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Tarik Ahmed Rashid

Tarik Ahmed Rashid

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90 Publications
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About

Professional Summary

Dr. Tarik Ahmed Rashid is a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), Iraq. He pursued his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the Computer Science and Informatics School, College of Engineering, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland. His areas of research cover the fields of Artificial Intelligence.

Education

Academic Background
  • PostDoc Fellow University College Dublin, Ireland Computer Science and Informatics | Completed: 2007

Publications (90)

Selected Scholarly Contributions
Q-FOX Learning: Breaking Tradition in Reinforcement Learning
Mahmood A. Jumaah, Yossra H. Ali, Tarik A. Rashid
Signals and Communication Technology | Book Chapter
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2026
ChatGPT: Precision Answer Comparison and Evaluation Model
Aso Mohammed Aladdin, Rebwar Khalid Muhammed, Hemin Sardar Abdulla, Tarik Ahmad Rashid
InfoTech Spectrum: Iraqi Journal of Data Science | Journal Article
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2026
A Dynamic‐Weight Multi‐Objective Sloth‐Inspired Clustering Algorithm for Wireless Sensor Networks
Ardalan H. Awlla, Tarik A. Rashid, Ronak M. Abdullah
International Journal of Communication Systems | Journal Article
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2026
A New Approach for Low-Latency, High-Accuracy Anomaly Detection at the Edge: Benchmarking Quantized Autoencoders, LSTMs, and Lightweight Transformers on RT-IoT2022 Time-Series Traffic
Magdah Osman, Fatma Elghaffi, Llahm Ben Dalla, Ömer Karal, Tarik Rashid
Wadi Alshatti University Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences | Journal Article
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2026
Advances and Challenges in the Fitness Dependent Optimizer: A Systematic Survey (2019–2026)
Ardalan Awlla, Tarik Rashid, Ronak Abdullah
Sohar University Journal of Engineering and Information Technology Innovations | Journal Article
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2026
A proposed hybrid recommender system for tourism industry in Iraq using evolutionary Apriori and K-means algorithms
Bryar A. Hassan, Alla A. Hassan, Joan Lu, Aram M. Ahmed, Tarik A. Rashid
Franklin Open | Journal Article
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2026
A Hybrid Chatbot Model for Enhancing Administrative Support in Education: Comparative Analysis, Integration, and Optimization
Kanaan Mikael, Cemil Öz, Tarik A. Rashid, Goran Saman Nariman
IEEE Access | Journal Article
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2025
MOANA: Multi-objective ant nesting algorithm for optimization problems
Noor A. Rashed, Yossra H. Ali, Tarik A. Rashid, Seyedali Mirjalili
Heliyon | Journal Article
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2025
LEO: Lagrange elementary optimization
Aso M. Aladdin, Tarik A. Rashid
Neural Computing and Applications | Journal Article
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2025
Achieving Carbon Neutrality: Strategies in Organizations, Engagement and IT Innovations
Chan Rou Qian, Rajermani Thinakaran, Richard Pravin Thomas Adisan, Tarik A. Rashid, Sharmila Devi Ramachandaran, László Koloszár
HighTech and Innovation Journal | Journal Article
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2025
Hazardous Influential Node Identification in Online Social Networks
Poornima Nedunchezhian, Kalaivanan Karunanithy, M. Bhuvaneswari, Murugan Mahalingam, Tarik A. Rashid
IETE Journal of Research | Journal Article
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2024
NSGA-II-DL: Metaheuristic Optimal Feature Selection With Deep Learning Framework for HER2 Classification in Breast Cancer
Tarik Ahmed Rashid, Jafar Majidpour, Rajermani Thinakaran, Malathy Batumalay, Deshinta Arrova Dewi, Bryar A. Hassan, Habibollah Dadgar, Hossein Arabi
IEEE Access | Journal Article
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2024
In Search of Excellence: SHOA as a Competitive Shrike Optimization Algorithm for Multimodal Problems
Hanan K. AbdulKarim, Tarik A. Rashid
IEEE Access | Journal Article
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2024
CLPB: chaotic learner performance based behaviour
Dona A. Franci, Tarik A. Rashid
International Journal of Information Technology | Journal Article
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2024
Comparative Analysis of AES, Blowfish, Twofish, Salsa20, and ChaCha20 for Image Encryption
Rebwar Khalid Muhammed, Ribwar Rashid Aziz, Alla Ahmad Hassan, Aso Mohammed Aladdin, Shaida Jumaah Saydah, Tarik Ahmed Rashid, Bryar Ahmad Hassan
Kurdistan Journal of Applied Research | Journal Article
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2024
Gigant-KTTS dataset: Towards building an extensive gigant dataset for Kurdish text-to-speech systems
Hawraz A. Ahmad, Tarik A. Rashid
Data in Brief | Journal Article
