Dr. Ali AkbarJalali
Father of Information Technology in Iran
Professor of Electrical Engineering at Iran University of Science and Technology. Pioneer in Internet of Things, Control Systems, and Information Technology with over 30 years of academic excellence and 300+ published papers.
Dr. Ali AkbarJalali
Father of Information Technology in Iran
Professor of Electrical Engineering at Iran University of Science and Technology. Pioneer in Internet of Things, Control Systems, and Information Technology with over 30 years of academic excellence and 300+ published papers.
About Dr. Jalali
A distinguished academic and technology pioneer shaping Iran's digital transformation
Born on November 22, 1954, in Shahkooh, Shahroud, Iran, Dr. Ali Akbar Jalali has become one of the most influential figures in Iran's technological development. Known as the "Father of Information Technology in Iran," he has dedicated his career to advancing technology and education.
Dr. Jalali earned his PhD in Electrical Engineering-Control from West Virginia University and his MSc in Electrical Engineering-Control from the University of Oklahoma. His academic journey has been marked by continuous innovation and groundbreaking research.
Since 1994, he has been a professor at Iran University of Science and Technology, where he has shaped the minds of countless students and contributed significantly to the field of electrical engineering and information technology.
Key Achievements
- •Pioneer of internet development in Iranian villages
- •Author of 50+ books and 300+ research papers
- •Expert in IoT, Control Systems, and ICT
- •30+ years of academic excellence
Current Positions
- Professor
Iran University of Science and Technology - Adjunct Professor
University of Maryland Baltimore County - Adjunct Professor
West Virginia University
Career Journey
Born in Shahkooh, Shahroud
Born on November 22, 1954, in Shahkooh, Shahroud, Iran
Educational Foundation
Completed primary and secondary education in Iran, showing early aptitude for mathematics and science
Master's Degree - University of Oklahoma
Earned M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering - Control Systems from the University of Oklahoma
Ph.D. - West Virginia University
Completed Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering - Control Systems at West Virginia University
Professor at IUST
Joined Iran University of Science and Technology as Professor in the School of Electrical Engineering
Pioneer of Internet in Rural Iran
Led groundbreaking initiatives to expand internet infrastructure to rural areas of Iran
Published 'Reduced Order Systems'
Published reference book on advanced control systems theory with Springer
Director of Control Group
Appointed as Director of Control Group at the College of Electrical Engineering, IUST
International Academic Positions
Became Adjunct Professor at University of Maryland Baltimore County and West Virginia University
Father of Information Technology in Iran
Recognized internationally for contributions to IT development in Iran, with 300+ publications and 50+ books
Academic Career
Over 30 years of distinguished academic service and research excellence
Education
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering - Control
West Virginia University
West Virginia, United States
M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering - Control
University of Oklahoma
Oklahoma, United States
Academic Positions
Adjunct Professor
University of Maryland Baltimore County
2017 - Present
Maryland, United States
Teaching Internet of Things and Basic Computer Networking in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Key Achievements
- •Developed IoT curriculum for graduate students
- •Enhanced international academic collaboration
Adjunct Professor
West Virginia University
2017 - Present
West Virginia, United States
Contributing to advanced research and teaching in electrical engineering and control systems.
Key Achievements
- •International research collaboration
- •Cross-cultural academic exchange
Visiting Professor
University of Maryland College Park
2017 - 2020
Maryland, United States
Collaborative research and academic exchange in advanced control systems and information technology.
Key Achievements
- •International research collaboration
- •Knowledge transfer in cutting-edge technologies
Professor
Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST)
1994 - Present
Tehran, Iran
Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering, specializing in Control Systems, Internet of Things, and Information Technology. Director of Control Group at the College of Electrical Engineering since 2016.
Key Achievements
- •Led research teams in ICT, IoT, 3D Printers and Control Systems
- •Supervised numerous Ph.D., M.S. and B.S. students
- •Published 300+ journal papers and conference papers
- •Authored 50+ books and book chapters
Academic Recognition
Years of Academic Service
Published Papers
Books & Chapters
Research & Innovation
Pioneering research in control systems, IoT, and information technology with global impact
Research Areas
Internet of Things (IoT)
Pioneer in IoT research and applications, focusing on smart systems and connected devices for industrial and consumer applications.
Key Technologies:
Control Systems
Advanced research in control theory and applications, including reduced-order systems and optimal control strategies.
Key Technologies:
Information & Communication Technology
Leading research in ICT development, particularly in expanding internet infrastructure and digital transformation.
Key Technologies:
3D Printing Technology
Research in additive manufacturing technologies and their applications in engineering and industrial processes.
Key Technologies:
Research Impact & Expertise
“Recognized as the Father of Information Technology in Iran for pioneering work in internet infrastructure and digital transformation.”