Introducing Our New Faculty
College of Computing welcomes six new tenure track faculty for the 2025-2026 academic year. With research ranging from artificial intelligence and human-centered interaction to cybersecurity and software engineering, our new hires add to our depth of expertise and strengthen the future of the college.
Dr. Tiehang Duan
Ph.D., Computer Science and Engineering, University of Buffalo
Tiehang Duan is an expert in machine learning, brain-computer interfaces, and medical informatics. His research focuses on decoding brain signals to develop assistive technologies, such as brain-controlled wheelchairs and exoskeletons. He previously worked as a research scientist at Meta AI and held visiting scholar roles at West Virginia University and the Mayo Clinic. His work has been widely published in top-tier journals and conferences, and he is passionate about advancing AI-driven solutions that improve lives and inspire the next generation of innovators.
Dr. Paul D.S. Fink
Ph.D., Spatial Information Science and Engineering, University of Maine
Paul D. S. Fink is an expert in accessibility, human-centered computing, and multisensory information processing. His research focuses on creating inclusive technologies, including autonomous vehicle systems and navigation tools for individuals with disabilities. With over $1.1 million in awarded grants and collaborations with industry leaders like the Toyota Research Institute, he is dedicated to advancing equity through innovation. He plans to launch the Wayfinding, Accessible Interaction, and Virtual Environment (WAIVE) Lab in Fall 2025 to further support underrepresented communities through research and design.
Dr. Reihaneh Hariri
Ph.D., Computer Science and Informatics, Oakland University
Reihaneh Hariri focuses on big data analytics, AI, and search-based software engineering, particularly in applications like smart home systems for monitoring cognitive decline. In industry, she led the development and delivery of ADAS safety-critical functions, optimizing radar-based features at Continental Automotive Systems. She has received multiple NSF travel grants, a Grace Hopper Scholarship, and Continental AG’s “Passion to Win” award. She has taught software engineering and AI internationally and at Oakland University.
Dr. Naureen Hoque
Ph.D., Computing and Information Sciences, Rochester Institute of Technology
Naureen Hoque focuses on wireless communications, cybersecurity, AI, and quantum-resistant systems. Her research blends moving target defense, cyber deception, and artificial intelligence to protect wireless networks. She has published in top-tier venues like IEEE INFOCOM and ACM WiSec and contributed to NSF-funded proposals. With experience at RIT’s ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute and internships at HireVue and Modern Hire, she also brings strong teaching credentials in cybersecurity and machine learning, both in the U.S. and Bangladesh.
Dr. Talha Khan
Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh
Talha Khan specializes in mixed reality, human-computer interaction, and user-centered design, particularly in surgical applications and AI-driven user interfaces. His award-winning research has been published in top venues like IEEE ISMAR. He has held research positions at Toyota Research Institute and Carnegie Mellon University, led HCI projects in the Surreality Lab, and served as research manager at the Alba Tull Center for Neuroimaging and Therapeutics.
Dr. Atif Mashkoor
Sc.D., Software Engineering, Johannes Kepler Universität Linz, Austria
Ph.D., Computer Science, Université de Lorraine, France
Atif Mashkoor brings over 17 years of experience in AI-driven software engineering and formal methods for safety-critical systems. He has led major European research projects such as IVoiRe and VAMPIRE, securing over €1.1 million in funding. In addition to serving as a Docent at Johannes Kepler Universität Linz, he has held key leadership roles in industry and academia, including Fronius International and the Software Competence Center Hagenberg.