Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zied Hajej | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zied Hajej | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | University of Lorraine | France

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zied Hajej is an internationally recognized academic and researcher whose work is firmly positioned at the core of Engineering, with sustained contributions across industrial Engineering, systems Engineering, computational Engineering, and decision oriented Engineering frameworks. His expertise integrates Engineering optimization, Engineering analytics, Engineering intelligence, and Engineering driven modeling to address complex production, maintenance, logistics, and reliability challenges. He has authored and co authored more than thirty peer reviewed journal articles, numerous international conference papers, books, and software solutions, reflecting a strong Engineering research portfolio with high global visibility. His Engineering research emphasizes integrated production and maintenance Engineering, sustainable Engineering systems, renewable energy Engineering, and data driven Engineering strategies supported by artificial intelligence and machine learning. He maintains active Engineering collaborations with leading international universities, research laboratories, and industrial partners, strengthening interdisciplinary Engineering innovation and knowledge transfer. His Engineering contributions have influenced industrial practices, improved system reliability, and supported sustainable societal outcomes through efficient Engineering solutions. Google Scholar profile of 1083 Citations, 18 h index, 32 i10 index.

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Chengbo Tian | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Chengbo Tian | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics | China

Mr. Chengbo Tian is an emerging researcher whose work demonstrates strong Engineering depth and applied Engineering relevance in smart materials and intelligent systems. His Engineering expertise centers on pvc gel based actuation and sensing, advancing Engineering solutions for tactile interfaces, wearable Engineering devices, and human centered Engineering technologies. Through rigorous Engineering research, he has authored multiple peer reviewed Engineering publications indexed in major databases, generating measurable Engineering impact through citations and international visibility. His Engineering innovations include patented Engineering designs for braille displays, flexible sensors, and bioinspired actuators, reflecting translational Engineering value and real world applicability. Active Engineering collaborations with multidisciplinary research teams strengthen knowledge exchange and foster scalable Engineering outcomes. His Engineering contributions support inclusive Engineering technologies, particularly assistive Engineering systems that enhance accessibility and embodied intelligence. Overall, his Engineering profile reflects sustained research productivity, collaborative Engineering practice, and societal Engineering impact aligned with global Engineering standards and expectations. Scopus profile of 29 Citations, 7 Documents, 4 h- index

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Taofiq Mohammed | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Taofiq Mohammed | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Graduate Researcher | Georgia Institute of Technology | United States

Mr. Taofiq Mohammed is an emerging engineering researcher with strong expertise in engineering applications related to sustainable construction materials, advanced engineering composites, and innovative engineering solutions for concrete and cementitious systems. His engineering research focuses on geopolymer engineering, fiber reinforced engineering materials, and durability driven engineering performance optimization. He has contributed peer reviewed engineering publications in reputable international journals, addressing critical engineering challenges in material sustainability, structural performance, and resource efficiency. His engineering work involves experimental engineering design, microstructural engineering analysis, and standards based engineering testing, supporting global engineering collaborations across academia. Through interdisciplinary engineering approaches, his research demonstrates measurable societal impact by promoting low carbon engineering materials, waste valorization in engineering practice, and resilient engineering infrastructure. His engineering contributions strengthen sustainable engineering development and knowledge transfer within the global engineering community. Google Scholar profile reports 2 citations, 1 h-index, 0 i10-index.

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Dr. Adewale Sedara | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Adewale Sedara | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Research Associate | University of Wisconsin-Madison | United States

Dr. Adewale Sedara is a distinguished scholar whose work demonstrates sustained excellence in Engineering research, innovation, and applied impact. His expertise spans Engineering design optimization, Engineering simulation, Engineering soil machine interaction, and Engineering systems modeling, with a strong emphasis on data driven Engineering solutions. Dr. Adewale Sedara has authored multiple peer reviewed Engineering publications that collectively reflect rigorous Engineering methodology and practical Engineering relevance, generating notable citation impact within the global Engineering community. His Engineering research integrates advanced computational Engineering tools with experimental Engineering validation, strengthening collaboration across academic and industry focused Engineering environments. Through interdisciplinary Engineering partnerships, his contributions advance sustainable Engineering practices, agricultural Engineering efficiency, and infrastructure Engineering performance. His Engineering outcomes support societal needs by improving resource efficiency, environmental resilience, and technology driven Engineering decision making. Dr. Adewale Sedara continues to influence Engineering scholarship through high quality Engineering dissemination, collaborative Engineering engagement, and impactful Engineering innovation. Google Scholar profile of 113 Citations, 5 h- index, 2 i10- index.

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Dr. Leyu Wang | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Leyu Wang | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Research Professor | Goerge Mason University | United States

Dr. Leyu Wang is a highly accomplished researcher whose work demonstrates sustained excellence in engineering across multidisciplinary domains. His expertise centers on advanced engineering simulation, battery safety engineering, multiphysics engineering modeling, fracture mechanics engineering, and intelligent engineering material characterization. He has authored nineteen peer reviewed publications with strong citation visibility, reflecting the impact of his engineering contributions to battery engineering, vehicle engineering safety, aerospace engineering applications, and computational engineering methods. Dr. Leyu Wang plays a leading role in collaborative engineering projects with governmental agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions, contributing authoritative engineering frameworks for battery engineering safety, electric vehicle engineering crash analysis, and lightweight engineering design. His engineering research supports societal advancement by improving transportation engineering safety, sustainable energy engineering systems, and predictive engineering tools used in policy and industrial decision making. Through high impact engineering publications, interdisciplinary engineering collaboration, and translational engineering innovation, he continues to advance global engineering knowledge and applied engineering solutions. ORCID profile of 19 Documents.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Mosallanejad | Engineering | Excellence in Research

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Mosallanejad | Engineering | Excellence in Research

Professor | Shahid Beheshti Univesity | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Mosallanejad is a recognized academic and researcher whose expertise lies broadly within Engineering, with a strong focus on electrical and power Engineering systems. His work in Engineering spans power electronics, HVDC technologies, power system analysis, and advanced Engineering modeling and simulation. He has made sustained contributions to Engineering through high quality journal articles, conference publications, and applied Engineering solutions addressing complex industrial challenges. His research output includes numerous peer reviewed Engineering publications that have attracted wide international citations, reflecting strong global visibility and impact within the Engineering community. He has actively collaborated with Engineering researchers, industry experts, and multidisciplinary teams, strengthening knowledge transfer between academic Engineering research and real world Engineering applications. Through Engineering driven innovation, his work has supported improvements in energy systems reliability, efficiency, and technological sustainability, demonstrating clear societal and industrial relevance. His Engineering contributions continue to influence modern Engineering practices, policy oriented research, and future Engineering developments at both national and international levels. Google Scholar profile of 963 Citations, 16 h-index, 30 i10 index.

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Prof. Ramsey F. Hamade | Engineering Mechanics | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Ramsey F. Hamade | Engineering Mechanics | Research Excellence Award

Professor | American University of Beirut | Lebanon

Prof. Ramsey F. Hamade is a globally respected scholar and innovator whose work is firmly rooted in Engineering Mechanics and whose contributions span advanced manufacturing science applied design and applied analysis. His expertise in Engineering Mechanics integrates experimental investigation computational modeling and applied Engineering Mechanics for materials processing machining joining and structural response. Through sustained research leadership Engineering Mechanics has been advanced across friction based processing nondestructive evaluation biomedical applications and sustainable manufacturing with Engineering Mechanics serving as the unifying scientific framework. He has authored more than eighty peer reviewed journal articles book chapters and patents reflecting strong productivity and influence in Engineering Mechanics research. His work demonstrates impactful collaboration with international academic and industrial partners translating Engineering Mechanics knowledge into practical technologies and societal benefit. The outcomes include improved material performance safer structures enhanced medical solutions and sustainable engineering practices all grounded in Engineering Mechanics rigor and relevance. His scholarly influence and visibility are reflected in the professional words Google Scholar profile of 2161 Citations, 26 h-index, 53 i10 index.

