I received the BSc and PhD degrees in Mathematics, both from the University of Granada (Spain)
in 1989 and 2000, respectively. In August 2003, I joined De Montfort University (DMU) as a Senior Lecturer. In August 2006, I became a Principal Lecturer and in October 2007 I was awarded the title of Reader in Computational Intelligence. In May 2012, I was appointed Professor of Computational Intelligence and Decision Making.
Highly Cited Researcher in the field of Computer Science - 2018
Highly Cited Researcher in the field of Computer Science - 2019
Highly Cited Researcher in the field of Computer Science - 2020
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THE WRU)
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THE WUR) table for computer science subject uses the same 13 performance indicators as the overall World University Rankings, but their weight has been recalibrated to suit the CS field.
The 2019 computer science ranking includes 684 universities. DMU was ranked 201–250 in Computer Science and 26th of the 53 listed UK Universities. DMU was ranked 14th among the UK University in Citations - Research Influence.
The 2020 computer science ranking includes 750 universities. DMU was ranked 201–250 in Computer Science and 24th of the 54 listed UK Universities. DMU increased significantly its 2019 ranking position in the Citations - Research Influence being 4th among the 54 listed UK Universities.
Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities
The 2015 Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) presents the world top 500 universities, as well as the top universities by broad subject fields and for five selected subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science and Economics/Business). DMU achieved a top 101-150th position for the subject area of Computer Science, out of 200 institutions. There were 16 UK universities ranked for computer science and DMU is the only post-92 UK institution in the Computer Science ranking in joint 9th UK position.
Using a different methodology to 2015, based on research productivity quality, citation, impact, international collaboration, global influence and academic awards, the Shanghai Rankings the 2017 Global Ranking for Computer Science lists the top 500 institutions in the world. DMU is in the 151-200 block of top universities in CS. DMU is 16th out of the 33 UK universities ranked for computer science. DMU was ranked world 6th based on the CNCI criterion (Category Normalized Citation Impact from InCites database to measure average impact of papers authored by an institution in an Academic Subject), and 102th based on the IC criterion (the percentage of Internationally Collaborated papers authored by an institution in an Academic Subject).
The 2018 Global Shanghai Ranking for Computer Science (research) lists DMU with a top ranking of 309 out of the 500 institutions listed. The CS ranking can be consulted at here and the Methodology implemented here. There are 38 UK Universities listed in CS and DMU is ranked 25/38. DMU is also ranked 20/500 (World) based on the CNCI criterion [2nd/38 (UK)] and 111th/500 (World) based on the IC criterion [23rd/38 (UK)].
The 2019 Global Shanghai Ranking for Computer Science (research) lists DMU with a top ranking of 202 out of the 500 institutions listed. The CS ranking can be consulted at here and the Methodology implemented here. There are 38 UK Universities listed in CS and DMU is ranked 21/38. DMU is also ranked World joint 1st/500 based on the CNCI criterion with 100% (only UK institution) [1st/38 (UK)] and 59th/500 (World) based on the IC criterion [15th/38 (UK)].
The 2020 Global Shanghai Ranking for Computer Science (research) lists DMU with a top ranking of 183 out of the 500 institutions listed. The CS ranking can be consulted at here and the Methodology implemented here. There are 39 UK Universities listed in CS and DMU is ranked joint 13th/39. DMU is also ranked World joint 1st/500 based on the CNCI criterion with 100% (only UK institution) [1st/39 (UK)] and 32nd/500 (World) based on the IC criterion [5th/39 (UK)].
UoA11: Computer Science and Informatics REF2014 results
| 2014 | UoA11 CSI | FTE | 4* | 3* | 2* | 1* | U | |
| Overall | 24.7 | 9 | 48 | 40 | 3 | 0 | ||
| Outputs | 24.7 | 13.5 | 38.4 | 43.3 | 4.8 | 0 | ||
| Impact | 24.7 | 0 | 66.7 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Environment | 24.7 | 0 | 65 | 35 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | UoA23 CSI | FTE | 4* | 3* | 2* | 1* | U | |
| Overall | 22.3 | 10 | 35 | 40 | 15 | 0 |
- The percentage of DMU UoA11 Computer Science and Informatics research graded as 4* (world leading) or 3* (internationally excellent) increased 12 points to 57% from 45% in 2008. The percentage of research graded as 1* decreased 12 points to 3% from 15% in 2008.
- DMU UoA11 Computer Science and Informatics is ranked 50/89 in the UK in terms of Grade Point Average (GPA) with 2.63 in 2014. This is an increase from a GPA of 2.40 and ranking position 53/81 in 2008.
- Using Research Power (GPA times submitted staff FTEs) DMU UoA11 Computer Science and Informatics moves up 3 places from 2008 to an overall position 35/89.
- DMU UoA11 Computer Science and Informatics is Overall 2nd in the East Midlands and the 4th best modern universities.
Current Position (De Montfort University)
- Professor of Computational Intelligence and Decision Making
- Interim Associate Dean of Research and Innovation (Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media) from September 2018 to July 2019
- Visiting Scholar at the Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (University of Granada) from July 2018 to June 2020
- Honorary Professor in the Department of Mathematics (University of Leicester) from 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2018
- Programme Leader of MSc Intelligent Systems (IS)/Intelligent Systems and Robotics (ISR)
- Coordinator of the Doctoral Training Programme in Intelligent Systems (DTP IS)
- Coordinator of REF UOA 11: Computer Science and Informatics
- Member of the Faculty of Technology Scholarship Panel
- Member of the School of Computer Science and Informatics Research Committee
- Member of the School of Computer Science and Informatics Industrial Liaison Committee
Employment History
- Founder and Co-Director of DIGITS - De Montfort University Interdisciplinary Group in Intelligent Transport Systems, Faculty of Technology, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (2011-2013)
- Reader in Computational Intelligence, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (October 2007-May 2012)
- Principal Lecturer, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (August 2006-October 2007)
- Senior Lecturer, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (August 2003-July 2006)
- School Treasurer and Head of Administration, IES Guadalpin, Marbella, Spain (August 2002-July 2003)
- Secondary School Teacher, Regional Government of Andalucia, Spain (September 1990-July 2003)
- Research Associate, Department of Statistics, University of Granada, Spain (May 1990-September 1990)
- Temporary Lecturer, Department of Algebra, University of Granada, Spain (January 1990-March 1990)
Academic Qualifications
- Certificate Successful completion of HEA accredited pathway for staff new to teaching in Higher Education, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (September 2005)
- Outstanding Award for a PhD in Mathematics for the academic year 1999/2000, University of Granada, Spain (27 November 2002)
- PhD in Mathematics (Distinction Cum Laude), Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of Granada, Spain (24 March 2000)
- Public examination to become part of government civil service as a secondary school teacher, Ministry of Education and Science, Spanish Government (July 1990)
- Degree in Mathematics (Statistics & Operational Research), University of Granada, Spain (1984-1989)
- Certificate of Pedagogic Aptitude, Institute of Educational Science, University of Granada, Spain (1989)
Memberships
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK