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Dr. Mona Nasr is currently Assistant Professor at the Department of Information systems, Faculty of Computers and Information, Helwan University at Cairo, Egypt. She is involved in the field of research in Mobile Agents, Information Security and Software Engineering, e-Learning, Conceptual Mapping, BI, GIS, etc. She is also active in arranging many national/international conferences. She is actively involved in social work for the needy and championing the cause for that. Her comments on Facebook reveal her softer and philosophical mind.

She has shown interest to become international examiner for research activities at our institute.

Yogesh K. Upadhyaya from Chronicle spoke with her for her teaching and research work:

 

  (Dr. Mona Nasr)

Q-1: Welcome, Madam. Please introduce yourself to our readers.

I was born in Cairo, Egypt in a family of 4 members. My father worked as a manager of at National Bank of Egypt (he died in 1990). My mother worked as consultant at Ministry of Finance, Sales Tax Authority (retired now) and my sister (4 yr younger) is working as a translator.

I attended primary school at Notre Dam Des Apotres School and secondary school at Al Salam College. I obtained BA (accounting) in 1992 from Ain Shams University. I did my diploma in “computers in commercial applications” in 1997 from Ain Shams University. Finally, I got M.Sc. (2000) and PhD (2006) in Information Systems from Helwan University. For M.Sc., my thesis was “Towards an Information System for Development of Student Hostel in Egyptian Universities” and for PhD, it was “Proposed Paradigm for Securing Software Mobile Agent Systems”.

I chose the field of Information technology/ I worked in the field at various positions and I was curious to know and study all the technologies related to my working field; hence I completed my diploma that was my 1^st post graduate academic level successfully and joined to the other till I finished my Ph.D.

Since 2007, I am working as Assistant Professor in the Information Systems Department, Faculty of Computers and Information at Helwan University, Ain Helwan, Egypt. Before that, I worked for few years as Assistant professor at Misr University for Science & Technology; and the Institute of Studies and Statistical Researches, Cairo University. Prior to that (since 1994), I worked as Database Administrator and Analyst Programmer at Ministry of Finance.

Q-2: Please tell us about your current job as Assistant Professor at Helwan University.

My current job at Helwan University involves supervising M.Sc. and Ph.D. Theses, supervising many graduate-level projects, teaching several courses for under graduate level (general, software engineering students) and postgraduates level (diploma and master students). I also teach at section BIS (Business Information Systems) at Faculty of Commerce, Helwan University.

 Besides teaching at Helwan University, I also teach at Faculty of Information Technology, Misr University for Science and Technology and Center of Excellence in Scientific and Technological - Military Production for post graduate students (diploma). I am also Manager of Exam Unit at Faculty of Computers and Information, Helwan University.

Q-3: You have research interest in a wide range of information technology.

My areas of interest are:

Mobile Computing, Intelligent Agents & Multi-agent Systems, Agent Based Information Systems, Human Computer Interaction, Ontological Analysis in Systems Analysis & Design, Ontology Driven Information Systems, Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence Based Decision Support Applications, Geographic Information Systems, Geographic & Location Based Technologies for Decision Support, Data Warehouse, Web Mining, Conceptual Representation, Human Conceptual System, Cognitive Tools, Bioinformatics, Methods Tools & Techniques for Medical Information, Information Systems & technology for mobile commerce & services, Mobile Commerce Strategy & Behavioral Issues, Information Systems Security, Information Visualization,  Data Base, Interface & Database Design, Software Engineering, e-Government Systems: Development and Evaluation, E-Services: e-commerce, e-payment, mobile banking, e-Learning, Computer aided language learning, Business Process Reengineering.

Following are my recently published Research Papers:

- Effect of Using a Graphical Conceptual Representation Tool on Student Understanding, In the Proceeding of the 5th International Conference, ICSRA, Cairo University, 22-24 Dec '09.

- E-Learning based system for medical transactions, In the Proceedings of The Seventh International Knowledge, Economy, and Management Congress, CKEM’09, Yalova, Turkey, 30-31Oct. and 1Nov. 2009.

- A Performance Evaluation for Conceptual Representation Tools, presented at the 4th International M3C Workshop on ‘Interaction with Content’, IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT), Riga, Latvia, July 2009.

- Mobile Agent Interactive role in e-Learning Environment, In the Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on e-Learning Applications, AUC, Jan. 10 - 12, 2009.

-Moodle: Establishing New Egyptian Educational Communities, 15^th Scientific Conference for Information Systems and Computer Technology, “E-Learning Communities and Educational Software Development”, Egypt, 26-28 Feb. ’08.

