Key Note Speakers

Mohamed Elkarmoty is Associate Professor of the Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Director of the Rock Engineering Laboratory of the Faculty of Engineering – Cairo University (2018 to present). Since 2018 he has been Deputy Coordinator of the ScanPyramids project. Mohamed received his bachelor's degree in 2009 and his master's degree in 2013 in Mining Engineering from Cairo University. He obtained his doctorate (2014-2018) from the DICAM Department of the University of Bologna. Mohamed has 14 years of experience teaching different geo-engineering and mining engineering modules. His research interests are open-pit quarry design and optimization, rock material characterization, non-destructive testing, scientific methods for cultural heritage, and geothermal energy. Mohamed has published more than 25 articles in international journals and prestigious conferences. He has participated in more than 30 engineering projects for mining, construction and archaeological restoration. He has won several research projects, prizes and recognitions. He was recently awarded the Encouragement Prize in Engineering Sciences by Cairo University (2022) and is awaiting signature as co-owner of the UNESCO-approved project for the creation of a Chair in Science and Technology for Cultural Heritage at Cairo University

Dr. Angus Maxwell is the Founder and CEO of Maxwell GeoSystems Ltd., a leading provider of advanced data management solutions for the construction and infrastructure industries. With over three decades of experience in the geotechnical engineering field, Dr. Maxwell has consistently demonstrated a commitment to innovation, transforming the way large-scale projects are managed and monitored globally.

Under his leadership, Maxwell GeoSystems has grown from a small start-up into a global company with a presence in major markets across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company’s flagship platform, MissionOS, is widely recognised for its ability to integrate disparate data sources, offering unparalleled insights and enabling informed decision-making in real-time.

 Dr. Maxwell is a respected figure in the geotechnical community, regularly contributing to academic journals and speaking at international conferences. His work has earned him several prestigious awards, and he continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the construction and infrastructure sectors.