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Evaluating the Learning Process of Mechanical CAD Students

RF Hamade, HA Artail, MY Jaber — Computers & Education, Vol. 49(3), pp. 640–661, 2007

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Relating Grain Size to the Zener–Hollomon Parameter for Twin-Roll-Cast AZ31B Alloy Refined by Friction Stir Processing

AH Ammouri, G Kridli, G Ayoub, RF Hamade — Journal of Materials Processing Technology, Vol. 222, pp. 301–306, 2015

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Design and Testing of a Locally Made Loop-Type Thermosyphonic Heat Sink for Stove-Top Thermoelectric Generators

R Nuwayhid, RF Hamade — Renewable Energy, Vol. 30(7), pp. 1101–1116, 2005

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A Case for Aggressive Drilling of Aluminum

RF Hamade, F Ismail — Journal of Materials Processing Technology, Vol. 166(1), pp. 86–97, 2005

Cited by 92


Extracting Cutting Force Coefficients from Drilling Experiments

RF Hamade, CY Seif, F Ismail — International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, Vol. 46(3–4), pp. 387–396, 2006

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Silani | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Silani | Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | Isfahan University of Technology | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Silani is a distinguished figure in Engineering research, widely recognized for his contributions to computational mechanics, multiscale material modeling, fracture mechanics, and advanced numerical simulations. With an extensive background in Engineering applications, his work integrates molecular dynamics, finite element analysis, stochastic modeling, and phase-field theory to address complex material behavior in composite and nanocomposite structures. His Engineering research extends across multiscale modeling, machine learning–assisted simulations, and high-fidelity experimentation, establishing him as a leading contributor to Engineering innovation in computational materials science. He has served in multiple advanced academic and scientific capacities, has supervised doctoral and postgraduate research, and has actively collaborated internationally with institutions and Engineering research groups across Europe, Asia, and Australia. His scholarly output reflects a strong Engineering foundation, comprising many high-impact journal publications, conference contributions, and collaborations that have advanced computational Engineering and numerical methodology. His work on nanostructures, wear modeling, fatigue crack propagation, and hydrogen embrittlement demonstrates a deep Engineering perspective in bridging theory, simulation, and physical behavior. As a reviewer for numerous international journals, his expertise supports the global Engineering community through critical evaluation and scientific refinement. His research continues to influence structural integrity, biomaterial mechanics, lattice optimization, composites Engineering, mechanical design, and simulation-driven material development at multi-scale and multi-physics levels. His sustained contributions to Engineering research, academic leadership, and scientific cooperation reflect a career dedicated to advancing knowledge, improving computational frameworks, and developing reliable Engineering tools for industrial and scientific application. His work stands as a reference point for emerging researchers in Engineering modeling and mechanical material characterization, highlighting precision, innovation, and impactful academic leadership in modern Engineering science. Google Scholar profile of 3041 Citations, 22 h-index, 32 i10-index.

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Featured Publications

1. Koupaei, F. B., Javanbakht, M., Silani, M., Mosallanejad, M. H., & Saboori, A. (2026). Mechanics-based phase-field model for directional microstructure evolution: Multiscale finite element simulation of IN718 in DED process. Computational Materials Science, 261, 114342.

2. Sabetghadam-Isfahani, A., Silani, M., Javanbakht, M., & others. (2025). Molecular dynamics analysis of temperature and shear stress effects on nickel bi-crystal amorphization. Iranian Journal of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, e732047.

3. Varshabi, N., Jafari, M., Jamshidian, M., Silani, M., Thamburaja, P., & Rabczuk, T. (2025). Phase-field modeling of stressed grain growth in nanocrystalline metals. International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 110951.

4. Saffari, M. M., Javanbakht, M., Silani, M., & Jafarzadeh, H. (2025). Stress analysis of nanostructures including nanovoids and inclusions based on nonlocal elasticity theory with different kernels. International Journal of Applied Mechanics, 17(6), 2550041.

5. Sabetghadam-Isfahani, A., Javanbakht, M., & Silani, M. (2025). Atomistic-informed phase-field modeling of edge dislocation evolution in Σ3, Σ9, and Σ19 silicon bi-crystals. Computational Materials Science, 254, 113893.

Sarra Senouci | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Mrs. Sarra Senouci | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Sarra Senouci | University of Electronic Science and Technology of China | Algeria

