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Amir Asif

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Vice President, Research and Innovation; Professor, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at York University
📍 Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Amir Asif is the Vice President of Research and Innovation at York University, where he also serves as a Professor. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, his expertise lies in statistical signal processing and its application in biomedical imaging and big data. He was the founding Dean of the Gina Cody School at Concordia University.

He is dedicated to advancing next-generation academic programs and fostering international collaboration on critical global challenges. His work focuses on developing novel algorithms for a wide range of engineering applications, including distributed sensor networks and multimedia communications.

Unique fact: Amir has co-authored a textbook and published over 150 refereed papers in his field of research.

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Experience
11 Years
Current Role
Vice President, Research and Innovation; Professor, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Job Level
Senior
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Personality Overview

How Amir shows up

Challenger
Decisive
Direct & Candid

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Priorities

Topics Amir cares about

Research & Innovation
As VP of Research & Innovation at York University, he is responsible for driving the university's strategic research and innovation initiatives.
Signal Processing
His core technical expertise, focusing on developing novel algorithms for applications in biomedical imaging, sensor networks, and big data analytics.
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Career

Work history

5-2020
Vice President, Research and Innovation; Professor, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
York University
8-2014 - 4-2020
Dean and Professor
Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, Concordia University
Chair and Professor, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
York University
Faculty
TechBC
In the press

Media appearances

York University announces appointment of new Vice‑President, Research and Innovation. Featured in Education News Canada
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The dean of the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science has accepted a new role at York University. Featured in Concordia University News
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Education
1991 - 1996
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master's of Science (M.S.)
Carnegie Mellon University
Certificate in Leadership for Senior Executives
Harvard Business School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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