Editorial History Page

This section lists past contributors.

The International Journal of Intelligent Systems and Data Science (IJISDS) is guided by an international editorial team comprising leading scholars and professionals in data science, intelligent systems, information systems, computing technologies, and related interdisciplinary fields. Members of the editorial board contribute their time and expertise to uphold the journal’s academic integrity, editorial independence, and high standards of peer review.

Editorial decisions at IJISDS are made independently and without bias. The journal applies consistent and transparent editorial criteria across all submissions, ensuring fairness, rigor, and scholarly quality irrespective of discipline, methodology, or geographic origin. The editorial team works closely with reviewers to maintain a robust, ethical, and efficient review process.

In recognition of the valuable service provided by editors and reviewers, Femington formally acknowledges editorial and reviewer contributions through journal communications, annual reports, and public statements, reflecting the journal’s commitment to academic service and community engagement.

Founding Editor / Editor-in-Chief (EIC)

Editor-in-Chief - Afsar Khan

Afsar Khan is a Senior Architect in Enterprise Architecture with over two decades of experience designing and scaling enterprise-grade data platforms, distributed systems, and applied AI frameworks across Fortune 100 organizations. His work focuses on enabling secure, real-time data ecosystems and governing large-scale AI adoption in complex, high-stakes environments. He has led architecture and engineering initiatives at organizations including Capital One, Apple, and Lithia & Driveway, driving innovations in cloud-native systems, microservices, and data-driven decision platforms.

Beyond his corporate leadership, Afsar is an active researcher whose contributions include patented machine learning systems and high-impact platforms that improve operational efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across enterprise domains. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in cutting-edge areas such as Generative AI, Large Language Model (LLM) optimization, and malware analytics.

Advisory & Guest Editors

IJISDS may appoint Advisory Editors and Guest Editors for special issues, thematic sections, or emerging research areas. These appointments are made based on subject-matter expertise, research leadership, and editorial experience.