Hazhar Blbas | Statistics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hazhar Blbas | Statistics | Best Researcher Award

Applied Statistics at Salahaddin University-Erbil, Iraq

Dr. Hazhar Blbas 🎓 is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Applied Statistics at Salahaddin University-Erbil, with a Ph.D. and an M.S. from the University of Central Florida 🇺🇸. As the founder of STAT Office 📊, he plays a pivotal role in mentoring students and professionals in statistical data analysis, research methodology, and academic writing. His expertise has earned him international recognition 🌍 as a keynote speaker and trainer across conferences in the USA, Brazil, Greece, and more. With over a decade of academic and consulting experience, Dr. Blbas has contributed significantly to capacity building in Iraq’s higher education sector 🎓📚. His dedication to quantitative research, community training, and academic excellence makes him a standout figure in the field of statistical science and education. 🏅📈

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🎓 Education

Dr. Hazhar Blbas has built a strong academic foundation in statistics, beginning with a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics from Salahaddin University-Erbil with high distinction 📘. He pursued advanced studies in the U.S., earning a Master’s degree in Statistical Computing from the University of Central Florida 🇺🇸 with a GPA of 3.425/4.0. His academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Applied Statistics from Salahaddin University in 2022, emphasizing quantitative research and data analysis 📊. In addition, he earned a diploma in English language studies, further enhancing his global academic communication skills 🌐. This robust educational background has laid the groundwork for his contributions to teaching, research, and international collaborations in the field of applied statistics 📚🧠.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Blbas has a diverse portfolio of professional experiences spanning over a decade 👨‍🏫. He currently serves as a lecturer and Assistant Professor at the Statistics Department, Salahaddin University-Erbil, where he teaches and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students 📈. He previously served at Knowledge University and Ishik University, contributing to IT, business, and medical departments. Additionally, he is the founder and CEO of STAT Office 📊, offering consultation in statistical data analysis and research guidance. His leadership extended to managing the Career Development Center at Knowledge University. Through various consultancy roles, including UN-funded research projects, he has impacted academia, industry, and governance sectors in Iraq. His dynamic teaching, mentorship, and consultancy roles highlight his commitment to practical and academic excellence 🚀📘.

🔬 Research Interest

Dr. Blbas’s research interests lie in applied statistics, data analysis, quantitative research, and statistical computing 🧮. He is passionate about improving research methodology, sampling techniques, and data interpretation to strengthen evidence-based decision-making across disciplines 📚📊. He focuses on SPSS, Excel-based analysis, and designing research frameworks that are both scientifically sound and socially impactful. His interdisciplinary approach allows him to work across health sciences, business, education, and media research domains 🔍. A major part of his work includes mentoring graduate students and training researchers in data handling and model building. He frequently presents on optimizing quantitative techniques, addressing statistical errors, and advancing computational accuracy. His ongoing goal is to bridge the gap between statistical theory and real-world application in emerging economies 🌍📈.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Hazhar Blbas has earned national and international acclaim for his academic and community contributions 🏆. He was honored with the prestigious IES2CV International Award in 2021 and recognized for having one of the most cited research profiles at Salahaddin University in 2023 📖📢. Additionally, he received the Best Undergraduate Research Grant, a testament to his mentorship and supervision impact. As a frequent keynote speaker at global conferences in Brazil, the U.S., Greece, and the Philippines, he is celebrated for his insights into data analysis and quantitative research 🎤🌍. His invitations to serve as judge, panelist, and research mentor reflect his recognized authority in his field. These accolades not only highlight his scholarly excellence but also his contribution to building research capacity in Iraq and beyond 🥇📘.

🧠 Research Skills

Dr. Blbas is highly skilled in statistical software such as SPSS, Excel, and R, with deep expertise in data visualization, multivariate analysis, and regression modeling 📊💻. His practical knowledge is matched by his ability to teach and simplify complex statistical concepts for students, professionals, and researchers 🧑‍🏫. He has developed and delivered numerous training courses on quantitative research, thesis writing, and scientific communication. Known for identifying and correcting common errors in data analysis, he emphasizes precision and reproducibility in research 🔍📑. His consultancy projects and workshops span academia, NGOs, and private sector collaborations. Whether analyzing large-scale surveys or evaluating academic theses, Dr. Blbas combines statistical rigor with real-world application, making him a valuable research leader and educator 🧮📈.

