Researchers

Tim Wong, Ph.D., Professor, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (FAST): Dr. Wong holds a Ph.D. in networking from the University of Manchester and has over 30 years of experience in the areas of networking, security, IoT, cloud computing, enterprise software, and mobile devices. Before coming to Humber, Dr. Wong worked in roles of CTO, principal engineer, senior engineer in various technology companies.

Salomeh Ahmadi, BHSc, MBA, is a professor, consultant, researcher, and activist. She is interested in the areas related to equity-seeking groups, and the interrelations across community, justice, and socio-economics. Currently, she is leading a 3-year federally granted study on housing affordability and community-based participatory research. She teaches in fields of social services, child and youth care, police foundations, and community development. She is currently a Board Member with the International Centre of Art for Social Change ICASC. She has spoken at conferences and panels on various topics concerning community development and is open to partnerships and creative collaborations.

Maria Jacome is a Faculty Member of the Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning in Canada, where she teaches in the programs of Civil Engineering Technology and the B.Eng. of the Built Environment (the latter to start in Fall 2021). She holds a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences and a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Sciences and Engineering. As a professor, she has supervised undergraduate and graduate students in applied geophysics and civil and environmental engineering. In the past few years, she has been using shallow geophysical techniques, in particular, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), for geotechnical and environmental applications. She has led a series of projects, involving the Department of Capital Development and Facilities Management at Humber College and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).

A self-taught, full-stack developer, Adam Thomas teaches code at Humber Polytechnic. Adam has an M.A. in Learning & Technology from Royal Roads University and is a Humber alumnus.

Adam is developing three software applications related to coding and education: BrickMMO, LiveCode, and LiveCounter. He teaches coding languages HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python, and Node.js, as well as technologies such as Git, GitHub, Docker, React, Material, Firebase, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Laravel, and more. Adam enjoys research in SoTL and technology. His most recent projects relate to a new teaching methodology: Workplace Integrated Classroom(WIC) and using LEGO® bricks to build interactive educational experiences.

With over 16 years dedicated to teaching and research, Aqeela’s academic journey has been marked by significant contributions. Beginning as a PhD student at York University, she actively participated in various scholarly research endeavours. As a professor at Humber’s Longo Faculty of Business, Aqeela has become known for her ability to inspire a diverse student body.

Through her vibrant lectures, thought-provoking discussions, and practical research initiatives, she cultivates an environment conducive to learning and growth. Aqeela’s commitment to nurturing critical thinking skills has not only garnered her top evaluation rankings from students but also earned her the respect and admiration of colleagues and managers.

Cristina Alexandra Guerrero, PhD, is a runner and mom to a 17-year-old. She is a professor in the Bachelor of Child and Youth Care program at Humber Polytechnic, Lakeshore. Before joining Humber, she worked at the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) as a high school teacher, Equity Instructional Leader, and K-12 Learning Coach.

Dr. Guerrero holds an Hon. B.A. in Political Science and Spanish, a B.Ed. in Secondary Teaching of Social Sciences and Spanish, an M.A. in Spanish, and a PhD in Curriculum Studies and Teacher Development, all from the University of Toronto.

She is currently pursuing an L.L.M. in Constitutional Law at Osgoode Hall, York University.

Hanadi Alnawab is the Program Coordinator of the Digital Business Management B.Comm degree program at the Longo Faculty of Business. She is a passionate educator deeply committed to experiential learning and cross-program collaborative learning.

Hanadi seamlessly integrates these concepts into the design of her classes by partnering with industry clients to bring live case studies into her classroom, as well as collaborating with colleagues from other faculties and programs to provide multidisciplinary cross-program experiences to her students. Hanadi is engaged in a variety of academic and professional initiatives and enjoys sharing her experiences through conferences and industry events. Outside of her professional pursuits, she cherishes quality time with her son and husband, finding joy in travel, baking, and reading.

Louise Zimanyi is of French-Canadian and Hungarian descent and lives as a guest in Tkaronto/Toronto, Treaty 13 territory. As a professor and researcher, she is co-learning from and with the Land and wise teachers, co-transforming early childhood pedagogy and practice.

Co-author of a new children’s picture book with Mi’kmaw Elder Albert D. Marshall, Walking Together (Annick Press, 2023) introduces readers to the concept of Etuaptmumk, the gift of multiple perspectives in the Mi’kmaw language, also known as Two-Eyed Seeing in English. Braiding the strengths of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives, the story follows a group of young children connecting to nature as teacher, nurturing respectful, reciprocal and responsible relationships for the benefit of all, including our eco-kin.

Parisa Pouladzadeh completed her PhD at the University of Ottawa in 2017. During her postdoctoral research, she collaborated with industry across various domains, encompassing areas such as colour image analysis techniques using digital pathology imagery and modelling clock network dynamics using RNN models.

Parisa serves as a faculty member and program coordinator for the AI graduate certificate at Humber’s Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology. She actively participates in both research and applied projects, focusing primarily on AI-related endeavours. Parisa has contributed to scholarly publications, including journal articles and conference papers. Additionally, she holds a patent and has received numerous awards for her work.

Prabhpreet Sidhu, MMA, is the Vice-President of Data and MarTech at The Mars Agency and is a professor of Big Data at Humber Polytechnic. With over 12 years of experience, his expertise spans developing data analytics solutions across the CPG, Telecom, and Tech sectors. Prabhpreet excels at merging technology with business to extract actionable insights and has also led his team to international recognition, winning top spots in several global AI hackathons representing Canada. He has patented an innovative AI-based solution for managing traffic lights autonomously, showcasing his ability to apply advanced technology in impactful ways.

Rameen Sabet is a professor at the Longo Faculty of Business at Humber Polytechnic, teaching in both the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Graduate Certificate Program and the Paralegal Diploma Program.

Rameen spent nearly ten years working as a mediator and program advisor at Tribunals Ontario. He holds a Master of Public Policy, Administration and Law from York University, where he focused his primary research on evaluating the effectiveness of Ontario adjudicative tribunals

In 2023, alongside his Primary Investigator and ADR Post Graduate Certificate Program Coordinator, Mary Lee, they published Ontario’s first-ever study on ADR practitioners. Their new project expands the scope nationwide in another first-ofits-kind research study.

Yasemin Fanaeian, PhD, brings over 15 years of academic experience across university and college environments. Her educational background includes a BS in Computer Engineering, an MS in Software Engineering and a PhD in Management Information Systems. Her instructional emphasis revolves around fostering innovation and project development, empowering students to identify community needs and devise solutions.

Yasemin has facilitated constructive partnerships between academia and the professional sphere. Her involvement in applied research projects, serving as both primary investigator and internal stakeholder, highlights her commitment to advancing practical knowledge. Yasemin has experience leading faculty and students in the role of program coordinator for over ten years in various institutions.