Dr. Ansar Munir Shah

Brief Bio

Dr. Ansar Munir Shah is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Southern Punjab, Multan with over 18 years of academic, research, and administrative experience. His expertise lies in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN), Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence–based threat detection, with a strong focus on IoT security and energy-efficient communication systems.

He has published extensively in internationally recognized journals and is an HEC-approved PhD supervisor, actively mentoring MS and doctoral researchers. His research contributions include lightweight security models, intelligent intrusion detection systems, and optimization techniques for wireless and sensor-based networks.

Dr. Shah plays a leading role in Outcome-Based Education (OBE) implementation and contributes to NCEAC accreditation processes, including CLO–PLO mapping, CQI cycles, and program quality assurance. He is actively engaged in curriculum development, academic leadership, and fostering industry-aligned computing education.

Education
PhD Computer Science
IIC University of Technology, Cambodia
2018
MS Computer Networks
Virtual University
2015
MS Computer Science
Federal Urdu University
2007
PGD Computer Science
BZU Multan
2000
Professional Experience
Associate Professor
University of Southern Punjab, Multan
2023 – Till now
Assistant Professor
University of Southern Punjab, Multan
2018 – 2023
Lecturer
King Khalid University
2009 – 2015
Instructor
NUST
2004 – 2009

Professional associations

  • Editor, Southern Journal of Computer Science (SJCS), University of Southern Punjab.
  • HEC Approved Supervisor 
  • Reviewer (CSS&E)

Research Interests

  • Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) and Wireless Body Area Networks (WBAN)
  • Cybersecurity and AI-based Intrusion Detection Systems
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Security and Smart Systems
  • Energy-efficient routing and optimization in distributed networks
  • Cloud computing and intelligent network management

Current Projects

  • Development of AI-based intrusion detection models for IoT and cyber-physical systems
  • Design of energy-efficient and secure routing protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks
  • Integration of machine learning techniques for adaptive network security
  • Implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) frameworks for computing programs

Research Impact:

  • Publications: 25+ (Scopus/HEC Indexed Journals)
  • Citations: 200+
  • h-index: ~8
Title Year Published Link
Shah, A. M., & Abunsibb, A. G. eHealth-WBAN: A study of IEEE 802.15.6 and IEEE 802.15.4 based MAC protocols. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology.
2026
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Liu, X., Latif, A., Maray, M., Shah, A. M., & Ramzan, M. Big data meets jugaad: Cultural innovation strategies for sustainable performance in resource-constrained developing economies. Sustainability, 17(15), 7087.
2025
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Shah, A. M. ILSM: Incorporated lightweight security model for improving QoS in wireless sensor networks. Computer Systems Science & Engineering.
2023
CSS&E
Shah, A. M. Energy & delay reduction technique for wireless sensor networks.
2023
Tech Science Press
Ali, M. S., Shah, A. M., Malik, M. H., & Raza, A. Energy-efficient routing protocols for wireless sensor networks: A systematic literature review.
2021
IJATCSE
Saeed, M. K., Hassan, M. U., Mahmood, K., Shah, A. M., & Khan, J. Efficient solution for connectivity restoration in wireless sensor and actor networks.
2021
Wireless Personal Communications
Hassan, M. U., Ali, S., Mahmood, K., Saeed, M. K., & Shah, A. M. An efficient connectivity restoration technique for wireless sensor networks.
2021
CMC
Khan, J., Shah, A. M., Nawaz, B., Mahmood, K., & Hassan, M. U. A cluster-based mitigation strategy against security attacks in wireless sensor networks.
2020
International Journal

Shah, A. M., & Abunsibb, A. G. (2026). eHealth-WBAN: A study of IEEE 802.15.6 and IEEE 802.15.4 based MAC protocols. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology. https://doi.org/10.1080/03091902.2025.2600333

Liu, X., Latif, A., Maray, M., Shah, A. M., & Ramzan, M. (2025). Big data meets jugaad: Cultural innovation strategies for sustainable performance in resource-constrained developing economies. Sustainability, 17(15), 7087. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17157087

Shah, A. M., Aljubayri, M., Khan, M. F., Alqahtani, J., Hassan, M. U., Sulaiman, A., & Shaikh, A. (2023). ILSM: Incorporated lightweight security model for improving QoS in wireless sensor networks. Computer Systems Science & Engineering, 46(2), 2471–2488.

