Dr. Khalid A. Alattas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, College of Computing and Information Technology, at the University of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He received his PhD in 2019 and is a Member of the IEEE. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning, with applications in autonomous systems and unmanned aerial vehicles, IoT cybersecurity, energy forecasting, healthcare, fuzzy logic, and neurostimulation systems. He has published in journals including IEEE Access, Mathematics, and Neurocomputing, and holds two U.S. patent applications. Dr. Alattas is committed to translating advanced AI research into practical solutions that strengthen critical infrastructure, improve healthcare, and support institutional effectiveness. He is equally dedicated to developing the next generation of Saudi engineers and innovators through teaching, mentoring student projects, and his role in establishing the University of Jeddah Drone Academy.