Our Mission

Empowering organisations to achieve secure, sustainable growth through Artificial Intelligence, Internet-of-Things and Immersive Technologies

Project Development and International Collaborations

The D-Ready team has successfully implemented over 12 international projects, organizing workshops and conferences in collaboration with academic institutions, industries, and government agencies across more than 20 countries. These projects, with a combined funding exceeding £12 million, primarily focused on research and innovation in digital transformation, capacity building, and awareness development.

The countries involved in these initiatives include:

  • Asia: Thailand, China, Nepal, Maldives, India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bhutan, Malaysia and Sri Lanka

  • Africa: Morocco, Uganda, Algeria and Kenya

  • Europe: UK, France, Germany, Italy, Hungary, Romania, Poland, Spain, Portugal and Belgium

  • Middle East: Qatar and UAE

Professor Alamgir Hossain has played a leading role in these international collaborations, particularly through the Software, Knowledge, Information, Management, and Applications (SKIMA) conference. These activities have been funded by several prominent organizations, including the European Union (EU), the Department for International Development (DfID), the British Council/Newton Research Fund, and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UN FAO). Professor Hossain's involvement spans roles such as consultant, national researcher, visiting professor, and conference and workshop organizer in numerous developing countries, including the Maldives. Dr Parven Akhter has also contributed significantly, serving as a research fellow on Digital Learning at Villa College in the Maldives through an EU-funded project.

The extensive experience gained from these international projects and collaborations will be invaluable in implementing the proposed Digital Transformation project. The team's proven track record in managing large-scale, cross-border initiatives ensures a robust and effective approach to driving digital innovation and capacity building. This wealth of experience positions D-Ready as a capable and reliable partner in leading the Digital Transformation strategy, ensuring the successful achievement of project goals.

Our Team

  • Professor Alamgir Hossain

    Chief Executive Officer

    Professor Hossain is the CEO of D-Ready After his PhD in Automatic Control & Systems Engineering (University of Sheffield) and Software Engineering Training from CICC (Japan), Professor Hossain served as a Professor of AI, Vice President, and Director of the Research Institute for several universities in the UK, Bangladeshi and Cambodia. He had 15 PhD completions in AI, cyber security, digital health and intelligent systems under his direct supervision. He served as the ethics committee chair of a UK university and published 350+ peer-reviewed articles, worked with 50+ companies and received research and development grants of over £16 million for projects with over 20 countries.

    See Publications:

    Google Scholar Account.

  • Tanmoy Hossain

    Director

    Tanmoy Hossain is the Chief Technology Officer for Bob’s Business with over 10 years of programming experience and 4 years working in the Cyber Awareness space. He has a BSc in Computer Science from Newcastle University, and has worked on a multitude of different projects varying from bespoke website development, SaaS product development, cybersecurity culture product development, Deep Learning / ML Optimisation, NFT / Blockchain programming to internal/external IT infrastructure management. Working on such a diverse range of projects has enabled him to stay up to date with the latest developments across the technology and security industry. In turn, this has led to a deep understanding of how best to utilise technology towards instilling behavioural change within employees through engaging and positive training techniques.

  • Dr Parven Akhter

    Director

    Dr Parven Akhter is an esteemed scholar who obtained her PhD from the School of Education, University of Sheffield, UK, in 2015, with an educational focus on science at both the undergraduate and Master's levels. She received ESRC funding for her doctoral research, amassing over £128K throughout her career for community-oriented projects. She further enhanced her academic portfolio by earning a master’s in educational research (MEd), where she honed her critical evaluation skills for ethnographic research methodologies. These skills were then applied in data collection and quantitative and qualitative video-based data analysis using digital screen-based multimodal interaction. Dr Akhter now employs her extensive knowledge in childhood education at Mediprospects Ltd. Prior to this, she served as a tutor in child psychology at Sheffield University.

  • Dr Lokman Khan

    Consultant: Education & Training

    Dr Lokman Khan is a highly accomplished and dedicated professional with a strong academic background and extensive teaching and research experience in Chemistry. Possessing graduate and postgraduate degrees in Chemistry, including a PhD in Chemistry (University of Sheffield) and a PGCE (Education), Dr Lokman Khan demonstrated excellence in Chemistry research by publishing many research articles in international journals, owning many patents with unique inventions and finally, in his teaching expertise in the field of science. Dr Lokman Khan's diverse academic background, extensive teaching experience, and research contributions demonstrate his commitment to academic excellence, passion for teaching, and dedication to scientific discovery. He is a highly skilled and accomplished professional who strives to inspire and nurture the next generation of scientists and critical thinkers.

  • Hesam Rostami

    Chief Technology Officer

    Hesam is a versatile IT professional and Developer creating impactful websites, graphic designs, and marketing strategies, and delivers exceptional results for clients and companies. With a lifelong passion for learning across various fields and tools, He consistently stays at the forefront of industry trends and technologies. Driven by innovation, Hesam actively seeks opportunities to proactively contribute to company and team success. His cross-functional expertise allows him to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, bringing together diverse perspectives to drive optimal outcomes. As a software engineer, Hesam possesses a diverse skill set encompassing programming, graphic design, digital marketing, and data analytics and he is eager to explore new opportunities and take on fresh challenges to generate new ideas and drive the growth and success of the company and its employees.

