About
Researcher, educator, and community leader
Hammam M. AlGhamdi
Assistant Professor
University of Jeddah
Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Jeddah, specializing in computational pathology, medical image analysis, and deep learning for healthcare. Granted a PhD's degree from the University of Warwick (UK) and a MSc's degree from Queen's University (Canada). Active in community leadership, holding advisory roles, and frequntly invited talks across academia and industry.
My academic journey has spanned three continents, from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah to Queen's University in Canada, to the University of Warwick in the UK. I believe this has shaped a perspective that values both rigorous scientific inquiry and real-world impact. I am deeply committed to making AI research accessible and relevant, not just within academia, but to clinicians, policymakers, and the broader public.
Beyond research and teaching, I serve in advisory and leadership roles across academic governance, nonprofit AI organisations, and national innovation initiatives in Saudi Arabia.
Research Interests
What I Do
Teaching & Learning
Mentoring students and shaping the next generation of AI practitioners.
AI Research
Advancing computational pathology, medical image analysis, and deep learning for healthcare.
Advisory & Leadership
Consulting for academic institutions, nonprofits, and national AI initiatives in Saudi Arabia.
Public Speaking
Sharing ideas on AI, technology, and innovation through invited talks and workshops.
Honors & Awards
October 2019
2nd Place – Lymph Node Detection Scientific Challenge (LYSTO)
Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention Conference (MICCAI 2019)
Developed an AI solution to detect and classify lymph node cells in histopathology images.
November 2020
Top Recognition – Makkah Digital Research & Innovation Portal
Government of Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia
A research project designing a drone-based AI platform for real-time Hajj crowd monitoring and analysis.
Supervised / Co-Supervised
May 2024
Gold Medal – ITEX 2024, Malaysia
International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX)
My Medical Reference: An AI app that transcribes and summarizes doctor–patient interactions during medical clinics.
May 2025
Gold Medal – ITEX 2025, Malaysia
International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX)
SpatialPass: An AI system enabling automated, queue-free crowd entry at major events, using BLE and advanced AI models. Now an active spin-off business.
Nov 2025
1st Place – SANS AI Cybersecurity Hackathon
SANS Institute (Global)
PEARL: A cybersecurity AI tool developed by a supervised student team. Won 1st place globally; the team subsequently signed employment contracts with SANS Institute.
Feb 2025
2nd Place – SDAIA ATHKA × KSU AI Bootcamp
Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) & King Saud University
AudioAid: An AI-driven audio accessibility solution for individuals with hearing impairments.
Community Leadership & Service
2025 – Present
AcademicConsultant
Governance & Compliance Department, University of Jeddah
Advise on institutional governance frameworks, regulatory alignment, and compliance initiatives within academic and administrative units.
2024 – Present
NonprofitConsultant & General Assembly Member
Synapse KSA
Nonprofit AI community-based organization supervised by SDAIA. Advise on strategy and lead engagement for national AI education and innovation initiatives.
2024 – Present
NonprofitCo-founder & General Assembly Member
MSAR
Nonprofit career development organization, Saudi Arabia. Advise on AI-focused career guidance, training programs, and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing AI talent development across sectors.
2024 – Present
Consultant
Maraya AlShabab
A youth-focused nonprofit platform supporting career development and skills exploration. Provided over 30 one-on-one career consultations focused on guidance in AI specializations and career pathways.
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2024 – Present
NonprofitAccredited Facilitator
Accredited facilitator delivering youth development programs focused on personal growth, leadership, and professional skills.
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AcademicChair, Student Project Committee
CCSE, University of Jeddah
Lead and oversee the final-year student projects across all undergraduate computing programs, ensuring alignment with academic standards and external innovation opportunities.
2023 – 2024
AcademicHead, Training Unit
CCSE, University of Jeddah
Directed training initiatives and partnerships, designed skill-development programs, and facilitated internship pathways for computing students.
Academic & Professional Timeline
2024 – Present
Assistant Professor
Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, KSA
Teaching Deep Learning (CCAI 435) and Machine Learning (CCAI 323). Leading research in computational pathology and medical image analysis.
2018 – 2023
PhD Researcher
University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
PhD in Computer Science with a focus on AI. Thesis: "Context Shift in Histology Image Analysis Using Advanced AI Tools." Also served as Lecturer at the University of Jeddah during this period (2017–2023).
2017 – 2023
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, KSA
Taught Artificial Intelligence (CPCS 331) and Operating Systems (CPIT 260).
2014 – 2016
MSc Researcher
Queen's University, Kingston, Canada
MSc in Computer Science with a focus on AI. Thesis: "Automated AI-based Approaches for Reducing the Execution Time of Performance Tests."
2011 – 2017
Teaching Assistant
King Abdulaziz University North Branch (then University of Jeddah), Jeddah, KSA
Lab instructor for Computer Organization and Architecture (CPCS 214) and Applied Math for Computing (CPCS 212).
2010 – 2011
IT Technician
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, KSA
Responsible for computer formatting, resolving networking issues, and maintaining software and hardware.