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DR. DERRICK NTALASHA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABOUT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An experienced computer scientist with a PhD in Computer Science and Technology, specializing in Context-aware Computing in Internet of Things Environments. Demonstrated expertise in Context Awareness Computing, Parallel and Distributed Systems and Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile Computing, Computer Networks, ICT Strategic Planning and Management, Web-based Systems, Mobile Learning, software development, and Machine Learning with a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications, patent, and conference presentations. Known for problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and collaborative teamwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Books<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speech Driven Email System, Derrick Ntalasha; University of Manchester, School of Informatics, OCLC Number 643502517, 2005. (WorldCat)+<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patents\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Simusokwe Christopher, Ntalasha Derrick, Voice Accessed Website AP 200704110 D0, Patent Application ID: lens.org\/085-388-225-792-158, Aug 31, 2007.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Journal Publications<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, \u2018Speech controlled electronic device System\u2019 International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Science, Volume 3 No. 3 May-June, 2012.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, \u2018Voice Data Collection and Patients Case Management System\u2019, Journal of US-China Education Review, ISSN 1548-6613, Vol. 8, No. 2, May 2012.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, \u2018Mobile Phone-Based Medical Diagnostic System\u2019 Journal of US-China Education Review, Vol 2, No. 6, June 2012.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, Richard Maliwatu, \u2018The Telephone System Aid for the Deaf\u2019, Journal of US-China Education Review, Vol 2, No 5, July 2012.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Derrick Ntalasha, Li Renfa, Wang Yongheng, \u201cInternet of Things Context Awareness Model\u201d. EAI Endorsed Transactions on Context-aware Systems and Applications, 3(7)el (2016) EUDL (February 2016) EI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Derrick, Ntalasha, Li Renfa, and Wang Yongheng. “Particle Swarm Optimization and Dempster Shafer Approach to Achieve Internet of Things Context Fusion Using Quality of Context.” (2016). International Journal of Multimedia and Ubiquitous Engineering, SERSC ( Vol.11, No.2, 2016) EI Compendex<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, Li Renfa, Wang Yongheng, \u201cContext Selection Optimization using Quality of Context for Context Refinement in Internet of Things\u201d, (2016) International Journal of Information and Electronics Engineering (IJIEE) Vol. 6, No. 4, July 2016 EI (INSPEC, IET).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Huang, Jing, Renfa Li, Jiyao An, Derrick Ntalasha, Fan Yang, and Keqin Li. “Energy-Efficient Resource Utilization for Heterogeneous Embedded Computing Systems.” IEEE Transactions on Computers (2017).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Josephat Kalezhi, Derrick Ntalasha, Tracy Chisanga Ilunga, \u201cUsing Internet of Things to Regulate Energy Consumption In a Home Environment\u201d IEEE PES-IAS PowerAfrica Conference 2018, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, Li Renfa, Wang Yongheng, \u201cAdaptive Context Aware Design Using Context State Information for the IoT Paradigm\u201d Journal of Mobile Multimedia, River Publishers, (2020)   SCOPUS, EI Compendex Indexed <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ntalasha Derrick, Tracy Chisanga \u201cContext Aware Self Optimization Scheduling In Internet of Things\u201d Int. J. of Intelligent Internet of Things Computing Inderscience Publishers (2020), <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zimba, Y., Libati, H.M. And Ntalasha, D., Failure Free Cloud Computing Architectures, International Journal Of Computer Science And Information Technology (IJCSIT), April 2022, Volume 14, Number 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Naomi M Mwaba, Derrick Ntalasha, Modelling The Profitability of Soybean Farming In Zambia Using Machine Learning, Int. J. of Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing, Inderscience Publishers ( 2024, UnderReview)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Derrick Ntalasha, Michael Sinkolongo, Use Of Blockchain Technology in the Pharmaceutical Industry to Track Medicines in Zambia, Scientific African, Elsevier, (2024 UnderReview) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yorum Zimba, Hastings Libati and Derrick Ntalasha, An Overview of Virtual Monitoring Techniques and Observability, International Journal of Grid and Utility Computing, Inderscience Publishers ( 2024, UnderReview)\u00a0Conferences<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use of Management Information Systems (MIS) in Cow and Pig Production<\/strong>\u00a0presented at the\u00a028th<\/sup>\u00a0Annual Conference of the Environmental Education Association of Southern Africa (EEASA)\u00a0with the theme \u201cDecade of Education for Sustainable Development: Lessons and Processes for a Sustainable World\u201d\u00a0organised by the Copperbelt University in partnership with the Zambia Network of Environmental Educators and Practitioners (ZANEEP), Kitwe,\u00a019th-24th September 2010.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Voice Data Collection and Patients Case Management System<\/strong> presented at Electronic Learning (eLearning) Africa <\/strong>2011 sixth International Conference on ICT for Development, Education and Training, that took place at Mlimani City Conference Centre, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, May 25 – 27, 2011.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IoT Context \u00a0Awareness Model<\/strong>\u00a0presented at 9th IEEE International Conference on Collaborative Computing: Networking, Applications and Worksharing,\u00a0October 20\u201323, 2013,\u00a0Austin, Texas, United States\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leveraging Emotion Detection Technology for Detection of Drug Abuse<\/strong> presented 2nd  International Conference On Sexual Reproductive Health Life Skills & Health Education, Copperbelt University, Ndola, Zambia, April 22 \u2013 23rd<\/sup> 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early detection of Drug and Substance abuse in High-Density Areas of Kitwe using Machine Learning (Random Forest) Techniques<\/strong> presented 2nd  International Conference On Sexual Reproductive Health Life Skills & Health Education, Copperbelt University, Ndola, Zambia, April 22 \u2013 23rd<\/sup> 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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