Soumia Mounir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Soumia Mounir | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Professor at ENA Agadir, Morocco

Dr. Soumia Mounir is an Associate Professor at the National School of Architecture in Agadir, Morocco. She specializes in sustainable built environments, with extensive expertise in materials science, sustainability in architecture, and energy efficiency. Her academic and research contributions focus on developing eco-friendly construction materials, thermal performance of bio-sourced materials, and optimizing energy use in buildings. Dr. Mounir has also played a significant role in supervising students at both undergraduate and doctoral levels and has been actively involved in international research collaborations and conferences.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science, Thermal Sciences, and Sustainable Built Environment
    • Ecole Mohammadia d’Ingénieurs – University Mohamed V, Rabat, Morocco (2013 – 2016)
  • Engineering Degree in Mechanical and Energy Engineering
    • Ecole Nationale des Arts et Métiers, Meknes, Morocco (2002 – 2008)

Professional Experience 💼

Academic Positions

  • Associate Professor (2021 – Present)

    • National School of Architecture, Agadir, Morocco
    • Teaching and research in sustainable built environments, materials science, and energy efficiency
    • Supervision of PhD students and final-year architecture students

  • Assistant Professor (2017 – 2021)

    • National School of Architecture, Fez, Morocco
    • Focus on sustainability in architecture and materials science
    • Mentored students on research and dissertation work

Industry Experience

  • Project Manager & Engineer – BETOM Ingénierie (2011 – 2014, Rabat, Morocco)
    • Specialized in HVAC system studies, project estimation, and site supervision
  • Project Manager & Engineer – OGER International (2008 – 2011, Casablanca, Morocco)
    • Worked on HVAC projects, system sizing, and site inspections

Visiting Faculty & Collaborations

  • Visiting Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, USIM Malaysia
  • Speaker at multiple international conferences on sustainable materials and energy efficiency

Research Interests 🔬

  • Sustainable Building Materials – Development and characterization of bio-sourced materials for thermal and structural efficiency
  • Energy Efficiency in Architecture – Enhancing building performance through thermal inertia and low-carbon construction techniques
  • Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Composites – Investigating materials like clay-cork, clay-wool, and clay-plastic for energy optimization
  • Renewable and Sustainable Materials – Integration of eco-friendly and recycled materials in modern construction

Awards and Honors🏆✨

  • Project Manager for Solar Decathlon Africa (2017 – 2019) – Led the A’Freehome project, an innovative solar house developed through international collaboration
  • Speaker at Prestigious Conferences – Including IGU Istanbul, SETIC Nigeria, and TMREES Greece, discussing advancements in sustainable architecture
  • Recognition for Contributions in Sustainable Architecture – Active involvement in international research forums and community engagement in green building technologies

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Soumia Mounir is a leading researcher in sustainable architecture and materials science. Her extensive academic and professional background reflects a strong commitment to energy efficiency, eco-friendly construction, and advancing sustainability in the built environment. Through her research, teaching, and industry collaborations, she has significantly contributed to the field, making her an influential figure in sustainable design and green building technologies.

Publications 📚

📄 Article • Open Access
🌱 Energy Efficiency of a Solar Green Building Using Bio-Sourced Materials for Indoor Temperature and Humidity Optimization
👩‍🏫 S. Mounir, Y. Maaloufa, A. Khabbazi, M. Atigui, A. Aharoune
📚 Energy Engineering: Journal of the Association of Energy Engineering, 2025
🔢 Citations: 0

📄 Article • Open Access
🛠️ Comparative Study of Gypsum Composite Materials Reinforced with Date Palm and Polyester Fibres
👩‍🔬 A. Souidi, M. Atigui, Y. Maaloufa, S. Mounir, A. Aharoune
📚 Revue des Composites et des Materiaux Avances, 2024
🔢 Citations: 1

📄 Article
🏗️ The Effect of Mussel Shell Powder on the Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Plaster
🔬 A. Souidi, Y. Maaloufa, M. Amazal, A. Idoum, A. Aharoune
📚 Construction and Building Materials, 2024
🔢 Citations: 4

Somayeh Mohammadi | Energy Storage Devices | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Somayeh Mohammadi | Energy Storage Devices | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at University of Tehran, Iran