  • Duncan Wood

    Creative Design Consultant

    With a distinguished professional tenure spanning 17 years, Duncan has successfully established himself as a creative powerhouse in the industry. As a Conceptual Creative Director, his expertise traverses various domains, including editorial, agency, and retail settings. Duncan's core competencies encapsulate an impressive range of skills. His adeptness at brand strategy helps sculpt unique identities and pathways for brands. His design capabilities span both digital and print mediums. Duncan's mastery of motion design adds a dynamic layer to his portfolio, allowing him to craft visually engaging narratives. His talent extends to the digital realm, where he excels at digital collage, an innovative visual technique, and has honed his skills in the cutting-edge sphere of Web 3.0. Duncan's multifaceted skill set and extensive experience have solidified his reputation as a versatile and forward-thinking Creative Director.

  • Naeimeh Nour

    Machine Learning Engineer

    Naeimeh Nour is an AI Engineer Intern (Part-time), an aspiring AI student and a Python programmer. Currently pursuing an MSc in Artificial Intelligence at Teesside University, Naeimeh combines her programming skills with a deep passion for AI. With a background in Computer Engineering and a solid foundation in Python, she is determined to explore the limitless possibilities of AI. Naeimeh is eager to contribute her programming expertise to AI projects and enhance her skills in this rapidly evolving field.

  • Imtiaz Ahmed Duke

    Consultant

    Highly accomplished retail area manager with a proven track record in driving optimal growth and profitability within the fuel retail, Lidl, Tesco, and M&S sectors. A strategic thinker and results-oriented leader, experienced in overseeing multiple stores, implementing effective strategies, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Skilled in team development, performance management, and operational excellence. Committed to fostering strong cross-functional collaborations to achieve business objectives.

  • Anita Hossain

    Marketing Consultant

    Proactive Marketeer proficient in leading omni-channel marketing campaigns with over 10 years of experience. Highly effective at developing both in store and digital customer marketing strategy. Results-orientated and multi-faceted leader with a rich career history marked by sales growth, market share growth, customer loyalty and customer acquisition.

  • Dr Golam Kabir

    Consultant

    Dr. Golam Kabir is a visionary medical director specializing in personalized medicine. His foundation in war surgery, malaria treatment, and diverse rural emergencies (Bangladesh, Ghana) demonstrates critical care expertise. With 6,000+ surgeries in resource-limited settings, he possesses independence and clinical resourcefulness. Three UK postgraduate degrees drove his GMC registration and distinguished UK career. His past roles (clinical fellow, investigator, safety physician, and medical director) highlight his research acumen. Dr. Kabir champions AI-enhanced healthcare and holds affiliations with the GMC, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine (UK), and an honorary professorship in Bangladesh. His extensive diabetes and nutrition research will be invaluable for future AI-assisted nutrition projects.

  • Md. Sadmin Tahmid Khan

    Software Engineer

    Md. Sadmin Tahmid Khan is an enthusiastic software engineer with a passion for AI technologies and full-stack development. With hands-on experience in developing scalable web applications, he has worked with frameworks like React, React Native, Next.js, FastAPI, and more. Sadmin is skilled in multiple programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, and C++, and has a strong foundation in both frontend and backend development. His expertise extends to AI-powered solutions and collaborative team environments, making him a valuable asset in delivering innovative software solutions​.

  • Md. Saim Ahmmed Utsho

    Software Engineer

    Md. Saim Ahmmed Utsho is a passionate Software Engineer with a strong foundation in AI and full-stack development. With hands-on experience in backend and frontend technologies, he has worked on building scalable web applications using frameworks like FastAPI, NodeJS, ReactJS, NextJS, React Native, and more. His expertise spans a variety of programming languages including C++, Python, Java, and JavaScript. Saim is an innovative problem-solver whose expertise in AI-powered solutions and experience working in collaborative team settings make him a key contributor to delivering cutting-edge software solutions.

Selected Publications

  • Analysing the impact of Machine Learning on Cancer Treatments, International Journal of Distributed Systems and Technologies (IJDST) 13(1)

    Victor Chang, Gunji Srilikhita, Qianwen Ariel Xu, MA. Hossain, Mohsen Guizani (2022)

  • Digital Diagnosis of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease using Hybrid Deep Neural Networks, IEEE Access, 9, 2021.

    Suraj Verma, Mohammad Abdur Razzaque, Usanut Sangtongdee, Chonlameth Arpnikanondt, Boonrat Tassaneetrithep, MA Hossain (2021)

  • An artificial intelligence model for heart disease detection using machine learning algorithms, Health Analytics, Elsevier Science, 2022(2)

    Victor Chang, Vallabhanent Rupa Bhavania, Ariel Qianwen Xua, MA Hossain, (2022)

  • An intelligent decision support system for leukaemia diagnosis using microscopic blood images. Nature, Scientific reports 5, 14938.

