Dr. Himat Shah
R&D (AI & Machine Learning) Expert
Centria University of applied Sciences, Ylivieska Finland
Phone: +358465840099 | Email: himat.shah@centria.fi
About Me
Dr. Himat Ali Shah is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Turku, Finland, and holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Eastern Finland, Joensuu.
Living in Finland for the past eight years, he has accumulated more than a decade of teaching, research, and professional experience, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Analysis.
His career is distinguished by the development of innovative keyword extraction methods and contributions to high-impact AI research projects. Dr. Shah actively bridges academia and industry, creating data-driven solutions with real-world relevance. Beyond research and teaching, he runs a YouTube channel dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and emerging technologies, sharing insights and tutorials to engage wider audiences and support continuous learning.
Dr. Shah hold a PhD in Computer Science, specializing in machine learning, which I completed in 2022 at the University of Eastern Finland’s School of Computing. My research focuses on data science and web content mining, and I have developed four methods for language-dependent and independent keyword extraction. My research group, based in Joensuu, is dedicated to advancing machine learning applications in these fields.
Proficient in Python, SQL, R, and web technologies, Dr. Shah is dedicated to leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to deliver actionable insights, promote innovation, and generate meaningful impact across diverse sectors.
Skilled in Python, SQL, R, and web technologies, I thrive in environments that bridge academia and industry. My goal is to leverage AI and machine learning to create actionable insights and drive meaningful change.
Lets connect to discuss opportunities, research collaborations, or projects in AI and data science!.
Research Areas
- Machine learning
- Data science
- Web content mining
- Artifical Intelligence
- Keyword extraction
- Big data analytics
Work Experience
| Position | Company | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AI Expert | Centria University of Applied Sciences, Ylivieska, Finland | 24.10.2024 - Present |
| Senior Researcher (Part Time) | Software Engineering Department Turku University | 24.11.24 - 31.12. 2024 |
| Lecture (IT) (Part Time) | Kajani University of Applied Sciences, Online | 02.11.2024 - Present |
| Senior Researcher (Full Time) | Software Engineering Department Turku University (Dining Flow) | 2023 - 2024 |
| Database Programmer | SiunSote Centeral Hospital Joensuu, Finland | 2020 - 2022 |
| Assistant Professor (IT) | IT Department Quaid-e-awam university of engineering, science & technology, Nawabshah, Pakistan | 2016 - 2018 |
| Lecturer (IT) | IT department Quaid-e-awam university of engineering, science & technology, Nawabshah, Pakistan | 2014 - 2016 |
| Principal SZABIST (IT) | SZABIST, IT institute Nawabshah, Pakistan | 2013 - 2014 |
| Counter Products | Zte, London, United Kingdom | 2012 - 2013 |
| Oracle Trainer | SZABIST, IT institute Hyderabad, Pakistan | 2009 - 2010 |
| Principal (IT) | Community Technology Center, Noshahroferoze, Pakistan | 2007 - 2009 |
Skills
Machine Learning
- Python
- R
- NLP
- C
- NodeJs
Web Development
- HTML
- CSS
- Vanilla JavaScript
- React
- React Native
Databases
- SQL Server
- Oracle
- MongoDB
- Qlik Sense
- PowerBI
Coding Projects
Keyword Extraction
JavaScript
React & React Native
Education
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Postdoc in Data Science Computer Science | University of Turku, Finland | 2023 - 2024 |
| PhD in Data Science Computer Science | School of Computing, University of Eastern Finland, Joensuu | 2018 - 2022 |
| Masters in Information Technology (IT) | IT department QUEST, Nawabshah, Pakistan | 2014 - 2016 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | University of Wales Cardiff,Wales , United Kingdom | 2010 - 2012 |
| PGD Level-7 | City College of London, United Kingdom | 2010 - 2010 |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | University of Sindh Jamshoro, Pakistan | 2004 - 2008 |
Trainings
- Is Programming for Me?
