Directeur du Laboratoire
Dr. Bessam Abdulrazak
Professor, Department of Computer Science
Director of AMI-Lab
Professor Abdulrazak’s research focuses on the personalization of adaptive computer systems, ambient intelligence, pervasive computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). His current projects particularly focus on developing assistive technologies for users, especially elderly and frail individuals, to support them in their daily living environment. He has a particular interest in interdisciplinary research for the design, implementation, and evaluation of technological solutions in real-world settings.
Contact Information
Email: Bessam . Abdulrazak @ USherbrooke . ca
Phone: 819 821-8000, ext. 62860
Fax: 819 821-8200
Office: D4-2008
Academic Profiles
Education
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Florida (2005-2007)
- Ph.D. Computer Science, National Institute of Telecommunications – University of Evry (2004)
- M.Sc. Robotics, Paris VI (2000)
- Engineer (~Bachelor of Engineering) in Electronics – Control (Engineering Diploma), University of Science and Technology Houari Boumediene (USTHB), Algeria, September 1997
Research Areas
- Internet of Things (IoT) / Ambient Intelligence / Ubiquitous and Pervasive Computing.
- Intelligent Environments/ Smart Home / Smart City.
- Digital health
- Aging in place / Healthy Aging / Assistive Technology.
- Human Machine Interaction/ Personalization
- Context Awareness/ Adaptation
- Unobtrusive health monitoring
- Behavior & Activity detection