A faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Tabuk, Dr Ali holds a PhD in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering He has extensive experience in teaching and curriculum development in areas such as Traffic Engineering, Highway Design, and Smart Transportation His research interests focus on emerging transportation technologies, with a particular emphasis on the interaction between pedestrians and autonomous vehicles (AVs) and the development of External Human-Machine Interfaces (eHMI) to enhance traffic safety Dr Ali’s work aligns with future-oriented projects, including the integration of smart transportation solutions in Neom and other innovative urban developments