Syed Zohair Quain Haider

Brief Bio

Syed Zohair Quain Haider is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Southern Punjab, Mulatn with over 8 years of experience in higher education, research, and academic administration. His research is grounded in Artificial Intelligence, with a focus on Strong AI, Cognitive Agent Modelling, Emotion-Based Systems, Fuzzy Logic, Machine Learning, NLP, and Image Processing. He holds an MPhil in Computer Science with a thesis on emotion-based decision-making in cognitive agents. He has published in internationally indexed journals and actively supervises final-year and postgraduate student projects spanning AI, smart systems, assistive technologies, and IoT applications. He serves as Academic Coordinator, Project & Internship Coordinator, and a core NCEAC team member at the USP.

Education
MPhil in Computer Science
University of Southern Punjab, Multan
2019
MSc Information Technology
University of Education Lahore, Multan
2013
Professional Experience
Senior Lecturer
University of Southern Punjab, Multan
2022 – Till now
Visiting Lecturer
Govt. Emerson University, Multan
2025 – 2026
Lecturer
University of Southern Punjab
2017 – 2022
IT Teacher
Zakariya Public School, Multan
2016 – 2017
Trainer (PSDF Department)
University of Southern Punjab, Multan
2013 – 2014
CISCO Trainer
Network Home CISCO Certified Institute, Multan
2014 – 2015
IT Assistant
EDO Office, Multan
2014

Research Interests

  • Strong Artificial Intelligence & Cognitive Agent Systems
  • Emotion-Based Modelling and Decision Making
  • Fuzzy Logic Systems
  • Machine Learning & Deep Learning
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Image Processing and Computer Vision

Research Impact:

  • Publications: 11
  • h-index: 2

Supervised Student Projects (Selected)

  • EGLIPS for the Blind: Context-aware assistive system for visually impaired users
  • GPS Wheelchair for Disabled Persons: App-based GPS-controlled wheelchair for persons with disabilities
  • Smart Security System: Intelligent surveillance and access control system
  • Smart Parking System: Automated real-time parking management system
  • Context-Aware System: Adaptive intelligent environment system
  • Additional projects in IoT, smart systems, network applications, and software development
Title Year Published Link
MA Khan, SUR Khan, SZQ Haider, SA Khan, O Bilal. Evolving knowledge representation learning with the dynamic asymmetric embedding model. Evolving Systems – Springer Nature (ISSN: 1868-6478), Vol. 15, Issue 05, 2024.
2024
Springer Nature
Haider, S. Z. Q*., Ijaz, H. M., Khan, T. F., et al. MEBACA-Modeling of Emotion Base Attitudes for Cognitive Agents. Journal of Computing & Biomedical Informatics (ISSN: 2710-1606), Vol. 7, Issue 01, 2024.
2024
JCBI
Haider, S. Z. Q*., Arif, A., & Ali, M. Z. H. Decoding the Crowd: High-Accuracy Individual Emotion Identification Through Simulated Behavior Analysis. Spectrum of Engineering Sciences, 3(6), 951-1000.
2025
SES
Arif, A., Waseem, M., Haider, S. Z. Q., et al. Development of a Dynamic Ontology-Based Framework for Enhancing the Intelligence and Autonomy of Robotic Systems. Spectrum of Engineering Sciences, 3(7), 219-231.
2025
SES
Khalid, M. A., Batool, H., Arif, A., Haider, S. Z. Q., & Ahmad, H. Enhancing Instance Selection with Ensemble Methods: A Comparative Analysis. Kashf Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 2(07), 166-199.
2025
KJMR
Arif, A., Jamil, F., Haider, S. Z. Q., & Ali, M. Z. H. Optimizing Congestion Control for QoS in Bandwidth-Constrained Wireless Networks. Spectrum of Engineering Sciences, 3(6), 336-364.
2025
SES
Arif, A., Ali, M. Z. H., Haider, S. Z. Q., & Niaz, Q. AI-Driven Edge Computing for IoT: Revolutionizing Phishing Detection and Mitigation. Journal of Computing & Biomedical Informatics, 9(01).
2025
JCBI
Ali, M. Z. H., Arif, A., Haider, S. Z. Q., et al. A Comprehensive Review of Software Development Methodologies: Models, Mindset, and Misunderstandings. Spectrum of Engineering Sciences, 996-1029.
2025
SES
Ijaz, H. M., Aslam, T., Nawaz, S. A., Shehzad, M., Sabir, M., Haider, S. Z. Q. Classification for Phoenix Dactylifera L. Varieties Using Statistical Features. Journal of Computing & Biomedical Informatics (ISSN: 2710-1606), Vol. 7, Issue 01, 2024.
2024
JCBI
Raza, S. A., Qureshi, K. S., Iqbal, M., & Haider, Z. Context Aware Win-Win Situation for Automatic Negotiation in Intelligent Agents. Journal of NCBAE, 1(2), 31-44.
2022
JNCBAE

Teaching & Supervision

Courses:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Operating Systems
  • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
  • Programming Fundamentals
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Networking
  • Introduction to Data Science
  • Assembly Language Organization
  • Database Administration and Management
  • ICT (Information and Communication Technology)

Teaching Philosophy

Fostering curiosity-driven, technology-enhanced learning environments that inspire students to innovate, solve real-world problems, and contribute meaningfully to the field of computer science.

Collaborations and Honors

  • Core Team Member, National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC)
  • Member, CS Course Advisory Committee, ISP Multan
  • Member, CS Discipline Committee, ISP Multan
  • Member, CS OBE (Outcome-Based Education) Committee, ISP Multan
  • CISCO Certified Trainer (CCNA) — Network Home CISCO Certified Institute

Technical and Professional Skills

  • Programming: Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Java
  • Platforms: Microsoft Office Suite, Academic and Research Databases
  • Competencies: Report Writing, Academic Writing, Research & Development, Public Speaking, Data Analysis

Training and Certifications

  • CCNA Certification Coaching — CISCO Registered Institute (NHIIT), 2016
  • Demand-Based Training Certificate — Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), 2007
  • Diploma in Office Applications — Leadership College, Boson Road, Multan, 2008

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