Hebatalla Ouda

Hebatalla Ouda is a passionate Ph.D. student and research assistant at the Telecommunications Research Lab at Queen’s University, where she has devoted her academic career towards exploring cutting-edge technologies. She earned her MSc from Queen’s University, conducting research on the development of intelligent healthcare applications by leveraging the power of the metaverse and big data technologies. Her research aims to create innovative solutions that can transform the healthcare industry by enhancing patient care, improving diagnosis, and optimizing treatment processes.

In addition to her research endeavors, Hebatalla is committed to giving back to the academic and local communities. She has demonstrated leadership abilities through her involvement in various student organizations. She served as the vice president of the Egyptian Students Association at Queen’s, where she worked to support and advocate for Egyptian students, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Her leadership extended to the Graduate Computing Society at Queen’s, where she also served as vice president, contributing to initiatives that enhance the academic and social experiences of graduate students at the school of computing.

Hebatalla’s dedication to education is evident in her outstanding contributions as a teaching assistant (TA). She has been recognized with the Excellence in Teaching award from the School of Computing, a testament to her commitment to delivering high-quality education and mentoring students. Additionally, she received the SGPS Teaching Assistant/Teaching Fellow Excellence Award, further highlighting her impact on students and her ability to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.

In her current role as an Education Development Associate with the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) at Queen’s University, Hebatalla is focused on supporting new educators as they embark on their teaching careers. She brings a wealth of experience, a passion for innovative teaching pedagogies, and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in higher education. Her work at the CTL involves developing resources, providing mentorship, and facilitating workshops that empower educators to adopt best practices in teaching and learning.