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2024
Modified-improved fitness dependent optimizer for complex and engineering problems
Hozan K. Hamarashid, Bryar A. Hassan, Tarik A. Rashid
Knowledge-Based Systems | Journal Article
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2024
Advancements in Optimization: Critical Analysis of Evolutionary, Swarm, and Behavior-Based Algorithms
Noor A. Rashed, Yossra H. Ali, Tarik A. Rashid
Algorithms | Journal Article
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2024
MRSO: Balancing Exploration and Exploitation through Modified Rat Swarm Optimization for Global Optimization
Hemin Sardar Abdulla, Azad A. Ameen, Sarwar Ibrahim Saeed, Ismail Asaad Mohammed, Tarik A. Rashid
Algorithms | Journal Article
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2024
FOX-TSA hybrid algorithm: Advancing for superior predictive accuracy in tourism-driven multi-layer perceptron models
Sirwan A. Aula, Tarik A. Rashid
Systems and Soft Computing | Journal Article
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2024
Effective Facial Expression Recognition System Using Artificial Intelligence Technique
Imad S. Yousif, Tarik A. Rashid, Ahmed S. Shamsaldin, Sabat A. Abdulhameed, Abdulhady Abas Abdullah
Kurdistan Journal of Applied Research | Journal Article
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2024
A survey on dragonfly algorithm and its applications in engineering
Chnoor M. Rahman, Tarik A. Rashid, Abeer Alsadoon, Nebojsa Bacanin, Polla Fattah, Seyedali Mirjalili
Evolutionary Intelligence | Journal Article
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2023
A novel solution of an elastic net regularisation for dementia knowledge discovery using deep learning
Kshitiz Shrestha, Omar Hisham Alsadoon, Abeer Alsadoon, Tarik A. Rashid, Rasha S. Ali, P.W.C. Prasad, Oday D. Jerew
Journal of Experimental & Theoretical Artificial Intelligence | Journal Article
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2023
A Systematic Study of Krill Herd and FOX Algorithms
Rebwar Khalid Hamad, Tarik A. Rashid
Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Innovation in Information Technology and Business (ICIITB 2022) | Book Chapter
Crossref
2023
Analysis of Social Engineering Awareness Among Students and Lecturers
Raza M. Abdulla, Hiwa A. Faraj, Choman O. Abdullah, Askandar H. Amin, Tarik A. Rashid
IEEE Access | Journal Article
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2023
Sentiment Analysis Based on Hybrid Neural Network Techniques Using Binary Coordinate Ascent Algorithm
Mohammed Hussein Abdalla, Jafar Majidpour, Rahela Aziz Rasul, Abdulrahman A. Alsewari, Tarik Ahmed Rashid, Aram Mahmood Ahmed, Bryar A. Hassan, Noor Bahjat Tayfor, Shko Muhammed Qader, Sinan Q. Salih
IEEE Access | Journal Article
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2023
Fitness dependent optimizer with neural networks for COVID-19 patients
Maryam T. Abdulkhaleq, Tarik A. Rashid, Bryar A. Hassan, Abeer Alsadoon, Nebojsa Bacanin, Amit Chhabra, S. Vimal
Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine Update | Journal Article
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2023
A Tutorial on Child Drawing Development Optimization
Azad A. Ameen, Tarik A. Rashid, Shavan Askar
Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Innovation in Information Technology and Business (ICIITB 2022) | Book Chapter
Crossref
2023
The Fifteen Puzzle—A New Approach through Hybridizing Three Heuristics Methods
Dler O. Hasan, Aso M. Aladdin, Hardi Sabah Talabani, Tarik Ahmed Rashid, Seyedali Mirjalili
Computers | Journal Article
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2023
An Enhanced Multioperator Runge–Kutta Algorithm for Optimizing Complex Water Engineering Problems
Iman Ahmadianfar, Bijay Halder, Salim Heddam, Leonardo Goliatt, Mou Leong Tan, Zulfaqar Sa’adi, Zainab Al-Khafaji, Raad Z. Homod, Tarik A. Rashid, Zaher Mundher Yaseen
Sustainability | Journal Article
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2023
Multi-objective fitness-dependent optimizer algorithm
Jaza M. Abdullah, Tarik A. Rashid, Bestan B. Maaroof, Seyedali Mirjalili
Neural Computing and Applications | Journal Article
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2023
CDDO–HS: Child Drawing Development Optimization–Harmony Search Algorithm
Azad A. Ameen, Tarik A. Rashid, Shavan Askar
Applied Sciences | Journal Article
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2023
Multi-population Black Hole Algorithm for the problem of data clustering
Sinan Q. Salih, AbdulRahman A. Alsewari, H. A. Wahab, Mustafa K. A. Mohammed, Tarik A. Rashid, Debashish Das, Shadi S. Basurra
PLOS ONE | Journal Article
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2023
Enhancing Algorithm Selection through Comprehensive Performance Evaluation: Statistical Analysis of Stochastic Algorithms
Azad Arif Hama Amin, Aso M. Aladdin, Dler O. Hasan, Soran R. Mohammed-Taha, Tarik A. Rashid
Computation | Journal Article
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2023
Awareness requirement and performance management for adaptive systems: A survey.