👩‍🔬 Dr. Somayeh Mohammadi is a nanotechnology and electrical engineering expert, with a Ph.D. from the University of Tehran. Passionate about advancing sustainable energy solutions and nanomaterials, she has pioneered research in MXene-based electrodes for supercapacitors and ammonia detection. With a robust publication record 📖 and significant international exposure 🌍, Dr. Mohammadi continues to push the boundaries of nanotechnology to solve real-world challenges. 🌱

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Education 🎓

  • M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Electronics), KNToosi University (2009)
  • Ph.D. in Nanotechnology (Electronic Engineering), University of Tehran (2015)

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Somayeh Mohammadi is a seasoned researcher and academic with a background in electrical engineering and nanotechnology. Her research and teaching career spans over a decade, with significant contributions to the fields of nanomaterials, electronics, and energy storage systems. Dr. Mohammadi has held academic positions, where she taught courses such as Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Nanotechnology Principles, and Electric Circuits. She has led numerous research projects and supervised graduate seminars and internships, primarily focused on developing high-performance materials for energy storage and sensing applications. Dr. Mohammadi’s expertise extends to MXenes, supercapacitors, and nanostructured materials, where her contributions to both fundamental research and applied nanotechnology are recognized internationally.

Research Interests 🧠

  • MXene-based materials for energy storage (supercapacitors, batteries)
  • Nanomaterials for environmental sensing (ammonia detection, gas sensors)
  • Nanostructured materials for advanced electronics
  • Fabrication of energy-efficient nano-devices using 2D materials

Her work has made substantial contributions to MXene research, where she has explored various methods to enhance the performance of MXene-based electrodes in energy devices, including supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and gas sensors.

Publications 📚

  1. Ahmadian, Zahra, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Mortazavi, Yadallah, Khodadadi, Abbasali. (2023). Stable N-doped Ti3C2Tx gas sensors for recoverable detection of ammonia at room temperature. Ceramics International, 49(23), 38635-38643.
  2. Azadvari, Reza, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Habibi, Alireza, Ahmadi, Shayan, Sanaee, Zeinab. (2023). Effect of ultra-sonication, vacuum drying, and carbon coating on the super-capacitive behavior of Ti3C2Tx MXene. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, 57(4), 045501.
  3. Ahmadian, Zahra, Azad, Mohammad Javad, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Mortazavi, Yadallah, Khodadadi, Abbasali. (2022). The effect of ball-milling parameters on the structures of Ti3AlC2 MAX phase and resultant Ti3C2Tx MXene. Journal of Ultrafine Grained and Nanostructured Materials, 55(2).
  4. Ronnasi, Bahar, Mahmoodian, Mehrnush, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Yasoubi, Mohammadreza, Sanaee, Zeinab. (2022). ⍺-NSA doped PPy @ Ti3C2Tx hybrid material as a high-performance supercapacitor electrode. Journal of Materials Research.
  5. Mohammadi, Somayeh. (2021). A review on fabrication of Ti3C2Tx MXene and its application as a supercapacitor electrode.
  6. Mohammadi, Somayeh, Delavar, Mostafa, Mohajerzadeh, Seid Mohammad Ala, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin. (2019). Effect of entrapped Ni nanoparticles on the electrical conductivity and current-induced breakdown of MWCNTs. Physica E: Low-Dimensional Systems & Nanostructures, 110, 32-38.
  7. Mohammadi, Somayeh. (2018). Fabrication of Graphene ribbons from carbon nanotubes and their application in nanometric devices.
  8. Ghasemi, Foad, Jalali, Mana, Abollahi, Ali, Mohammadi, Somayeh, Sanaee, Zeinab, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin. (2017). A high performance supercapacitor based on decoration of MoS2/reduced graphene oxide with NiO nanoparticles. RSC Advances, 7(83), 52772-52781.
  9. Mohammadi, Somayeh, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin, Gholizadeh, Azam, Salehi, Fatemeh, Masoumi, Nasser. (2014). Permeation of Nickel Nanodots on Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis of 3D CNT-Based Nanomaterials. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 6(17), 15352-15362.
  10. Mohammadi, Somayeh, Kolahdouz, Zahra, Mohajerzadeh, Seyed Shamsodin, Masoumi, Nasser. (2013). Graphene formation by unzipping carbon nanotubes using a sequential plasma assisted processing. Carbon, 52, 451-463.