakistan (MP-II Scale).[2] His work focuses on the design and deployment of scalable AI systems, intelligent automation, cloud computing infrastructures, and national-level technology capacity-building initiatives across academic, industrial, and public-sector domains.
Early life and education
Dawood completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science[3] from the University of Management and Technology (UMT).[citation needed] He later earned an MPhil in Computer Science from UMT and an MS in Computer Science from Virtual University of Pakistan.[citation needed]
He completed his PhD in Computer Science and Automation [4]at Tsinghua University, China, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Neural Systems.[5] His doctoral research focused on automation, neural control systems, and intelligent robotics for complex environments.[citation needed]
Academic career
Dawood has served in numerous academic and instructional roles across Pakistan and international platforms. His positions include:
- Lecturer and Visiting Faculty at government and private institutions
- Senior Instructor and Project Director at PNY Trainings[6]
- Instructor at FAST Technologies (UK โ online/weekend programs)
- Research Officer at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET)
- Head-level academic and curriculum advisory roles
He has supervised 25+ research projects and theses in AI, machine learning, robotics, and data science, including medical and assistive technology research.[citation needed]
Industry and professional career
Dawood has over 15 years of professional experience in software engineering, AI research, and technology leadership.[7]
Key Roles
- Vice President, Thynk Techs Ltd (from 2022) โ Leading AI and data analytics strategy, R&D, project execution, and talent development.[8]
- Founder & CEO, IntelliSnc Group โ AI, data science, robotics, and professional training initiatives[citation needed]
- CTO / COO, NexSkill Pvt Ltd[citation needed]
- CEO & Director, Robolabs & Technology[citation needed]
- Assistant Director, HospitALLCare 4 All โ Telehealth and medical technology systems[citation needed]
- Developer & Business Analyst, NetSol Technologies
- Developer, Ufone Pakistan[citation needed]
His work includes cloud-based AI systems, Django and REST APIs, anomaly detection, medical prediction models, IoT platforms, and big data analytics[unreliable source?]
Research and innovation
Dawoodโs research focuses on:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Neural Networks and Robotics
- Medical diagnosis and health technology
- Big Data analytics and cloud computing
- Intrusion detection and cybersecurity
He has contributed to medical AI research, including autism emotion detection, osteoporosis diagnosis, sleep apnea analysis, fraud detection, and anomaly detection in telecom and network systems.
Entrepreneurship
Dawood founded and led several technology and training initiatives, including:[9]
- IntelliSnc Group โ AI, ML, robotics, and data science solutions
- RIAIC - Artificial Intelliegnce Research Institute and Cloud Computing
- Chalak Programmers โ UK-selected Botly Future Fifty startup
- Onajah.com โ Low-cost, native-language online learning platform
- Ocean Code Tech โ Software development and AI services
These initiatives focused on affordable technology education, startup enablement, and applied AI solutions[10]
NGO and community work
Dawood has actively participated in non-governmental and community organizations focused on youth development, education, and digital empowerment. His roles include:
- Executive and media roles in Mehrbaan Foundation, Youth Co-Nation, and Risk
- Board of Director at Radiant Youth Network (RYN), an NGO focused on youth development and social initiatives
- Director roles in Hawks The Youth Foundation
- Founder and CEO of Step In Future (SIF)
His NGO work emphasizes technology access, skills training, and youth leadership development.
Awards and Recognition
Dawood has received multiple national and international recognitions, including:[11][12]
- Two-time Health Tech Scientist Award (New York, USA)[citation needed]
- Scientist Award in Medical Innovation (Michigan State University, Flint)[citation needed]
- Best Instructor Awards (2018, 2020)[citation needed]
- Best IT Director Award (2014)[citation needed]
- Gold Medal for Final Year Project in Computer Science[citation needed]
Technical Expertise
His technical expertise includes:
- AI, ML, Deep Learning, ANN
- Python, Django, Flask, REST APIs
- Robotics, IoT, Arduino, Raspberry Pi
- Cloud computing (AWS), Big Data (Hadoop, Spark, Hive)
- Cybersecurity, digital forensics, and intrusion detection
Selected Research Topics
- Machine learning-based medical diagnosis
- AI-driven autism behavior analysis
- Neural control systems for robotics
- Big data storage and cloud optimization
- Intrusion detection using ANN
Legacy and impact
Dawood is recognized for integrating academic research with industry application, particularly in medical AI, robotics, and workforce development, and for contributing to technology capacity building in Pakistan and internationally.[according to whom?]
References
- โ Radio Pakistan Lahore (Official) (2025-06-11). Dr Muhammad Dawood is PhD in computer science and Tech entrepreneur. Retrieved 2025-12-22 – via YouTube.[unreliable source?]
- โ "Wayback Machine" (PDF). www.establishment.gov.pk. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2025-01-28. Retrieved 2025-12-22.
- โ "Muhammad Dawood - Ilmians(Office of Alumni)". alumni.umt.edu.pk. Retrieved 2025-12-22.
- โ Meet Dr. Muhammad Dawood, UMT alumnus of BS(CS), 2015 and MS(CS) 2018, who now serves as a ๐๐๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ญ๐ (๐๐-๐๐) with the ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ง๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ค๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ง and an AI Consultant at Infostack. From classrooms to cabinet rooms โ his story reflects how UMTโs commitment to critical thinking, hands-on learning, and innovation equips graduates to lead with vision and impact. ๐๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฌ๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐? Join UMT โ where AI-powered education meets career-driven learning. 042 111 868 868 Email: [email protected] #ILMIANS, #AlumniTalkSeries #alumniTestimonial #EchoesOfSuccess #UMTYourAiFuture | UMT - Office of Alumni. Retrieved 2025-12-22 – via www.facebook.com.[unreliable source?]
- โ 6 comments | Impact Of Digital Media Marketing On Business Today | Interview With Dr. Dawood | Earn Money at Home Watch full Interview: https://youtu.be/X-TEcTdIK9g For more informative video subscribe our channel. Click The Link Below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeCe6BJE7fvy1Koe16Q3d9A | PNY Trainings. Retrieved 2025-12-22 – via www.facebook.com. External link in
|title=(help)[unreliable source?] - โ 6 comments | Impact Of Digital Media Marketing On Business Today | Interview With Dr. Dawood | Earn Money at Home Watch full Interview: https://youtu.be/X-TEcTdIK9g For more informative video subscribe our channel. Click The Link Below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeCe6BJE7fvy1Koe16Q3d9A | PNY Trainings. Retrieved 2025-12-22 – via www.facebook.com. External link in
|title=(help)[unreliable source?] - โ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-12-22.[unreliable source?]
- โ "About Founder RIAIC โ RIAIC โ Research Institute of Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing". Retrieved 2025-12-22.
- โ PFTP Official (2022-11-15). A glimpse of "NATIONAL YOUTH FEST" victory by PFTP. Retrieved 2025-12-22 – via YouTube.[unreliable source?]
- โ "#pftp #thynktechs #leadership #innovation #pakistan #punjab #communityimpact #pakistanzindabad | Dr Muhammad Dawood". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2025-12-22.
- โ "#thynktechs | Dr Muhammad Dawood". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2025-12-22.[unreliable source?]
- โ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-12-22.[unreliable source?]
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