Rashid, T.A., B.A. Hassan, A. Alsadoon, S. Qader, S. Vimal, A. Chhabra and Z.M. Yaseen,
J. Supercomput. | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2023
An enhanced donkey and smuggler optimization algorithm for choosing the precise job applicant.
Hasan, N.M., T.A. Rashid, A. Alsadoon, A.S. Qosaeri, L. Abualigah and Z.M. Yaseen,
Iran J. Comput. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2023
A review-based taxonomy for secure health care monitoring: Wireless smart cameras.
Batchu, R.T., A. Alsadoon, P.W.C. Prasad, R.S. Ali, T.A. Rashid, G. Alsadoon and O.D. Jerew,
J. Appl. Secur. Res., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2023
FOX: A FOX-inspired optimization algorithm.
Mohammed, H. and T. Rashid,
Appl. Intell., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2023
Energy Efficient Clustering in Wireless Sensor Networks by Opposition-Based Initialization Bat Algorithm
Nebojsa Bacanin, Uros Arnaut, Miodrag Zivkovic, Timea Bezdan, Tarik A. Rashid
Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies | Book Chapter
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2022
Artificial Flora Optimization Algorithm with Genetically Guided Operators for Feature Selection and Neural Network Training
Nebojsa Bacanin, Timea Bezdan, Fadi Al-Turjman, Tarik A. Rashid
International Journal of Fuzzy Systems | Journal Article
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2022
Pulmonary Diffuse Airspace Opacities Diagnosis from Chest X-Ray Images Using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks Fine-Tuned by Whale Optimizer
Xusheng Wang, Cunqi Gong, Mohammad Khishe, Mokhtar Mohammadi, Tarik A. Rashid
Wireless Personal Communications | Journal Article
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2022
Training a Multilayer Perception for Modeling Stock Price Index Predictions Using Modified Whale Optimization Algorithm
Nebojsa Bacanin, Miodrag Zivkovic, Luka Jovanovic, Milica Ivanovic, Tarik A. Rashid
Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing | Book Chapter
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2022
Wireless Sensor Networks Localization by Improved Whale Optimization Algorithm
Nebojsa Bacanin, Milos Antonijevic, Timea Bezdan, Miodrag Zivkovic, Tarik A. Rashid
Algorithms for Intelligent Systems | Book Chapter
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2022
Establishment of Dynamic Evolving Neural‐Fuzzy Inference System Model for Natural Air Temperature Prediction
Suraj Kumar Bhagat, Tiyasha Tiyasha, Zainab Al-khafaji, Patrick Laux, Ahmed A. Ewees, Tarik A. Rashid, Sinan Salih, Roland Yonaba, Ufuk Beyaztas, Zaher Mundher Yaseen‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
Complexity | Journal Article
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2022
A Comprehensive Survey on the Internet of Things with the Industrial Marketplace
Kazhan Othman Mohammed Salih, Tarik A. Rashid, Dalibor Radovanovic, Nebojsa Bacanin
Sensors | Journal Article
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2022
Medical dataset classification for Kurdish short text over social media
Ari M. Saeed, Shnya R. Hussein, Chro M. Ali, Tarik A. Rashid
Data in Brief | Journal Article
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2022
Improved Fitness-Dependent Optimizer for Solving Economic Load Dispatch Problem
Barzan Hussein Tahir, Tarik A. Rashid, Hafiz Tayyab Rauf, Nebojsa Bacanin, Amit Chhabra, S. Vimal, Zaher Mundher Yaseen
Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience | Journal Article
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2022
Efficient Hybrid Classification Approach for COVID-19 Based on Harris Hawks Optimization and Salp Swarm Optimization
Abubakr Issa, Yossra Ali, Tarik Rashid
International Journal of Online and Biomedical Engineering (iJOE) | Journal Article
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2022
Kurdish Handwritten character recognition using deep learning techniques
Rebin M. Ahmed, Tarik A. Rashid, Polla Fattah, Abeer Alsadoon, Nebojsa Bacanin, Seyedali Mirjalili, S. Vimal, Amit Chhabra
Gene Expression Patterns | Journal Article
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2022
Exploiting the Generative Adversarial Network Approach to Create a Synthetic Topography Corneal Image
Samer Kais Jameel, Sezgin Aydin, Nebras H. Ghaeb, Jafar Majidpour, Tarik A. Rashid, Sinan Q. Salih, Poh Soon JosephNg
Biomolecules | Journal Article
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2022
Child drawing development optimization algorithm based on child's cognitive development.
