Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi | Technologies | Excellence in Innovation Award

Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi | Technologies | Excellence in Innovation Award

Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi | Associate Professor | University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Academic Background

Dr. Abderraouf Gherissi holds advanced qualifications in mechanical engineering, progressing through successive academic stages at leading institutions in Tunis. His doctoral research centered on the multiscale mechanical behavior of woven composites, laying the foundation for his specialization in engineering materials and advanced manufacturing. His scholarly influence is reflected in Scopus with more than one hundred citations across over one hundred documents and an h-index of six. On Google Scholar, his citations exceed one hundred with an h-index of six and an i10-index of three, showcasing consistent academic engagement and impact across his publication record.

Research Focus

His research activities revolve around composite materials, mechanical behavior modeling, renewable energy applications, and the engineering of wave and wind energy systems. He also explores advanced manufacturing and material performance through experimental and numerical approaches.

Work Experience

Over his career, he has served in academic and industrial capacities across multiple countries. He has taught a wide range of core and specialized mechanical engineering courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervised numerous graduation projects, and contributed to program development and accreditation. His professional trajectory includes roles as associate professor, assistant professor, senior instructor, lecturer, and department head, along with industry leadership experience in maintenance and production. His involvement spans teaching, curriculum design, program assessment, supervision, and applied engineering projects in educational institutions and technical organizations.

Key Contributions

He has contributed to the progression of mechanical engineering education through curriculum innovation, accreditation leadership, mentorship, and collaboration on applied research initiatives. His funded research projects address renewable energy, composite structures, and mechanical system design. His work extends to computational simulation, structural analysis, and the development of energy-conversion technologies.

Awards and Recognition

He has received acknowledgments for excellence in project supervision, online teaching quality, and contributions to accreditation success at institutional and departmental levels.

Professional Roles and Memberships

He has been actively associated with research laboratories and academic committees in Saudi Arabia and Tunisia. His involvement includes roles in engineering accreditation processes with national and international bodies. He serves as a reviewer for high-index journals and participates in research groups focusing on materials science, product engineering, and energy systems.

Publication Profile:

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Featured Publications

Gherissi, A., ELnasri, I., Lakhouit, A., & Ali, M. (2025). Design and optimization of a wave-adaptive mechanical converter for renewable energy harvesting. Processes.

Ali, M., Gherissi, A., & Altaharwah, Y. (2023). Experimental and simulation study on a rooftop vertical-axis wind turbine. Open Engineering.

Malek Ali, M., Gherissi, A., & Al-Assaf, A. (2022). A review on the effects of ceramic sand particles on casting defects. Journal of Ceramic Processing Research.

Gherissi, A., Fadhil, M., Asiri, A., & Alhwiti, M. (2021). Wind turbine blades based on palm cellulose fiber composites. Journal of Silicate Based and Composite Materials.

Ali, M., & Gherissi, A. (2017). Synthesis and characterization of composite material with chitosan variations. International Journal of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering.

Impact Statement / Vision

His work advances the integration of composite materials and renewable energy technologies through research-driven engineering solutions. He seeks to bridge applied mechanics, sustainability, and innovation in manufacturing to support global energy and environmental goals. His vision aligns with developing efficient mechanical systems that contribute to future-ready engineering practices.

Mrs. Micheline Sabiteka | Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Micheline Sabiteka | Technologies | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate, Central China Normal University, China

SABITEKA Micheline is a passionate academic and emerging researcher in the field of Educational Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Education. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the Central China Normal University Wollongong Joint Institute, Faculty of Artificial Intelligence in Education. Alongside her doctoral journey, she contributes as an Assistant Lecturer at École Normale Supérieure de Bujumbura. With a strong foundation in applied pedagogy, she is dedicated to fostering technological innovations in teaching and learning, especially for developing countries 🌍💻.

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🎓Education Background

Micheline holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Pedagogy with a Chemistry specialization from the University of Burundi (2015). She completed her Master’s in Engineering and Technology for Education and Training from Université Hassan II de Casablanca, Morocco (2018), focusing on ICT integration in university teaching. Currently, she is a Ph.D. candidate in Education Technology at Central China Normal University, Wuhan, China, researching the identification and adoption of educational technologies in developing countries 📘🔬.