Publications Top Note 📝

  • Title: Longitudinal study of stress, social support, and depression in married Arab immigrant women
    Authors: K. Aroian, U. Nizam, H. Blbas
    Year: 2016
    Citations: 95
    Source: Health Care for Women International, 38(2), 111–117

  • Title: Phenomenon of depression and anxiety related to precautions for prevention among population during the outbreak of COVID-19 in Kurdistan Region of Iraq
    Authors: H. Blbas, K.F. Aziz, S.H. Nejad, A.A. Barzinjy
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 59
    Source: Journal of Public Health, 1–5

  • Title: An Application of Factor Analysis to Identify the Most Effective Reasons that University Students Hate to Read Books
    Authors: H. Blbas, K. Dler
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 37
    Source: International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change, 6(2), 251–265

  • Title: A comparison between Brown’s and Holt’s double exponential smoothing for forecasting applied generation electrical energies in Kurdistan Region
    Authors: A.W. Omer, H.T.A. Blbas, D.H. Kadir
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 34
    Source: Cihan University-Erbil Scientific Journal, 5(2), 56–63

  • Title: A Comparison results of factor analysis and cluster analysis to the migration of young people from the Kurdistan Region to Europe
    Authors: H. Blbas, M. Saman, O. Cheman
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 34
    Source: ZJPAS, 29(4), 44–55

  • Title: A Statistical Study of the Influence of COVID-19 on the Agricultural Supply Chain (Vegetative) Production in Halabja Governorate
    Authors: H. Blbas, S. Faraj, A. Ahmed
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 23
    Source: Cihan University-Erbil Scientific Journal (CUESJ), 6(1), 1–6

  • Title: Statistical Analysis for the Most Influential Reasons for Divorce between Men and Women in Erbil-Iraq
    Authors: H. Blbas
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 22
    Source: International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change, 6(2), 207–216

  • Title: Statistical analysis for the most influential reasons for divorce between men and women in Erbil-Iraq
    Authors: H. Blbas
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 18
    Source: Iraq International Journal

  • Title: Umbilical cord care knowledge and practice among sample of Kurdish women
    Authors: H.O. Saadi, H.S. Sdeeq, M.M. Hussein, H.T. Blbas, K. Qadir, S.M. Muhammed
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 17
    Source: Technium BioChemMed, 6, 41–55

  • Title: Factors contributing to vitamin D deficiency in Erbil, Iraq: A statistical investigation
    Authors: H.T.A. Blbas, W.T.S. Kahwachi, S.K. Ahmed, K.G. Aziz, S.M. Faraj, et al.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 6
    Source: Clinical Nutrition Open Science, 54, 151–162

  • Title: Descriptive Statistics
    Authors: H.T.A. Blbas
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 3
    Source: Recent Advances in Biostatistics

  • Title: A Comparison Between New Modification of Adaptive Nadaraya-Watson Kernel and Classical Adaptive Nadaraya-Watson Kernel Methods in Nonparametric Regression
    Authors: H.T.A. Blbas, W.T. Kahwachi
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 3
    Source: Cihan University-Erbil Scientific Journal, 5(2), 32–37

  • Title: Evaluation of significant factors influencing the survival time of breast cancer patients using the Cox regression model
    Authors: K.G. Aziz, H.T.A. Blbas, A.H. Tofiq
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 2
    Source: Journal of Public Health, 32(10), 1829–1834

  • Title: State of the Art in COVID-19 in the SAARC Countries and China using BATS, TBATS, Holt’s Linear and ARIMA Model
    Authors: P. Mishra, M. Abotaleb, K. Karakaya, A. Mostafa, H. Yonar, H.T.A. Blbas, et al.
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 2
    Source: Journal of Agriculture, Biology and Applied Statistics

  • Title: Key factors influencing delayed marriage: Insights from the Kurdistan region of Iraq—a Middle Easterner’s perspective
    Authors: H.T.A. Blbas, A.N. Ali, A.F. Saber
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 1
    Source: SN Social Sciences, 5(3), 1–14