Abdulhameed, S. and T.A. Rashid,
Arab J. Sci. Eng., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2022
Deep learning for vision‐based fall detection system: Enhanced optical dynamic flow
Sagar Chhetri, Abeer Alsadoon, Thair Al‐Dala'in, P. W. C. Prasad, Tarik A. Rashid, Angelika Maag
Computational Intelligence | Journal Article
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2021
Hybrid Genetic Algorithm and Machine Learning Method for COVID-19 Cases Prediction
Miodrag Zivkovic, Venkatachalam K, Nebojsa Bacanin, Aleksandar Djordjevic, Milos Antonijevic, Ivana Strumberger, Tarik A. Rashid
Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems | Book Chapter
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2021
A comprehensive survey and taxonomy of the SVM-based intrusion detection systems
Mokhtar Mohammadi, Tarik A. Rashid, Sarkhel H.Taher Karim, Adil Hussain Mohammed Aldalwie, Quan Thanh Tho, Moazam Bidaki, Amir Masoud Rahmani, Mehdi Hosseinzadeh
Journal of Network and Computer Applications | Journal Article
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2021
Hybrid Fruit-Fly Optimization Algorithm with K-Means for Text Document Clustering
Timea Bezdan, Catalin Stoean, Ahmed Al Naamany, Nebojsa Bacanin, Tarik A. Rashid, Miodrag Zivkovic, K. Venkatachalam
Mathematics | Journal Article
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2021
Performance of a Novel Chaotic Firefly Algorithm with Enhanced Exploration for Tackling Global Optimization Problems: Application for Dropout Regularization
Nebojsa Bacanin, Ruxandra Stoean, Miodrag Zivkovic, Aleksandar Petrovic, Tarik A. Rashid, Timea Bezdan
Mathematics | Journal Article
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2021
An extensive dataset of handwritten central Kurdish isolated characters
Rebin M. Ahmed, Tarik A. Rashid, Polla Fatah, Abeer Alsadoon, Seyedali Mirjalili
Data in Brief | Journal Article
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2021
Cat Swarm Optimization Algorithm: A Survey and Performance Evaluation
Aram M. Ahmed, Tarik A. Rashid, Soran Ab. M. Saeed
Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience | Journal Article
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2020
Datasets on statistical analysis and performance evaluation of backtracking search optimisation algorithm compared with its counterpart algorithms
Bryar A. Hassan, Tarik A. Rashid
Data in Brief | Journal Article
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2020
A systematic and meta-analysis survey of whale optimization algorithm.
Mohammed, H.M., S.U. Umar and T.A. Rashid,
Hindawi. Comput. Intell. Neurosci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2019
Fitness dependent optimizer: Inspired by the bee swarming reproductive process.
Abdullah, J.M. and T.A. Rashid,
IEEE Access., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2019
An evaluation of reber stemmer with longest match stemmer technique in Kurdish Sorani text classification.
Saeed, A.M., T.A. Rashid, A.M. Mustafa, R.A.A.R. Agha, A.S. Shamsaldin and N.K. Al-Salihi,
Iran J. Comput. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
A modified particle swarm optimization with neural network via euclidean distance.
Jabar, A.L. and T.A. Rashid,
Int. J. Recent Contrib. Eng., Sci. IT (iJES), | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
Evolutionary DNA computing algorithm for job scheduling problem.