- A Simulation-based Model for Tracing the Effect of Denial of Service Security Threat in Mobile Agent Systems, In the Proceedings of The Fourth Annual Conference of Learning International Networks Consortium, “Technology-Enabled Education: A Catalyst for Positive Change”, MIT LINC 2007, Jordan, Oct. 2007.

- A Proposed  Framework for using Mobile Agents in Learning and Diagnosing Medical Data, In the Proceedings of The Fourth Annual Conference of Learning International Networks Consortium, “Technology-Enabled Education: A Catalyst for Positive Change”, MIT LINC 2007, Jordan, Oct. 2007.

- A Simulation-based Model for Tracing the Effect of Masquerading Security Threat  in Mobile Agent Systems, In the proceeding of the 13^th International Conference on Artificial Applications, ICAIA’05, American University in Cairo(AUC), Egypt, Feb. 2005.

- e-Learning: Between Extensibility and Security, In the proceeding of the 12^th Scientific Conference for Information Systems and Computer Technology (ESISACT), “E-Learning and Knowledge Age”, Sadat Academy for Management Sciences, Cairo, Egypt, Feb. 2005.

- Security Models of e-Payment Records: A Comparison Study, In the proceeding of the 11^th Scientific Conference for Information Systems and Computer Technology (ESISACT), “Citizens and Electronic Records: The Memory of Information Society”, Sadat Academy for Management Sciences, Cairo, Egypt, Feb. 2004.

- e-Learning: between theory and practice, ", In the Proceeding of the MES 7th International Conference Management Traits Amid Information and Communication Technologies, Cairo, Egypt, Dec. 2003.

Q-4: Please tell us about your personal life.

I am a member of the following boards/institutions:

Member:  of the Third World Organization for Women in Science (TWOWS).

Member: of the Egyptian Society for Information Systems and Computers Technology.

Member:  of the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA).

Member: of the Society for Arab Open Source Business Egyptian.

I have joined the many NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) for public services helping charity works (helping Orphans,  helping widowed or divorced women, helping disabled students, etc.)

My mission is to spread goodness and serve humanity

Favorite  site: http://www.thawab.net

Favorite Quotations:

***** Excellence can be obtained if you:

          Care more than others think is wise;

          Risk more than others think is safe;

          Dream more than others think is practical;

          Expect more than others think is possible.

**** Shoot for the moon, even if you miss it, you will land among the stars.

Interests:

Running, Aerobics and Reading.

Madam, it was nice talking to you.

Dr. Mona Nasr can be reached at: drmona_nasr@yahoo.com

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Education of Dr. Mona Nasr

*BA in Commerce (accounting) from Ain Shams University, Egypt in 1992

*High Diploma in “Computers in Commercial Applications” from Ain Shams University, Egypt in 1997

*M.Sc. in Information Systems from Helwan University, Egypt in 2000

*PhD in Information Systems from Helwan University, Egypt in 2006

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C.V. of Dr. Mona Nasr*

Dr. Mona Nasr’s Summary

From LinkedIn

Dr. Mona Nasr is currently assistant professor at the department of information systems, faculty of computers and Information, Helwan University. She was born in Cairo, Egypt. She received the B.A. degree in Commerce major accounting from faculty of commerce, Ain Shams University, Egypt, 1992. She also received High diploma in "Computers in Commercial Applications", from faculty of commerce, Ain Shams University, Egypt, 1997. M. Sc. degree in information systems from faculty of computers and information, Helwan University, Egypt, 2000. PhD degree in information systems from faculty of computers and information, Helwan University, Egypt, 2006, Dissertation Topic: A Proposed Paradigm for Securing Software Mobile Agent Systems.

Dr. Mona has published many articles in international journals and conferences in the area of Mobile Agents, information security, software engineering, e-Learning, and conceptual mapping she participated in organizing many conferences and workshops, and she is an active reviewer for numerous international journals.

