Muhammad Irfan Ph.D — CEO
I hold a PhD in Communications with expertise in media and communication studies, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, sociology, and political science at both local and geopolitical levels. My research examines radicalisation, extremism, counter-extremism, terrorism, Islamophobia, hate speech, and far-right politics and policies in Europe. A core element of this work has been the development of de-radicalisation models and counter-narratives informed by audience research. I work in higher education with a focus on pedagogy and academic integrity, and I publish on the application of AI in teaching and learning. I have contributed to the design of hybrid pedagogical approaches consistent with Universal Design for Learning, enhancing accessibility and participation. Alongside this, I carry out policy-related research that connects education, security, and communication and informs both academic and governmental debates. My experience across institutions and organisations in Europe, America, and Asia has shaped a multidisciplinary approach that draws on media studies, sociology, and political science. This allows me to address both the drivers of extremism and the communicative strategies used to counter it, as well as the wider social and political implications of digital platforms. With P.hD and Three master’s degrees in Mass Communication, Media and Journalism, and Applied Linguistics, I continue to pursue research, teaching, and policy work that brings together education, communication, politics, and AI.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a specialist in Educational Technology and Media Communication with a focus on AI integration.
Experience: 13 yrs 10 mos
Skills
- Artificial Intelligence (ai)
- Ai Policy
- Research
- Qualitative Research
- Project Management
- Digital Media
- Strategy
- Data Analysis
Career Highlights
- PhD in Communications with a focus on AI in education.
- Expertise in counter-extremism and digital media strategies.
- Multidisciplinary approach across Europe, America, and Asia.
Work Experience
Dundalk Institute of Technology
Ed-Tech (2 yrs 1 mo)
Higher Education Commission Central Asia
Researcher and Curricula Designer for Artificial Intelligence in Social Sciences (11 mos)
Academic Integrity Expert (Specialising AI Practices, Pedagogies and Polices) (9 mos)
Artificial Intelligence Consultancy Services & Digitalisation of Media & Communication (1 yr 11 mos)
University of Limerick
Researcher (3 yrs 8 mos)
Researcher (4 yrs)
Troy University
Visiting Lecturer (7 mos)
Samaa News Network, for Digital Counter Narrative
Project based Senior Reporter (5 yrs)
Department of Communication & Media Sciences, Khushal Khan Khattak University Karak,
Lecturer (3 yrs 1 mo)
University of Swat
Faculty Lecturer (1 yr 2 mos)
Collaboration with NY Times & International Herald Tribune, for The Express Tribune Media Group
Senior Correspondent (4 yrs)
Press and Information Department, Northwest Frontier Province
Public Relations Specialist (3 yrs)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at University of Limerick
Master of Social Science at International Islamic University, Islamabad
Master of Arts - MA at University of Peshawar
Master of Arts - MA at University of Peshawar
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) at Shaykh Zayed Islamic Centre
Communication and media studies at Alabama State University