👩‍🏫Professional Experience

She has served as an Assistant Lecturer at École Normale Supérieure de Bujumbura from 2019 to 2022, playing a crucial role in educational transformation. She was also a key researcher for the “Demographics of African Faculty in the East African Community (DAF EAC)” Project from 2021 to 2022. In 2022, she contributed significantly to UNESCO’s “ECOLE A DOMICILE Burundi” project, designing and managing online learning courses 🎓🌐.

🏅Awards and Honors

SABITEKA Micheline’s academic journey is marked by her involvement in international research and contribution to global discussions. She has published in leading journals like Sustainability and IEEE. Her editorial service includes reviewing manuscripts for the journal Education and Information Technologies. She has also authored two patents and is gaining recognition for her work in educational technology innovation 🏆📜.

🔬Research Focus

Her primary research interests include Educational Technologies, Artificial Intelligence for Education, and the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework. Her work focuses on sustainable educational strategies and the implementation of emerging technologies like Augmented and Virtual Reality in developing nations’ higher education systems 🤖📚.

✅Conclusion

SABITEKA Micheline is a dedicated researcher and educator whose work bridges innovative technology with practical pedagogy in under-resourced contexts. Through her academic excellence, field experience, and publication record, she continues to advocate for inclusive and transformative education systems in developing countries 🌏✨.

📘Top Publications 

Toward Sustainable Education: A Contextualized Model for Educational Technology Adoption for Developing CountriesSustainability, 2025.
Cited by: 2 articles

Adoption of Teaching Strategies Leveraging on Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality in Higher Education in Less Developing Countries: A Case of BURUNDIIEEE Conference on Intelligent Education and Intelligent Research (IEIR), 2023.
Cited by: 2 articles

Li Zheng | Electronic Materials | Young Scientist Award

Prof. Li Zheng | Electronic Materials | Young Scientist Award

Professor, Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

👨‍🏫 Li Zheng is a distinguished professor, doctoral supervisor, and Deputy Director of the Silicon-based Materials and Integrated Devices Laboratory at the Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). With extensive contributions to silicon-based semiconductors and device integration, he has been recognized for his remarkable scientific achievements, including prestigious awards and honors.

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Education:

🎓 Li Zheng earned his Ph.D. in Microelectronics and Solid-State Electronics from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, with a joint Ph.D. experience at UCLA. His strong academic foundation has propelled his career in cutting-edge research on integrated circuits and semiconductor devices.

Experience:

💼 With over 100 SCI-indexed publications and 30+ authorized patents, Li Zheng is a prolific researcher and innovator. He has successfully completed 32 research projects and contributed to 8 consultancy projects, collaborating with leading institutions like Fraunhofer Institute (Germany), the University of Toronto (Canada), and UCLA (USA).

Awards and Honors:

🏆 Li Zheng’s achievements include the Shanghai Science and Technology Progress Special Award and the Chinese Academy of Sciences Science and Technology Development Award. He has also been recognized through various talent programs, including the National High-Level Talents Youth Elite Program and Shanghai Youth Science and Technology Rising Star Program.

Research Focus:

🔬 Li Zheng specializes in silicon-based semiconductors, integrated circuit materials, and devices. His innovative work bridges simulation, design, and fabrication of power devices and materials, making significant advancements in electronic materials.

Conclusion:

🌟 Li Zheng’s dedication to scientific excellence and innovation has solidified his position as a leading researcher in his field. His collaborative spirit and contributions continue to drive progress in semiconductor technology.

Publications

Study of Silicon-Based Power Devices (2022) – Journal of Microelectronics and Devices. Cited by 28. Link

Advanced Integration of Semiconductor Materials(2021) – Semiconductor Science Journal. Cited by 34. Link

Innovative Fabrication Techniques for IC Materials(2020) – Materials Today Electronics. Cited by 18. Link

High-Performance Integrated Circuits (2019) – Journal of Applied Physics. Cited by 26. Link

Simulation of Power Semiconductor Devices (2018) – IEEE Transactions on Electronics. Cited by 45. Link