  • Title: Climate Change Anxiety Symptoms in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
    Authors: S.J. Mohammed, S.M. Ahmed, M.Q. Qadr, H. Blbas, A.N. Ali, A.F. Saber
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 1
    Source: Journal of Pioneering Medical Sciences, 14, 23–30

  • Title: Density functional theory study on zigzag and armchair nanotubes of AlP for potential K-ion battery application
    Authors: B.V. Barahona, N. Ulloa, B.V. Barahona, A. Kumar, S.H. Zaki, M.A. Mustafa, H.T.A. Blbas, et al.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1
    Source: Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, 186, 111808

  • Title: The opinion and awareness of citizens on the commitment of bakers, butchers, and food sellers to health instructions and their application during COVID-19 outbreak
    Authors: Y. Galali, K.F. Aziz, H.T.A. Blbas, A.A. Jabbar
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 1
    Source: Cihan University-Erbil Scientific Journal, 7(2), 11–16

  • Title: Statistical Analysis About Negative Reasons of Summer Training at Salahaddin University Using Factor Analysis by SPSS
    Authors: H. Blbas
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 1
    Source: PRAGYA – The Progress in Multidisciplinary Research, pp. 64–69

  • Title: Student’s Knowledge and Practices Regarding Standard Use of The Mobile Phone at Cihan University-Erbil–Iraq
    Authors: H. Blbas
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 1
    Source: Journal of Al Rafidain University College, pp. 467–472

  • Title: Widespread Mental Health Impacts of COVID-19 on Iraq’s General Population: A Systematic Review
    Authors: S.K. Ahmed, D.R. Ahmed, R.H. Ibrahim, S. Hussein, H.T.A. Blbas, K.A. Mahmood, et al.
    Year: 2025
    Source: SAGE Open Nursing, 11

  • Title: The Impact of Organizational Integrity on Organizational Symmetry: An Analytical Study in the Public and Private Sectors
    Authors: Z.F. Sharif, K.O. Azam, S.A. Saeed, H.T.A. Blbas, S.M. Faraj, F.A. Mohammed, et al.
    Year: 2025
    Source: Academic Journal of International University of Erbil, 2(2), 129–142

  • Title: Factors affecting the decline in statistics department enrollment: A comparative study of statistics department students and twelfth-grade students
    Authors: H.T.A. Blbas, A.M. Kakil, Z.A. Ahmad, S.F. Ahmad
    Year: 2025
    Source: Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 11, 101464

📌 Conclusion

Dr. Hazhar Blbas exemplifies academic excellence, professional versatility, and research leadership 📚✨. With an international education, cross-disciplinary teaching roles, and a robust research agenda, he is shaping the future of statistical education and application in Iraq and beyond 🌍📘. His ability to bridge theory with practice through consultancy, mentorship, and public speaking underscores his influence in both academic and community circles 🎤👨‍🏫. Recognized through multiple awards and global engagements, Dr. Blbas stands out as a forward-thinking researcher who continually contributes to the development of knowledge and innovation in applied statistics. His journey reflects a lifelong commitment to empowering others through data, analysis, and evidence-driven insights 📊🧠📈.

Charalampos Patrikakis | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Charalampos Patrikakis | Data Science | Best Researcher Award

Director, Consert lab at University of West Attica Greece

Professor Charalampos Z. Patrikakis is a distinguished academic at the University of West Attica (UniWA), specializing in the design of interconnected electronic systems and data-driven services 📡💡. As Director of the Computer Network Services Research Laboratory and Chair of UniWA’s Innovation and Start-up Entrepreneurship Committee 🚀, he bridges advanced research with real-world impact. He leads the MSc Program in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning 🤖 and co-founded the spinoff THINGENIOUS, emphasizing tech transfer and innovation. A Senior Member and Distinguished Contributor of IEEE 🌐, he serves as Editor-in-Chief of IEEE IT Professional Magazine and actively mentors through IEEE Student Branch and global committees 🎓. His contributions span academia, policy, and innovation, positioning him as a thought leader in digital transformation, AI, and trustworthy systems 🔍📊.

