Speakers

Syed Muhammad Umer

Place of Birth : Lahore, Pakistan
Position : Lecturer, University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore
Field of study : Robotics, Control Systems, and Computational Engineering

Syed Muhammad Umer is a distinguished academic and researcher with over a decade of experience spanning Pakistan, China, and Germany. He holds a Master’s degree in Control Engineering from the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and a Bachelor’s in Industrial Electronics from NED University of Engineering & Technology. Renowned for his contributions to robotics, control systems, and computing education, Mr. Syed has published impactful research and actively participated in international scientific collaborations. His expertise has earned him invitations from prestigious institutions and global events. Currently serving as a Lecturer at the University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore, he is deeply engaged in teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development. Mr. Syed is also exploring innovative educational models and consultancy services to empower students worldwide. His academic stature and cross-cultural experience position him as a respected figure in the global scientific community.

• Ph.D. in Computer Science: University of Tübingen, Germany (Jan 2023 – Sep 2023)
• Ph.D. in Control Science and Engineering: University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China (Sep 2020 – Jan 2022)
• Ph.D. in Mechatronics and Control Engineering: University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore, Pakistan (Jan 2019 – Dec 2020)
• Master's in Control Engineering: University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China (Sep 2011 – Dec 2014)
• Bachelor's in Industrial Electronics Engineering: NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan (Jan 2004 – Jan 2008)

• Lecturer, Mechatronics & Control Engineering: University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore, Pakistan (Apr 2017 – Present)
• Lecturer, Electrical Engineering: Hajvery University, Lahore, Pakistan (Jun 2016 – Mar 2017)
• Researcher, Human-Centered Robotics Lab: KICS, UET Lahore, Pakistan (Jan 2019 – Dec 2020)
• Researcher, AI & Robotics in Precision Agriculture: LUMS, Lahore, Pakistan (Jan – Oct 2016)
• Researcher, Center for Intelligent and Bionic: SIAT, Shenzhen, China (Sep 2011 – Jan 2015)
• Assistant Engineer, R&D Department: Rimedyne Refrigeration System, Shenzhen, China (Jan – May 2015)
• Sales Support Engineer, Automation & Control: Manstock Engg. Co. (Pvt.) Ltd., Lahore, Pakistan (Jul 2008 – Aug 2011)

• Robotics, Control Systems, Computer Vision, and AI Applications
• Collaborative Robotics, SLAM Algorithms, Image Processing, and Fault-Tolerant Systems
• Teaching and Curriculum Development
• Grant Proposal Writing and International Academic Collaboration