Language May Divide, But Islam Unites
A reflection on how Islam transcends language barriers — from varsity days to global digital da’wah through GTAF.
Dr Riasat Islam is a researcher and academic passionate about using technology to improve healthcare, well-being, and education. Currently a Lecturer at the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, Queen Mary University of London, his research centres around Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence and Islamic Computing. He made contributions, including high-impact journal publication and a software launch. This work has led to knowledge transfer and consultancy with a medical device startup. Additionally, he has co-founded the Greentech Apps Foundation, a software non-profit with 3M+ users worldwide. He aims to create tech solutions that empower individuals and foster positive societal change.
PhD in Computing
The Open University
MSc ICT Innovation
KTH Royal Institute of Technology & University College London
BSc Engg in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Islamic University of Technology
A reflection on how Islam transcends language barriers — from varsity days to global digital da’wah through GTAF.
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