    S C Neoh, W Srisukkham, L Zhang, S Todryk, B Greystoke, C Peng Lim, M A Hossain, N Aslam (2015)

  • Hybrid Decision Tree and Naïve Bayes Classifiers for Multi-class Classification Tasks, Expert Systems with Applications, Elsevier Science, Vol. 41(4), Part 2, pp. 1937-1946.

    Farid, D. M., Zhang, L., Rahman, C. M., Hossain, M. A. and Strachan, R. (2014)

  • Intelligent image-based colourimetric tests using machine learning framework for lateral flow assays, Expert Systems with Applications.139, 112843.

    Tania, M. H., Lwin, K. T., Shabut, A. M., Najlah, M., Chin, J. & Hossain, M. A., (2019)

  • Intelligent Phishing Detection Scheme Using Deep Learning Algorithms, Journal of Enterprise Information Management; ISSN: 1741-0398

    Moruf, A., Khin, L, Hossain, MA, (2020)

  • Dynamic multi-objective optimisation using deep reinforcement learning: benchmark, algorithm and an application to identify vulnerable zones based on water quality, Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence. 86, 107-135.

    Hasan, M. M., Lwin, K., Imani, M., Shabut, A., Bittencourt, L. F. & Hossain, M A., (2019),

  • Multi-class multi-level classification algorithm for skin lesions classification using machine learning techniques, Expert Systems with Applications. 141, 1 March 2020, 112961.

    Hameed, N., Shabut, A. M., Ghosh, M. K. & Hossain, M. A., (2019)

  • Intelligent Web-Phishing Detection and Protection Scheme using Integrated Features of Images, Frames and Text, Expert Systems with Applications, 115, 300-313

    M A Adebowale, K Lwin, E Sanchez and M A Hossain (2018)

Key Partners

  • SKIMA Network

    The conference aims to bring together researchers and experts in Knowledge Management, Software Engineering, and Information Systems to share their ideas, experiences, and insights. We welcome researchers and practitioners from academia, industries, research institutions, R&D enterprise services and governmental organisations to exchange innovative contributions around the conference topics.

  • NEPIC Network

    NEPIC is a not-for-profit organisation that supports the needs and interests of the processing sector in the North East of England. We exist to ensure industry in this region thrives – and that there are investments, innovations and a network that have the potential to create jobs and opportunities long into the future.

  • Teesside University

    Teesside University (TU) is a public university with its main campus in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, in North East England. D-Ready is currently working on an Innovate UK Project as a partner of TU, in which several staff and students of TU are conducting research to address the safety and assurance issues of AI systems of SMEs.

  • MediprospectsAI

    MediprospectsAI Limited is a tech-innovation company that cleans, organises, interprets, and analyses data to transform it into data products. They focus on apps and game development using cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies.

  • M Media & Design

    A leading design agency producing eye-catching artwork since 2005. Their skilled and innovative team offers graphic design, print, website design, event management, and PR services. Based in Stockton-on-Tees, we collaborate closely with clients to exceed expectations, becoming an essential part of their team. They aim to build lasting relationships, staying at the forefront of technology to deliver outstanding results.

  • Agroni

    Since its inception in 2000, Agroni has maintained a steadfast commitment to community involvement. With a focus on building connections, the company has consistently strived to comprehend and engage with various segments of society. Agroni's extensive portfolio reflects its dedication to both client success and community welfare.

  • Aston University

    Aston University is a public research university situated in the city centre of Birmingham, England. Aston began as the Birmingham Municipal Technical School in 1895, evolving into the UK's first college of advanced technology in 1956.

  • University of Southampton

    The University of Southampton is a world-leading research-intensive university, ranked 12th in the UK and 81st globally. It is a founding member of the Russell Group and is known for its excellence in teaching and research.

  • Drone Khmer Technology

    Drone Khmer Technology, Cambodia's leading agricultural drone company founded in 2020, offers innovative aerial solutions. They specialise in drone sales, spraying, maintenance, and consulting, with a focus on eco-friendly practices and customer service excellence.

  • Yarm Sports and Physiotherapy Clinic

    Yarm Sport Physio Clinic provides specialized physiotherapy and injury treatment for athletes. With expertise in sports like football, rugby, tennis, and cycling, their experienced physiotherapists help patients recover from injuries and return to activities. The clinic offers assessments, treatment plans, manual therapy, electrotherapy, and more to get athletes back in the game.

  • Save the Earth Cambodia

    Save The Earth Cambodia first commenced in November 2006 to respond to the evident need for local capacity building in Cambodia and for leadership in promoting Climate Change issues and mitigation strategies and Disaster Risk Reduction in Cambodia.

    Save the Earth Cambodia (STEC) is a non-government, non-profit, neutral, non-racial, non-religious, and non-political organization. STEC does not provide equipment financial means and human resources to support any political party or its candidates.