Dr Komal Masroor
- Lecturer
- School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence
Biography
Dr Komal Masroor is currently a Lecturer in the School of Engineering and Technology at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ University, Malaysia. She obtained her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Malaysia, specializing in Visible Light Communication (VLC), Body Area Networks, and Optical Wireless Systems for Remote Patient Monitoring.
Dr Masroor brings over fifteen years of academic and research experience in the domains of telecommunications, signal processing, and communication systems. Prior to joining ºìÐÓÊÓƵ University, she served as an Assistant Professor at NED University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan, where she contributed to both teaching and curriculum development in courses such as Digital Image Processing, Communication Systems, and Digital Logic Design.
Her research interests encompass optical wireless communication, human body communication, computer vision, and deep learning-based biomedical signal analysis. Dr. Masroor has published extensively in reputable international journals and conferences, including IEEE Access, Cognitive Neurodynamics, and the IEEE Sensors Journal.
Her current work focuses on the design of intelligent, energy-efficient, and health-oriented communication systems, integrating engineering innovation with applications in digital healthcare and human–machine interaction.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia (2022)
- Master of Engineering in Telecommunications Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan (2013)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunications Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan (2009)
Research Interests
- Image Processing & Computer Vision
- Optical Wireless Communications
- Machine learning/ Deep learning
- Body Sensor Networks
- Visible Light Communication
- Human Body Communication
Teaching Areas
- Programming Principles
- Computer Networks
- Digital Image Processing
- Digital Logic Design
- Communication Systems
- Signals and Systems
- Basic Electronics
- Engineering drawing
Courses Taught
- Programming Principles
- Computer Networks
Notable Publications
- Masroor, K., Khan D. M., Khan H. R., Arshad K., Assaleh, K. (2024)
Deciphering Default Mode Network Dynamics in Alcohol Use Disorder through Directed Transfer Function Analysis of EEG, IEEE Access.
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being - Huda, S., Khan, D. M., Masroor, K., Rashid, A., & Shabbir, M. (2024)
Advancements in automated diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder through deep learning and resting-state functional MRI biomarkers: a systematic review, Cognitive Neurodynamics.
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being - Rahman, N., Khan, D. M., Masroor, K., Arshad, M., Rafiq, A., & Fahim, S. M. (2024)
Advances in brain–computer interface for decoding speech imagery from EEG signals: a systematic review, Cognitive Neurodynamics.
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
→ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure - Khan, D. M., Masroor, K., Jailani, M. F. M., Yahya, N., Yusoff, M. Z., & Khan, S. M. (2022)
Development of wavelet coherence EEG as a biomarker for diagnosis of major depressive disorder, IEEE Sensors Journal.
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being - Masroor, K., Mumtaz, S., Drieberg, M., & Jeoti, V. (2022)
Optical wireless communication based wireless body area network for remote patient monitoring, in International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Smart Community (AISC 2020), Springer Nature.
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
→ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure - Mumtaz, S., Aziz, A. A., & Masroor, K. (2022)
On the Performance of MIMO-UVLC System over Turbulence-induced Fading Channels, in AISC 2020, Springer Nature.
→ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure - Masroor K., Jeoti V., Drieberg M., Cheab S., Rajbhandari S. (2021)
A Heuristic Approach for Optical Transceiver Placement to Optimize SNR and Illuminance Uniformities of an Optical Body Area Network, Sensors, 21(9):2943.
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
→ SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
→ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure - Masroor, K., Jeoti, V., & Drieberg, M. (2019)
Analysing the Effects of LED Lamp Arrangements on Performance of an Indoor Visible Light Communication System, IEEE 14th Malaysia International Conference on Communication (MICC).
→ SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
→ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure - Masroor, K., Jeoti, V., & Drieberg, M. (2018)
Improving the Energy Efficiency of a Wireless Body Area Network Using a Redundant Coordinator for Healthcare Applications, IEEE International Conference on Intelligent and Advanced Systems (ICIAS).
→ SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
→ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
→ SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Achievements & Accolades
- Design and Development of EEG-based Cursor Control System — FYDP Supervisor, Pakistan (2025), Funded Amount: PKR 70,000
- Emotion Detection in Autikids — FYDP Supervisor, Pakistan (2024), Funded Amount: PKR 50,000
- FYDP titled "Design and Development of EEG-Based Cursor Control to Enhances Digital Accessibility for Individuals with Motor Impairments." listed as best final year project from Telecommunications department by UAFA, NEDUET (2025)
- FYDP titled "Automated diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder using deep learning and resting-state functional MRI biomarkers" listed as best final year project from Telecommunications department by UAFA, NEDUET (2024)
- Won graduate research assistance (GRA) from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Mayasia for PhD
Professional Associations
- Pakistan Engineering Council (Lifetime Membership)
- The Institution of Engineers, Pakistan