Dr. Mona Nasr’s Specialties:

Mobile Computing, Intelligent Agents & Multi-agent Systems, Agent Based Information Systems, Human Computer Interaction, Ontological Analysis in Systems Analysis & Design, Ontology Driven Information Systems, Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence Based Decision Support Applications, Geographic Information Systems, Geographic & Location Based Technologies for Decision Support, Data Warehouse, Web Mining, Conceptual Representation, Human Conceptual System, Cognitive Tools, Bioinformatics, Methods Tools & Techniques for Medical Information, Information Systems & technology for mobile commerce & services, Mobile Commerce Strategy& Behavioral Issues, Information Systems Security, Information Visualization,  Data Base, Interface & Database Design, Software Engineering, e-Government Systems: Development and Evaluation, E-Services: e-commerce, e-payment, mobile banking, e-Learning, Computer aided language learning, Business Process Reengineering

Additional Information

Joined the Technical Program Committee of the IWESA’09, Second International Workshop on Electronic Systems and Applications that has been held in conjunction with Third International Conference on New Technologies, Mobility and Security 2009 (NTMS 2009) is technically sponsored by IFIP TC6 WG and by IEEE.

*Joined the Editorial Board of MASAUM Journal of Computing (MJC)

*Joined the editorial board of the International Journal of Computer Science, Engineering, Technologies and Applications (IJCSETA).

*Joined the international review committee of the Academy Publisher, Journal of Software.

*Joined the international review committee of the Tabindah Publishing, Information and Communication Technology Advance computing and communication journal.

*Joined the international review committee of the Fifth International Workshop on SOA & Web Services Best Practices, Oct. 21st 2007, OOPSLA, Montreal, Canada 

*Shared in preparing the annual evaluation report for faculty of Information Technology, Misr University for Science and Technology, according to the Quality and assurance and Accreditation Project

*Shared in the training course for Jordanian Sudanese College for Science & Technology, Computer Science Department that was held at Misr University for Science and Technology, Egypt, 2006 & 2007.

 *Teaching at one of AID- projects- Agriculture Led to Export (ALEB) systems analysis, 2002.

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Additional links:

1) About Dr. Mona Nasr on Helwan University website

http://helwan.academia.edu/MonaNasr

 

 2) Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt

http://www.helwan.edu.eg/english/

A New Vision For University Education in Egypt

 

 

    About Helwan University  

Helwan University is a university of technology and applications; it possesses all the factors of distinction and diversity. It is considered to be a unique model among Egyptian Universities as it encompasses Arts, Fine arts, Applied arts, Art education, Music education and Physical Education Faculties. Being within the heart of an industrial community, Helwan University is considered a unique model among Egyptian universities in general. It comprises 18 faculties as well as 50 research centers and productive units which connect the university with the problems of the Egyptian society. Helwan University was born as a giant, because in comparison to other Egyptian universities Helwan University possesses distinctive specializations. Because Helwan University lies inside the heart of the industrial community at Helwan, it represents a unique model among Egyptian universities in general. It is a university of technology; it possesses all the factors of distinction and diversity.  3) Helwan University in Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helwan_University Helwan University is a public Egyptian university and a member of the (Egyptian) Supreme Council of Universities. It's based in Ain Helwan, Helwan, Egypt. A relatively new university compared to other older Egyptian universities such as Cairo University and Ain Shams University, in July 26, 1975, Helwan University was established by Act No. 70 of 1975. Helwan University started first as separate faculties in different small campuses, later the university faculties was gathered in one main campus (with few exceptions) in Ain Helwan, Helwan. It includes a variety of unique faculties amongst other Egyptian universities (Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Applied Arts, and Faculty of Music). Also, Faculty of Fine Arts, physical education for boys and girls, domestic economy were the first of their disciplines in Egypt. Other universities in Egypt started similar ones later on. Helwan University (established July 26, 1975) is a public university based in Helwan in Egypt. It comprises 18 faculties as well as 50 research centers. Generally, it is known for its engineering trend. It's very famous for its Faculties of Engineering (there are two of them), The Faculty of Commerce And Business Administration that contain unique and special departments like foreign trade, international relations and business information systems, a Faculty of Computers & Information. Also, it has a Faculty of Pharmacy which is known to be the first clinical pharmacy in Egypt while it has no Faculty of Medicine and many specialized faculties.

4) Dr. Mona Nasr’s notes on Face Book

 

 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dr-Mona-Nasr/47726712911#!/notes/dr-mona-nasr/be-bold-when-you-looseand-be-calm-when-you-win/48120549999

Be bold when you loose

And be calm when you win.

 Monday, February 2, 2009 at 10:59am

Heated gold becomes ornament. Beaten copper becomes wires.

Depleted stone becomes statue. So the more pain you get in life you become more valuable.

انصهار الذهب يحيله الى تحفه

طرق النحاس يحيله اسلاكا

نحت الصخر يحيله الى مجسما

كل ما زادا عليك الألم في الحياه كل ما زادت قيمتك

 

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