Osama Halabi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Qatar University. He holds a B.Sc. in Electronic Engineering from Damascus University, an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Shanghai University, and a Ph.D. in Information Science from the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST). Dr. Halabi has previously served in various academic and research roles, including as a Fujitsu Endowed Chair at JAIST, a researcher at Gifu University, and an Assistant Professor at Iwate University in Japan. His research focuses on Virtual Reality (VR), Haptic Interfaces, and Human–Computer Interaction (HCI), contributing to augmented and extended reality applications. Dr. Halabi has been fortunate to receive several recognitions, including the Best Short Paper Award at Nicograph International 2024. He is a member of IEEE, ACM, the Virtual Reality Society of Japan, and the Society for Art and Science. Through his work, he aims to foster interdisciplinary innovation and contribute to advancing education and technology.

Mohammed AlSada is the director of KINDI computing research center, and the CEO of Qatar Mobility Innovation Center at Qatar University. He has earned his BSc and Msc in Computer Science from Qatar University and Waseda University, respectively. He earned his Doctoral of Engineering Degree (D.Eng) in Computer Science and Communications Engineering from the Leading Graduate Program of Embodiment Informatics, Waseda University (Tokyo, Japan). Mohammed Alsada has more than 15 years of extensive research and development experience spanning over multiple key domains of existing and emerging technologies, including the design and development of industrial information systems, as well as the human-centered design of augmented and virtual reality systems, wearable robotics, and humanoids for the deployment in daily and industrial contexts. His research contributions were featured in various media venues, such as Yahoo! News and MoguraVR in Japan, as well as JeemTV in Qatar.

Hala Aburajouh received a B.Sc. degree in Computer Engineering from Qatar University (QU) in 2023, and she is currently pursuing her MSc. in Computing at QU. She worked as a research assistant (RA) at QU in 2022, on project RRC02-0810-210033, entitled "Multidimensional Virtual Reality-based Intervention to Increase Focus and Concentration during Online Education in Times of Crises". She worked as a trainee unity developer at INFINIA Mühendislik as part of the AIESTE exchange program. She is currently working as GA under the Qatar–Japan research collaboration on a project in telexistance and wearable robots. Her research interests include virtual reality, augmented reality, and wearable robotics.

Myesha Hoque is pursuing an MSc in Artificial Intelligence at Queen Mary University of London, where she is eager to expand her knowledge and skills in AI. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Qatar University, where her senior project on BLE beacon-based gate systems earned recognition in the CSE Senior Project Contest. She has also worked as a research assistant at Qatar University on a funded QJRC research project, gaining valuable experience in collaborative research. Additionally, she participated in the Qatar Computing Research Institute’s Summer Internship Program, contributing to a project on "Mapping the Evolution of Scientific Legacy," which received third place.

Abdullah Iskandar is a lecturer at the School of Computing, Telkom University, Indonesia, where he has been actively engaged in teaching and research. He is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in his third year at Waseda University, Japan, specializing in the field of telexistence robotics. His research focuses on designing and evaluating wearable non-humanoid robots for high-sense remote communication and multipurpose applications. He has a strong academic background, having earned his master’s degrees in computer science and engineering, Waseda University. His contributions to robotics and human–computer interaction include collaborations with international institutions and the exploration of innovative technologies such as IoT and object detection. He is also involved in various research projects aimed at advancing digital innovation through robotics, aligning with his commitment to shaping the future of computing and human–machine interaction.

Tatsuo Nakajima is a Professor in the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan. He leads the Distributed and Ubiquitous Computing Laboratory, focusing on distributed systems, ubiquitous computing, operating systems, and interaction design. His research encompasses digital–physical hybrid platforms and the sharing economy. Nakajima has contributed significantly to real-time systems and ambient intelligence, with his work being widely cited in academic circles. He also plays a key role in fostering international collaborations and advancing computer science education at Waseda University.