Riveria School Joensuu (TE office Finland) 2.2023 - 04.2024
| Programming Name | Months | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Python | 2.0 | Excellent |
| HTML & CSS | 1.3 | Excellent |
| AWS | 1.0 | Good |
| React | 0.5 | Going On |
| PowerBI | 2.0 | Very Good |
| SQL | 2.0 | Upcoming |
Certifications
- Oracle 10g DBA Certified, 2012
- ILETS 6.5
- GRE 293/320
Publications
Journal Articles
- H. Shah, E. Saarela, T. Korkeakangas, T. Pitkäaho, "A Comprehensive Review on Automatic Defect Detection in Wooden Surface Inspection," Submitted to Journal of Wood Science, Springer Open, 2025. Read
- H. Shah, N. Myller, C. Islas Sedano, "Forecasting daily customer flow in restaurants: a multifactor machine learning approach," Journal of Applied Computing and Intelligence, AIMS Press, 2025. Read, youtube > Read
- C. Zhou, C. Wang, H. Hassan, H. Shah, B. Huang, P. Franti, "Bayesian inference for data-efficient, explainable, and safe robotic motion planning: A review" , arXiv preprint arXiv:2307.08024, 2023. Read
- H. Shah, S. Ahmed, A. Sathio, and A. Burdi, "W-rank: A keyphrase extraction method for webpage based on linguistics and DOM-base features", In VAWKUM Transactions on Computer Sciences, 2023 ISSN(e): 2308-8168, ISSN(p): 2411-6335, 2023. Read
- H. Shah, and P. Frant, "Combining statistical, structural, and linguistic features for keyword extraction from web pages," In Journal of Applied Computing and Intelligence Aims press, 2022. Read, youtube
- A. Laghari, H. He, S. Karim, H. Shah, and N. K. Karn, "Quality of Experience Assessment of Video Quality in Social Clouds," Wireless Communications and Mobile, 2017. Read
- A. Khan, A. Burdi, S. Awan, H. Shah, F. A. Abbasi,"Image Segmentation Approach Using Python OpenCV to Detect Tuberculosis,"In Sindh University journal, Vol. 51 (01) pp. 135-140,2019. Read
- M. A. Shah, H. U. Pathan, H. Shah, W. A. Shah,"Effects of SMS Texting on Academic Writing Skills of Undergraduate Students at a Public Sector University in Pakistan," In Journal of Literature, Languages and Linguistics, Vol.75, ISSN 2422-8435, 2021. Read
Conference Articles
- H. Shah, M.U.S Khan, P. Fränti,"H-Rank: A keywords extraction method from web pages using POS tags," IEEE International Conference on Industrial Informatics (INDIN), Helsinki, 2019. Read, Hrank, youtube Python Code
- H. Shah, M. Rezaei, P. Fränti, "DOM-based keyword extraction from web pages," In Proceedings of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence (AIIPCC), Information Processing and Cloud Computing, 2019. Read, Drank
- H. Shah, R. Mariescu-Istodor and P. Fränti, "WebRank: Language-Independent Extraction of Keywords from Webpages," In IEEE International Conference on Progress in Informatics and Computing (PIC), 2021, pages 184-192. Read, WebRank
Thesis Book
Automatic keyword extraction for webpages. Read thesisYouTube Online Lectures
Curated playlists from my channel—lectures, projects, and practical walkthroughs.
Data Analytics 2
View full playlistData Analysis 1 – Complete Course
View full playlistYOLO Model
View full playlistKeyword Extraction: NLP & Python
View full playlistHow to Find PhD in Finland
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View full playlistAdmission and Study in Finland
View full playlistInsights on Job Opportunities
View full playlistHobbies and Interests
- Playing Bedminton
- Running, Skiing
- Reading books on artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Learning new programming languages and technologies
Languages
- Sindhi Native
- English Excellent
- Finnish B1.1
- Urdu Native