Dr. Muhammad Azhar is a distinguished researcher and educator with a strong background in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Mining, and Computer Vision. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Director of the Big Data Laboratory at Hong Kong Shue Yan University, he brings a wealth of experience from academia and industry. His research spans complex data clustering, medical image processing, and AI-driven predictive analytics. With an impressive academic journey, Dr. Azhar has held key teaching and research positions at renowned institutions, including Chosun University, South Korea, and COMSATS University Islamabad. He has supervised numerous research scholars, published high-impact journal papers, and contributed to significant funded projects in artificial intelligence and data science. His work on multi-modal data analysis and advanced clustering techniques has been widely recognized. Beyond research, Dr. Azhar is passionate about mentoring students and shaping the future of AI-driven technologies. His expertise in developing intelligent systems, combined with his dedication to fostering innovation, makes him a leading figure in the field of Applied Data Science.