Samy Mahmoud

Samy A. Mahmoud
President (pro tempore) of Carleton University
In office 2006–2008
Chancellor of the University of Sharjah
In office 2008–2013
Personal details
Alma mater	Carleton University Ain Shams University

Samy A. Mahmoud was the 5th chancellor of University of Sharjah (2008-2013), and formerly the acting president of Carleton University (2006-2008).

Biography

Samy A. Mahmoud was the 5th chancellor of the University of Sharjah (2008-2013). Previously, he served as the acting president of Carleton University, appointed in November, 2006, after the resignation of David W. Atkinson.[1] He is at present professor of systems and computer engineering at Carleton University, leading a research group on sensor technologies and platforms.[2]

Dr. Mahmoud graduated from Carleton University in 1975 with a doctorate in electrical engineering. He has served various roles at Carleton, including acting provost, vice-president (academic), dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Design and chair of the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering.

Honors and awards

• Mahmoud was the recipient of IEEE Canada's McNaughton Award in 2024,[3] recognizing his work on digital speech processing, wireless networks, and pioneering contributions in other technologies.

See also

• List of Canadian university leaders

References

1. "Carleton University president quits". CBC News. 21 Nov 2006. Retrieved 17 Dec 2016.
2. "Samy A. Mahmoud - Center for Research on Integrated Sensors Platforms". Retrieved Dec 17, 2016.
3. "IEEE Canada Awards Receipients 2024" (PDF). Retrieved Aug 30, 2024.

External links

• University of Sharjah Website
• Carleton University's Website
• List of Samy Mahmoud's publications at IEEE Xplore