Dr. Seyedali Mirjalili is a Professor and globally renowned leader in artificial intelligence andoptimization, recognized as the No. 1 AI researcher on Stanford University’s prestigious World’s Top Scientists list since 2023. He founded the Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research andOptimization in 2019 and serves as a Professor of AI at Torrens University Australia, with distinguished professorships in Hungary and the Czech Republic. With more than 600 researchpublications, 130,000 citations, and an H-index of 125, Prof. Mirjalili is among the top 1% of highly cited researchers worldwide. His contributions include developing AI algorithms widely applied in science and industry and delivering influential talks, including a TED Talk on AI's transformative potential. Prof. Mirjalili is a strong advocate for responsible and inclusive AI, and he has collaborated with industry and government on ethical AI tools. As a senior member of IEEE and an editor for leading AI journals, he significantly contributed to the advancements of fundamental and applied research in the field. Recognized as a top research leader by TheAustralian for five years, his insights have earned significant media attention, which showcaseshis influence as a global thought leader.