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

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.

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Educational Background πŸŽ“

  • 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 πŸ’Ό

  • 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 πŸ”¬

  • 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 HonorsπŸ†βœ¨

  • 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 πŸ“š

πŸ“„ Articles

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


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⚑ Influence of Alcohol Blend Fuels on Performance and Noise Emission in Spark Ignition Engine
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ A.M. Ansari, L.A. Memon, F.A. Solangi, M.T. Ghannam, M.Y. Selim
πŸ“š International Journal of Thermofluids, 2025
πŸ” Citations: 0


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🚜 Combustion and Engine Roughness of Water βˆ’ Jojoba Biodiesel Emulsions in Diesel Engine
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ I. Ayad, M.Y. Selim, M.T. Ghannam
πŸ“š Energy Conversion and Management: X, 2025
πŸ” Citations: 0


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


πŸ†“ Open Access

πŸš— Experimental Study of Particulate Matter Emission for a Diesel Engine Fueled with Nanoparticles and Biofuel/Diesel Blends
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ A.M. Ansari, L.A. Memon, M.Y. Selim
πŸ“š International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024
πŸ” Citations: 9


πŸ†“ Open Access

πŸ’¨ Utilization of Hydrogen and Methane as Energy Carriers with Exhaust Gas Recirculation for Sustainable Diesel Engines
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ M. Sekar, M.Y. Selim, H.E. Saleh, M. Elgendi
πŸ“š Energy Conversion and Management: X, 2024
πŸ” Citations: 2


πŸ†“ Open Access

πŸ“ Review Articles

πŸ“– A Review on Slurry-Based Fuels for Engines and Furnaces: Preparation, Stability, Emission Characteristics, and Applications
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ M.F. Siddique, M.Y. Selim, M. Elgendi, M.T. Ghannam
πŸ“š International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024
πŸ” Citations: 8


πŸ†“ Open Access

πŸ”¬ Technical Papers

πŸ›’ Viscoelastic Performance Evaluation of Petrol Oil and Different Macromolecule Materials
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ M.T. Ghannam, M.Y. Selim
πŸ“š International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024
πŸ” Citations: 1


πŸ†“ Open Access

πŸš€ Combustion of Date Stone and Jojoba Solid Waste in a Hybrid Rocket-like Combustion Chamber
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ S.B. Alsaidi, J. Huh, M.Y. Selim
πŸ“š Aerospace, 2024
πŸ” Citations: 1


πŸ†“ Open Access

πŸ’§ Experimental Stability Investigation of Different Water-in-Jojoba Biodiesel Emulsions
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ I. Ayad, M.T. Ghannam, M.Y. Selim
πŸ“š Fuel, 2024
πŸ” Citations: 4


Somayeh Mohammadi | Energy Storage Devices | Women Researcher Award

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

Assistant Professor at University of Tehran, Iran

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ 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 πŸ“– and significant international exposure 🌍, Dr. Mohammadi continues to push the boundaries of nanotechnology to solve real-world challenges. 🌱

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Education πŸŽ“

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

Professional Experience πŸ’Ό

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 πŸ“š

  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.