Dr. Maher Sabbah is an Associate Professor in the Biomedical Engineering Program within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the College of Engineering, Rafik Hariri University (RHU), Lebanon. With a strong interdisciplinary background, Dr. Sabbah's research lies at the intersection of medical imaging, electrophysiology, machine learning, and robotics. His work aims to develop innovative methods for intelligent disease detection systems, and optimized therapeutic interventions. He advocates for greater collaboration between academic research and clinical practice to enhance the quality, accessibility, and efficiency of medical services. Prior to joining RHU, Dr. Sabbah held lecturing positions at several institutions, where he contributed to both curriculum development and academic mentoring. He is an active ABET evaluator, engaging in upholding international accreditation standards and advancing engineering education.

Dr. Sabbah initiated and participated in collaborative projects that unite students, engineers, researchers, and social entrepreneurs to tackle healthcare challenges, that underscored his dedication to socially impactful innovation and community-driven solutions. He served as a Clinical Engineering consultant, overseeing medical technology operations in rural and resource-limited settings. In parallel, he led a biomedical firm serving Lebanon and the broader MENA region, focusing on medical testing equipment and X-ray safety technologies. In this capacity, he organized and delivered professional seminars and training workshops in collaboration with international experts from Germany and Canada. Dr. Sabbah is a published researcher in prestigious international conferences and peer-reviewed journals, including Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (MRM). His scholarly work continues to bridge the fields of engineering and medicine, contributing meaningful advancements to both.