Iftikhar, A., Elmagzoub, M. A., Shah, A. M., Hassan, M. U., Alqahtani, J., & Shaikh, A. (2023). Efficient energy and delay reduction model for wireless sensor networks. Computer Systems Science & Engineering.

Ali, M. S., Shah, A. M., Malik, M. H., & Raza, A. (2021). Energy-efficient routing protocols for wireless sensor networks: A systematic literature review. International Journal of Advanced Trends in Computer Science and Engineering.

Saeed, M. K., Hassan, M. U., Mahmood, K., Shah, A. M., & Khan, J. (2021). Efficient solution for connectivity restoration in wireless sensor and actor networks (ESCR). Wireless Personal Communications.

Hassan, M. U., Ali, S., Mahmood, K., Saeed, M. K., & Shah, A. M. (2021). An efficient connectivity restoration technique (ECRT) for wireless sensor networks. Computers, Materials & Continua.

Saeed, M. K., Shah, A. M., Mahmood, K., Hassan, M. U., & Nawaz, B. (2021). Usage of Internet of Things technology in the higher education sector. Journal of Engineering Science and Technology.

Khan, J., Shah, A. M., Nawaz, B., Mahmood, K., & Hassan, M. U. (2020). A cluster-based mitigation strategy against security attacks in wireless sensor networks.

Nawaz, B., Mahmood, K., Khan, J., Hassan, M. U., Shah, A. M., & Saeed, M. K. (2019). Congestion control techniques in wireless sensor networks: A review. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications.

Saeed, M. K., Hassan, M. U., Shah, A. M., & Mahmood, K. (2018). Connectivity restoration techniques for wireless sensor and actor networks: A review.

Mahmood, K., Khan, M. A., Hassan, M. U., Shah, A. M., & Saeed, M. K. (2018). Intelligent on-demand connectivity restoration for wireless sensor networks. Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing.

Shah, A. M., Abdelmaboud, A., Mahmood, K., Hassan, M. U., & Saeed, M. K. (2018). eHealth WBAN: Energy-efficient and priority-based enhanced IEEE 802.15.6 CSMA/CA MAC protocol. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications.

Hassan, M. U., Khan, M. A., Ali, S., Mahmood, K., Shah, A. M., & Saeed, M. K. (2018). Distributed energy-efficient node relocation algorithm (DEENR). International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications.

Khan, J., Mahmood, K., Shah, A. M., Hassan, M. U., & Nawaz, B. (2018). Coverage-aware protocols in wireless sensor networks: A review.

Khan, M. A., Mahmood, K., Hassan, M. U., Shah, A. M., & Ali, S. (2016). Analysis of IPv4 vs IPv6 traffic in US.

Khan, M. A., Mahmood, K., Shah, A. M., & Hassan, M. U. (2016). A review on wireless sensor networks: An application perspective.

Teaching & Supervision

Courses:

  • Advance Computer Networks
  • Network Security
  • Parallel and Distributed Systems
  • Advance communication and networks for immerging technologies
  • Information security
  • Cyber Security

Supervision:

  • PhD 1 completed. 
  • MPhil/MS 50+

Teaching Philosophy

Bridging theoretical computer science concepts with real-world applications to develop skilled, innovative, and ethically responsible graduates. My teaching emphasizes student-centered and activity-based learning, using projects, case studies, and hands-on labs to enhance understanding. I actively engage students through discussions, quizzes, and group activities, while providing continuous mentoring and feedback to support their academic and professional growth. My approach aligns with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) to ensure measurable and industry-relevant learning outcomes.

Collaborations and Honors

  • Contributor to NCEAC Accreditation & OBE Implementation
  •  International academic collaborations
  • Speaker/Trainer in academic workshops)

Awards & Recognition

  • Research Poster Competition Winner – King Khalid University (2018)
  • Research Award , University of Southern Punjab Multan

Collaboration

Open to international collaborations in Cybersecurity, WSN, AI, and IoT systems.

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