Prof. Mohamed Y. E. Selim | Energy and Environment | Best Researcher Award

Professor at UAE University, United Arab Emirates

Prof. Mohamed Younes El-Saghir Selim is a full-time Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). With over 27 years of experience at UAEU, he has significantly contributed to the fields of combustion, alternative fuels, and engine performance. He has been recognized among the top 2% of world scientists by Stanford University in recent years.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Cambridge, UK, 1992
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Helwan University, Egypt, 1989
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Helwan University, Egypt, 1985

Professional Experience

• Full Professor, Mechanical Engineering, UAE University (2013–Present)
• Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, UAE University (2001–2013)
• Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, UAE University (1997–2001)
• Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Helwan University (1992–1997)
• Consultant, HVAC and piping design projects in Dubai and Egypt
• Chair, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department, UAEU (2017–2023)

Research Interests

• Alternative fuels and their impact on engine performance
• Combustion and emission control
• Hydrogen and biofuels in internal combustion engines
• Noise emission regulations and environmental sustainability

Awards and Honors

• Listed among the Top 2% of world scientists by Stanford University
• UAE University College of Engineering Award for Excellence in Community Services (2007)
• Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Merit Scholarship Award (1995)

Conclusion

Prof. Selim is a distinguished researcher and educator in mechanical engineering, specializing in alternative fuels and combustion. His contributions to academia, industry, and environmental sustainability have been widely recognized through numerous awards, publications, and leadership roles.

Publications

Articles

Impact of Intake Air Pressure and Temperature on Performance and Hydrogen Knock Limit in a Spark-Ignition Engine Using Hydrogen-Gasoline Blends
S.T.P. Purayil, M.O. Hamdan, S.A.B. Al-Omari, M.Y. Selim, E.J. Elnajjar
Applied Thermal Engineering, 2025
Citations: 0

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Influence of Alcohol Blend Fuels on Performance and Noise Emission in Spark Ignition Engine
A.M. Ansari, L.A. Memon, F.A. Solangi, M.T. Ghannam, M.Y. Selim
International Journal of Thermofluids, 2025
Citations: 0

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Combustion and Engine Roughness of Water − Jojoba Biodiesel Emulsions in Diesel Engine
I. Ayad, M.Y. Selim, M.T. Ghannam
Energy Conversion and Management: X, 2025
Citations: 0

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Influence of Ethanol–Gasoline–Hydrogen and Methanol–Gasoline–Hydrogen Blends on the Performance and Hydrogen Knock Limit of a Lean-Burn Spark Ignition Engine
S.T.P. Purayil, M.O. Hamdan, S.A.B. Al-Omari, M.Y. Selim, E.J. Elnajjar
Fuel, 2024
Citations: 7

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Open Access

Experimental Study of Particulate Matter Emission for a Diesel Engine Fueled with Nanoparticles and Biofuel/Diesel Blends
A.M. Ansari, L.A. Memon, M.Y. Selim
International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024
Citations: 9

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Open Access

Utilization of Hydrogen and Methane as Energy Carriers with Exhaust Gas Recirculation for Sustainable Diesel Engines
M. Sekar, M.Y. Selim, H.E. Saleh, M. Elgendi
Energy Conversion and Management: X, 2024
Citations: 2

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Review Articles

A Review on Slurry-Based Fuels for Engines and Furnaces: Preparation, Stability, Emission Characteristics, and Applications
M.F. Siddique, M.Y. Selim, M. Elgendi, M.T. Ghannam
International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024
Citations: 8

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Technical Papers

Viscoelastic Performance Evaluation of Petrol Oil and Different Macromolecule Materials
M.T. Ghannam, M.Y. Selim
International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024
Citations: 1

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Combustion of Date Stone and Jojoba Solid Waste in a Hybrid Rocket-like Combustion Chamber
S.B. Alsaidi, J. Huh, M.Y. Selim
Aerospace, 2024
Citations: 1

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Open Access

Experimental Stability Investigation of Different Water-in-Jojoba Biodiesel Emulsions
I. Ayad, M.T. Ghannam, M.Y. Selim
Fuel, 2024
Citations: 4

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