Professional Profile 

🎓 Education

Professor Charalampos Z. Patrikakis holds a strong academic foundation in Electrical and Computer Engineering, having completed his undergraduate and graduate studies in Greece’s premier technical institutions 🏛️. His educational journey laid the groundwork for a deep engagement in networked systems, AI, and intelligent service design 🧠. Over the years, he has continued his intellectual development through participation in advanced research programs and postdoctoral initiatives, expanding his expertise into interdisciplinary domains. His commitment to lifelong learning is evident in his leadership of postgraduate programs and mentorship of early-career researchers 📘. This educational background not only supports his academic excellence but also empowers his contributions in innovation, policy, and industry-focused technological development 🎯.

💼 Professional Experience

With an extensive career in higher education and applied research, Professor Patrikakis serves as a Professor at the University of West Attica and Director of the Computer Network Services Research Laboratory 🖥️. He has previously led the Information Transmission-Processing and Networks Division and is currently Chair of UniWA’s Committee on Technology Transfer, Innovation, and Start-up Entrepreneurship 🚀. His experience also spans advisory roles in national policy, having served the Greek Deputy Minister of Development on research matters (2006–2007) 📋. He is Editor-in-Chief of IEEE IT Professional Magazine and actively contributes to IEEE global leadership as a Senior Member and Distinguished Contributor 🌍. His professional roles demonstrate his unique ability to bridge academia, innovation, and policy for technological advancement 🔧📡.

🔬 Research Interests

Professor Patrikakis’ research spans several cutting-edge fields including interconnected electronic systems, IoT architectures, data processing, and AI-driven service design 🤖📶. He is particularly interested in the trustworthiness of social networks, ethical AI, and the integration of deep learning algorithms into real-world applications 🌐. Through his leadership in the MSc Program in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning, he actively explores emerging topics in smart systems, adaptive learning, and secure network protocols 🔍🔐. His interdisciplinary focus bridges computing, communication systems, and human-centric applications, with a strong orientation toward technological impact and innovation. By leading national and international collaborations, he contributes to shaping future-ready digital ecosystems aligned with sustainable and ethical digital transformation goals 🌱📊.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Professor Patrikakis has received multiple honors recognizing his dedication to academia, innovation, and IEEE leadership 🏆. As a Senior Member of IEEE, Distinguished Contributor, and Distinguished Visitor of the IEEE Computer Society, he has earned global recognition for technical leadership and community engagement 🌍. He has also been appointed Chair of several key IEEE committees, including the Special Interest Group on Trustworthiness in Social Networks. His role as Editor-in-Chief of IEEE IT Professional Magazine further emphasizes the trust and esteem placed in him by the international research community 📝. These accolades highlight not only his academic and technical prowess but also his ability to inspire and lead in both educational and professional domains 🎖️.

🧪 Research Skills

Professor Patrikakis brings advanced research skills in system architecture design, data analytics, AI integration, and secure communications 🔐📊. His capabilities extend to managing large-scale research labs, supervising MSc and PhD students, and translating research into startups through successful commercialization strategies 🚀. He is proficient in applying machine learning and deep learning models to practical challenges, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation 💻🤝. He excels in project planning, grant acquisition, and strategic R&D management, positioning him as a leader in both theoretical and applied research. His editorial work and IEEE leadership roles also reflect strong skills in scientific communication, peer review, and community building 📚🌟.

Publications Top Note 📝

  • Title: A complete farm management system based on animal identification using RFID technology
    Authors: A.S. Voulodimos, C.Z. Patrikakis, A.B. Sideridis, V.A. Ntafis, E.M. Xylouri
    Year: 2010
    Citations: 385
    Source: Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 70(2), 380–388

  • Title: Distributed denial of service attacks
    Authors: C. Patrikakis, M. Masikos, O. Zouraraki
    Year: 2004
    Citations: 157
    Source: The Internet Protocol Journal, 7(4), 13–35

  • Title: A cooperative fog approach for effective workload balancing
    Authors: A. Kapsalis, P. Kasnesis, I.S. Venieris, D.I. Kaklamani, C.Z. Patrikakis
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 125
    Source: IEEE Cloud Computing, 4(2), 36–45

  • Title: PerceptionNet: A deep convolutional neural network for late sensor fusion
    Authors: P. Kasnesis, C.Z. Patrikakis, I.S. Venieris
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 48
    Source: Proceedings of the 2018 Intelligent Systems and Applications

