Mona M. Moussa

Misr University for Science and Technology

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Dr. Mona M. Moussa is a leading researcher in sustainable engineering and intelligent automation, with a core focus on developing smart waste management solutions for developing nations. Her most impactful work centers on integrating computer vision and robotics to address the pressing challenges of overpopulation and rapid urbanization. In her highly cited 2023 study, "Object Detection-based Automatic Waste Segregation using Robotic Arm" (18 citations), Dr. Moussa pioneered an efficient, small-scale system that uses deep learning to automatically identify and sort recyclable materials. This contribution directly tackles the critical bottleneck of manual waste segregation in resource-constrained communities, offering a scalable path toward creating more sustainable and habitable urban environments. By combining object detection algorithms with robotic manipulation, her research provides a practical, low-cost alternative to large-scale industrial recycling plants. Dr. Moussa’s work is particularly notable for its direct societal impact, demonstrating how advanced AI and robotics can be democratized to solve fundamental infrastructure problems in the Global South, making her a key voice in the intersection of technology, sustainability, and public health.