Mrs. Sarra Senouci is an active contributor to contemporary Engineering research, recognized for her commitment to advancing scholarly inquiry and strengthening collaborative scientific networks. Her work reflects a rigorous approach to Engineering challenges, integrating analytical methodologies with practical applications that support innovation across multiple Engineering domains. Mrs. Sarra Senouci has contributed to the broader Engineering community through focused research outputs that highlight both technical depth and interdisciplinary relevance. Her publications demonstrate a clear engagement with emerging Engineering problems, addressing key gaps and offering solutions that align with global priorities in Engineering development, sustainability, and technological advancement. Throughout her professional journey, Mrs. Sarra Senouci has participated in collaborative initiatives that enhance the visibility and applicability of Engineering research. Her scholarly activities reinforce the importance of Engineering as a driver of societal progress, with particular emphasis on structured problem-solving and evidence-based approaches. By contributing to peer-reviewed scientific work, she supports the continuous growth of Engineering knowledge and the dissemination of high-quality research findings. Her academic presence underscores a dedication to Engineering excellence, methodological precision, and constructive international collaboration. Mrs. Sarra Senouci’s research interests intersect with multiple branches of Engineering, allowing her to engage with diverse scientific communities and contribute meaningfully to multidisciplinary Engineering dialogues. Her work aligns with global standards in Engineering innovation, reflecting a strong orientation toward impactful research that supports technological and societal advancement. As a researcher, she emphasizes integrity, analytical clarity, and a sustained commitment to Engineering-driven solutions that benefit both academic and industrial ecosystems. Her contributions continue to reinforce the role of Engineering as a foundational pillar of modern scientific progress. Google Scholar profile of 4 Citations, 1 h-index, 0 i10-index.

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Featured Publications

1. Senouci, S., Madoune, S. A., Senouci, M. R., Senouci, A., & Tang, Z. (2025). A novel PRNG for fiber optic transmission. Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, 192, 116038.

2. Madoune, S. A., Senouci, S., Dingde, J., & Senouci, A. (2024). Deep convolutional neural network-based high-precision and speed DDOS detection in SDN environments. In 2024 21st International Computer Conference on Wavelet Active Media.

3. Madoune, S. A., Senouci, S., Setitra, M. A., & Dingde, J. (2024). Toward robust DDOS detection in SDN: Leveraging feature engineering and ensemble learning. In 2024 21st International Computer Conference on Wavelet Active Media.

4. Madoune, S. A., Senouci, S., De Jiang, D., Senouci, M. R., Daoud, M. A., & others. (2025). A novel approach for real-time DDoS detection in SDN using dimensionality reduction and ensemble learning. Journal of Information Security and Applications, 94, 104195.

5. Senouci, S., Madoune, S. A., Senouci, M. R., Senouci, A., & Zhangchuan, T. (2024). A new chaotic based cryptographically secure pseudo random number generator. In 2024 21st International Computer Conference on Wavelet Active Media.

Mohammadmahdi Negaresh | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Mr. Mohammadmahdi Negaresh | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Polymer Researcher | Amirkabir University of Technology | Iran

Mr. Mohammadmahdi Negaresh is an accomplished researcher whose work reflects a strong commitment to Engineering innovation, Engineering advancement, and Engineering oriented problem solving across multidisciplinary research environments. His contributions demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of Engineering principles, with a focus on developing solutions that support scientific progress and practical applications. His scholarly outputs highlight a consistent engagement with Engineering methodologies, and his collaborations underscore the value he brings to collective scientific endeavors in Engineering driven fields. As an active contributor to high quality publications, he has authored multiple Engineering related studies that extend technical knowledge and strengthen global research dialogue. His work represents a meaningful intersection of Engineering practice and scientific inquiry, emphasizing analytical depth, research precision, and purposeful academic direction. Through his involvement in impactful collaborative projects, he demonstrates how Engineering insights can enhance societal development, industrial capability, and technological growth. His research contributions show continued refinement of Engineering concepts applied to real world challenges, offering clear evidence of professional dedication and scholarly integrity. With an established record of publications and citations within reputable academic sources, he remains a recognized contributor whose work promotes Engineering excellence and Engineering based solutions with sustained relevance. His scientific engagement reflects a strong alignment with international research standards, reinforcing the importance of Engineering competence within collaborative networks and research communities. His ability to integrate Engineering knowledge with emerging research themes demonstrates both academic maturity and technical expertise. This professional profile positions him as a valuable figure who continues to support the progression of Engineering scholarship and its broader societal impacts with clarity, quality, and commitment. Scopus profile of 15 Citations, 4 Documents, 3 h index.

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Featured Publication

1. Poly(lactic acid)/poly(ε-caprolactone) blends: Separate effects of nanocalcium carbonate and glycidyl methacrylate on interfacial characteristics. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials. (2024).