The Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering Department (MRED), part of the Faculty of Engineering at Soran University, was established to prepare a new generation of engineers for one of the fastest-growing areas of modern engineering. The department reflects the interdisciplinary nature of mechatronics and robotics, integrating mechanical design, electrical systems, electronics, computer engineering, control, and artificial intelligence to create intelligent machines and automated systems.
Dr. Nzar Shakr Piro is the Head of the Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Department and a Lecturer at the Faculty of Engineering (FENG). His academic career is rooted in electrical engineering and advanced energy systems. After earning his B.Sc. from Salahaddin University (SU) in 2010, he completed an M.Sc. in Renewable Energy at Newcastle University, UK, in 2014, with support from a prestigious KRG-HCDP scholarship. In 2024, Dr. Piro earned his Ph.D. in Energy Sustainability, where his research expanded into the multidisciplinary fields of smart concrete and the application of green nanoparticles. His current work focuses on driving innovation in sustainable infrastructure, leveraging nanotechnology and intelligent materials to optimize energy efficiency and environmental resilience.
Mr. Seerwan M. Ahmed currently holds the position of Head of the Laboratory Unit at the Faculty of Engineering. He completed his B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Salaheddin University in 2010, and subsequently accumulated a decade of professional experience in the Engineering and Project Directorate at Soran University. In 2022, he furthered his academic qualifications by earning an M.Sc. in Engineering Materials from Soran University. Presently, Mr. Ahmed continues to contribute his expertise as a dedicated staff member within the Faculty of Engineering
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