dr rkh

Profile Summary
Senior Lecture at university of the west of England and former Associate Professor at Golestan
University, with over 27 years of experience spanning UK and international higher education.
Currently Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering at the University of the West of England
(UWE), Bristol, and lead of the ISAAC (Intelligent System and Adaptive Control) research theme.
Previously served as Dean and Head of the Electrical Department and Programme Developer and
Founder of MSc Mechatronics programmes, with responsibility for academic strategy, staffing,
curriculum innovation, research development, and external engagement.
An internationally recognised researcher with more than 27 years of multidisciplinary experience
in Biomechanics and Bio-Inspired Design, specialising in rehabilitation robotics, wearable
assistive technologies, and knee and elbow exoskeleton systems. Expertise includes the design
and control of exoskeletons, soft robotic gloves, rehabilitation systems, and industrial
automation solutions for medical and industrial applications.
Highly experienced MSc-level educator, delivering advanced modules in robotics, embedded
systems, sensors, and advanced control systems. Technically proficient in Python-based robotic
programming using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and ESP32, with a strong record of supervising
student research published in high-impact journals, including Elsevier Mechatronics.
Author of 68+ peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as IEEE, Elsevier, Springer,
Wiley, and IET, with 9 competitive research grants, a patent, and multiple academic awards.
Proven leadership in research strategy, curriculum development, REF-aligned research
mentoring, and Industry 4.0-driven, digitally enabled education.
Currently Theme Lead for ISAAC (Intelligent Systems and Adaptive Control) at UWE Bristol,
driving interdisciplinary research, mentoring REF research teams, and advancing impactful
academic programmes. Highly experienced in supervising PhD, MSc, and BSc researchers, leading
multidisciplinary teams, and operating within UK and Middle Eastern higher-education
regulatory frameworks. Recognised for a student-centred, inclusive leadership style, strong
financial and operational management, and a sustained record of excellence in strategic planning
and academic quality assurance