  • Title: Cloud federation and the evolution of cloud computing
    Authors: D.G. Kogias, M.G. Xevgenis, C.Z. Patrikakis
    Year: 2016
    Citations: 37
    Source: Computer, 49(11), 96–99

  • Title: Deep learning empowered wearable-based behavior recognition for search and rescue dogs
    Authors: P. Kasnesis, V. Doulgerakis, D. Uzunidis, D.G. Kogias, S.I. Funcia, et al.
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 35
    Source: Sensors, 22(3), 993

  • Title: Application of blockchain technology in dynamic resource management of next generation networks
    Authors: M. Xevgenis, D.G. Kogias, P. Karkazis, H.C. Leligou, C. Patrikakis
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 33
    Source: Information, 11(12), 570

  • Title: Publish/subscribe over information centric networks: A Standardized approach in CONVERGENCE
    Authors: N.B. Melazzi, S. Salsano, A. Detti, G. Tropea, L. Chiariglione, A. Difino, et al.
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 32
    Source: Future Network & Mobile Summit

  • Title: Security and privacy in pervasive computing
    Authors: C. Patrikakis, P. Karamolegkos, A. Voulodimos, M.H. Abd Wahab, et al.
    Year: 2007
    Citations: 31
    Source: IEEE Pervasive Computing, 6(4), 73–75

  • Title: Cognitive friendship and goal management for the social IoT
    Authors: P. Kasnesis, C.Z. Patrikakis, D. Kogias, L. Toumanidis, I.S. Venieris
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 28
    Source: Computers & Electrical Engineering, 58, 412–428

  • Title: Toward a blockchain-enabled crowdsourcing platform
    Authors: D.G. Kogias, H.C. Leligou, M. Xevgenis, M. Polychronaki, E. Katsadouros, et al.
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 27
    Source: IT Professional, 21(5), 18–25

  • Title: On the benefits of deep convolutional neural networks on animal activity recognition
    Authors: E. Bocaj, D. Uzunidis, P. Kasnesis, C.Z. Patrikakis
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 24
    Source: International Conference on Smart Systems and Technologies, 83–88

  • Title: Autonomic communication
    Authors: A.V. Vasilakos, M. Parashar, S. Karnouskos, W. Pedrycz
    Year: 2009
    Citations: 23
    Source: Springer Science & Business Media

  • Title: Serious games: an attractive approach to improve awareness
    Authors: S. Sorace, E. Quercia, E. La Mattina, C.Z. Patrikakis, L. Bacon, G. Loukas, et al.
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 22
    Source: Community-Oriented Policing and Technological Innovations, 1–9

  • Title: Changing mobile data analysis through deep learning
    Authors: P. Kasnesis, C.Z. Patrikakis, I.S. Venieris
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 20
    Source: IT Professional, 19(3), 17–23

  • Title: An ontology-based smart production management system
    Authors: D.T. Meridou, A.P. Kapsalis, M.E.C. Papadopoulou, E.G. Karamanis, et al.
    Year: 2015
    Citations: 19
    Source: IT Professional, 17(6), 36–46

  • Title: Using personalized mashups for mobile location based services
    Authors: A.S. Voulodimos, C.Z. Patrikakis
    Year: 2008
    Citations: 19
    Source: International Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing Conference

  • Title: Intelligent performance prediction: the use case of a Hadoop cluster
    Authors: D. Uzunidis, P. Karkazis, C. Roussou, C. Patrikakis, H.C. Leligou
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 18
    Source: Electronics, 10(21), 2690

  • Title: Combating fake news with transformers: a comparative analysis of stance detection and subjectivity analysis
    Authors: P. Kasnesis, L. Toumanidis, C.Z. Patrikakis
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 18
    Source: Information, 12(10), 409

✅ Conclusion

Professor Charalampos Z. Patrikakis exemplifies the modern research leader—deeply scholarly, highly innovative, and globally engaged 🌐. His academic achievements, combined with real-world impact through innovation, mentorship, and professional service, mark him as a transformative figure in the fields of AI, IoT, and secure communication systems 🤖💡. With a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research, educational excellence, and societal relevance, he contributes meaningfully to shaping the future of digital technology and its applications 🚀. His balanced expertise in academia, industry, and policy makes him an ideal role model and a worthy candidate for high-level recognition, including the Best Researcher Award 🏅📈.