Professor at Oran’s Higher School of Electrical and Energy Engineering (ESG2E), Algeria
Prof. Lahouari Semlala is a leading expert in theoretical physics, specializing in quantum chromodynamics and hybrid mesons. With a PhD from the University of Oran-1, he has over two decades of experience in academia and research. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of gluon dynamics and strong interactions, often collaborating with experimental data from the Large Hadron Collider. As the Manager of the 3M Research Team, he combines theoretical modeling with advanced measurement and simulation techniques to explore complex physical systems.
Professional Profile
Education
- DES in Theoretical Physics: University of Oran-1, September 1998
- Magister in Theoretical Physics: University of Oran-1, April 2002
- PhD in Theoretical Physics: University of Oran-1, June 2010
Professional Experience
Prof. Semlala has been teaching and conducting research in theoretical physics for over two decades. Between 2002 and 2025, he has taught undergraduate courses in classical and modern physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, atomic and nuclear physics, and waves and vibrations. At the graduate level, his lectures cover advanced topics such as quark interactions (electroweak and strong), Monte Carlo simulations in high-energy physics, and an introduction to Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD).
He serves as the Manager of the 3M Research Team (Measurement, Modeling, and Metrology) at the Complex System Lab @ESG2E. His expertise extends to advanced simulations and theoretical modeling in high-energy physics.
Research Interest
- Theoretical modeling of hybrid mesons, investigating their masses and strong decays using the quark model with gluon constituents.
- Understanding the impact of infrared effects on the mass of constituent gluons and effective strong interactions, particularly in the properties of hybrid mesons.
- Measurements of the perturbative strong interaction through experimental data from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), particularly via ATLAS and CMS experiments.
- Exploration of exotic resonances, including the 1⁻⁺π(1400), and the theoretical underpinnings of strong coupling constants in quantum field theory.
Author Metric
Prof. Semlala has contributed extensively to theoretical physics, particularly in the fields of hybrid mesons, quantum chromodynamics (QCD), and high-energy particle physics. His research outputs are frequently cited in studies related to the strong force and experimental validations from the LHC. His academic and research metrics include:
- Numerous publications on hybrid mesons, strong coupling constants, and gluon dynamics.
- Collaborative work with major international physics experiments like ATLAS and CMS.
- Contributions to theoretical models that bridge quantum field theory and experimental findings.
Publications Top Noted
Hybrid States from Constituent Glue Model
International Journal of Modern Physics A, 2008
Citations: 18
- Introduced a detailed model of hybrid mesons based on constituent gluons.
Determination of the Strong Coupling Constant from ATLAS Measurements
arXiv preprint, 2017
Citations: 5
- Derived strong coupling constants from experimental photon cross-section measurements at 7 TeV.
The Hybrid Meson: New Results from the Updated mg and αs Parameters
International Journal of Modern Physics A, 2011
Citations: 5
- Presented updated theoretical predictions for hybrid meson properties.
Hybrid Mesons Masses in a Quark-Gluon Constituent Model
arXiv preprint, 2002
Citations: 4
- Early exploration of hybrid meson mass spectrum using quark-gluon models.
Hybrid Meson Interpretation of the Exotic Resonance π₁(1600)
Advances in High Energy Physics, 2020
Citations: 2
- Provided theoretical evidence for interpreting π₁(1600) as a hybrid meson state.
Conclusion
Prof. Lahouari Semlala is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His extensive contributions to quantum chromodynamics, hybrid mesons, and gluon dynamics have advanced theoretical physics and provided valuable insights for experimental validations at the LHC. His leadership in research, combined with two decades of academic teaching, reflects his dedication to the advancement of science.
To further bolster his case for this award, focusing on improving citation metrics, mentoring young researchers, and increasing public engagement could amplify the recognition of his work. Overall, Prof. Semlala’s expertise and contributions make him a deserving candidate for this honor.