Ibrahim, G.J., T.A. Rashid and A.T. Sadiq,
IETE J. Res., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
A hybrid of artificial bee colony, genetic algorithm and neural network for diabetic mellitus diagnosing.
Rashid, T.A. and S.A. Abdulla,
ARO-Sci. J. Koya Univ., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
Improving kurdish web mining through tree data structure and porter’s stemmer algorithms.
Saeed, A., T.A. Rashid, A. Mustafa, P. Fattah and B. Ismael,
UKH J. Sci. Eng., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
Computer network simulation of firewall and voIP performance monitoring.
Barznji, A.O., T.A. Rashid and N.K. Al-Salihi,
iJOE, | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
Using accuracy measure for improving the training of LSTM with metaheuristic algorithms.
Rashid, T.A., P. Fattah and D.K. Awlaa,
Procedia Comput. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
Low power wide area networks: A survey of enabling technologies, applications and interoperability needs.
Qadir, Q.M., T.A. Rashid, N.K. Al-Salihi, B.Ismael, A.A. Kist and Z. Zhang,
IEEE Access., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2018
Kurdish stemmer pre-processing steps for improving information retrieval.
Mustafa, A.M. and T.A. Rashid,
J. Inf. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2017
A robust categorization system for kurdish sorani text documents.
Rashid, T.A., A.M. Mustafa and A.M. Saeed,
Inf. Technol. J., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2017
Lecturer performance analysis using multiple classifiers.
Rashid, A.T.,
J. Comput. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Face behavior recognition through support vector machines.
Ahmed, A., A.R. Tarik and T.S. Ahmed,
Int. J. Adv. Comput. Sci. Appl., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Student academic performance using artificial intelligence.
Rashid, A and K.A. Niyan,
Zanco J. Pure Appl. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Lecturer performance system using neural network w ith particle swarm optimization.
Rashid, A and A.A. Hawraz,
Comput. Appl. Eng. Educ., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Improving DNA computing using evolutionary techniques.
Ibrahim, J., T.A. Rashid and A.T. Sadiq,
Int. J. Adv. Comput. Sci. Appl., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Decision support system for diabetes mellitus through machine learning techniques.
Rashid, A., S.M. Abdulla and R.M. Abdulla,
Int. J. Adv. Comput. Sci. Appl., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Improvement on predicting employee behaviour through intelligent techniques .
Rashid, A and L.J. Asia,
IET Netw., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2016
Investigation of instructing reforms in databases.
Rashid, T.A.,
Int. J. Sci. Eng., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2015
Improvement on classification models of multiple classes through effectual processes.
Rashid, T.A.,
Int. J. Adv. Comput. Sci. Appl., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2015
Building an adaptive neural fuzzy inference system for revised general test/gross point average problem.
Rashid, A and H.A. Abdul Karim,
Int. J. Emerging Technol. Comput. Appl. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2013
Suggested strategies for teaching science in kurdish universities using english as a medium of instruction.
El Fara, R and R. Tarik,
Int. J. Appl. Nat. Sci., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2013
Direct current motor using Rbf.
Rashid, T.,
Int. J. Adv. Res. Comput. Sci. Software Eng., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2012
Fuzzy logic and neuro fuzzy models for direct current motors.
Rashid, T.,
Int. J. Eng. Inventions, | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2012
A new feature set with new window techniques for customer churn prediction in land-line telecommunications.
Huang, B.Q., T.M. Kechadi, B. Buckley, G. Kiernan, E. Keogh and T. Rashid,
Expert Syst. Appl., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2010
Shape recognition through an alternative recurrent network architecture.
Rashid, T.,
J. Comput. Sci. Inf. Electr. Eng., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2010
A heterogeneous ensemble network using variants of machine learning.
Rashid, T.,
Int. J. Comput. Sci. Network Secur., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2009
Classification of churn and non -churn customers for telecommunication companies.
Rashid, T.,
Int. J. Biom. Bioinf., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2009
Multi-Context recurrent neural network for time series applications.
Huang, B.Q., T. Rashid and M.T. Kechadi,
Int. J. Comput. Intell., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2006
Auto regressive recurrent neural network approach for electricity load forecasting.
Rashid, T., B.Q. Huang, M.T. Kechadi and G. Brian,
Int. J. Comput. Intell., | Journal Article
Self Tarik Ahmed Rashid
2006