Associate Professor at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University,Saudi Arabia
Dr. Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, specializing in Sanitary and Environmental Engineering, currently serving at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. from Nantes University, France, and a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from South Valley University, Egypt. With extensive academic experience, he has taught both undergraduate and postgraduate courses and supervised numerous research projects. Dr. Hassan has a strong research background in areas such as solid waste management, wastewater treatment, and environmental impact assessment, and has received several awards for his scientific publications. He is actively involved in scientific societies and serves as a reviewer for various international journals and conferences. Dr. Hassan has also led multiple research projects funded by prestigious organizations, further establishing his expertise in sustainability, bio-energy, and environmental engineering solutions.
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Education Background
Dr. Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Sanitary and Environmental Engineering from the GEPEA laboratory at Nantes University, France, completed in 2011. Prior to that, he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) from the same institution in 2007. His undergraduate studies were conducted at South Valley University in Aswan, Egypt, where he obtained a Bachelor of Civil Engineering in 2000 with honors, achieving a “Very Good” overall grade and an “Excellent” grade for his final project. Dr. Hassan’s solid educational foundation is complemented by high school studies in an English-language experimental school, where he graduated with distinction. His education reflects a strong focus on environmental engineering and sustainable water management systems.
Research Experience
Dr. Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan has extensive research experience in Civil, Sanitary, and Environmental Engineering, with a focus on sustainable solutions for water and waste management. His research spans over a decade, covering critical topics such as solid waste management, wastewater treatment, air quality assessment, greywater recycling, and biogas production. He has led and contributed to multiple funded research projects, including studies on optimizing solid waste disposal, assessing environmental risks, and improving water distribution networks. His publications in high-impact international journals and conferences reflect his innovative work in areas like anaerobic digestion, advanced wastewater treatment techniques, and environmental impact assessments. Dr. Hassan has also contributed significantly to applied research, designing systems to reduce the environmental footprint of urban infrastructure, particularly in Saudi Arabia, and integrating sustainable engineering practices into practical applications such as greywater reuse and solid waste recycling strategies. His collaborations and leadership in scientific projects demonstrate his expertise and commitment to advancing environmental sustainability through engineering solutions.
Teaching and Mentoring Experience
Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan has extensive teaching and mentoring experience in the field of civil and environmental engineering. Since 2017, he has been an Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, where he teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. His teaching portfolio includes subjects such as Environmental Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Hydraulics, Water and Wastewater Treatment, and Water Resources. He has supervised numerous undergraduate projects, focusing on topics such as wastewater network design, environmental assessments, and solid waste management. Prior to his current role, he held academic positions at Aswan University in Egypt, where he served as both a demonstrator and assistant professor, and at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport. Raouf has also contributed to mentoring students by guiding their final-year projects and working on real-world environmental and civil engineering challenges.
Work Experience
Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan has extensive academic and professional experience in Civil Engineering, with a focus on Sanitary and Environmental Engineering. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Saudi Arabia, a position he has held since January 2017. His previous roles include head of the Construction and Building Department at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, and Assistant Professor at Aswan University. Over the years, he has been deeply involved in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses related to environmental engineering, wastewater treatment, water resources, and sanitation. He has also supervised numerous graduation projects, particularly in the areas of water management, waste management, and environmental impact assessment. Dr. Hassan’s research work, funded by institutions like the Saudi Ministry of Education, focuses on sustainability, solid waste management, greywater reuse, and water purification. His contributions to academia are further evidenced by his role as a reviewer for various international journals and conferences, as well as his publications in reputable scientific journals.
Awards, Honours & Certificates
Raouf Ahmed Mohamed Hassan has been recognized with numerous awards and certificates throughout his academic and professional career. He has received multiple University Awards for Scientific Publication from both Aswan University (2019-2022) and Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (2021-2022), highlighting his consistent contributions to scientific research. His professional development is further demonstrated through a variety of training programs, including courses on effective teaching, scientific research methods, university education strategies, and research funding, among others. These certifications reflect his commitment to continuous learning and enhancing his teaching and research skills.
Publication Top Notes
- Techno-economic studies for a pilot-scale Bi12TiO20 based photocatalytic system for pharmaceutical wastewater treatment: From laboratory studies to commercial-scale applications
- Authors: Oussama Baaloudj, Ahmad K. Badawi, Hamza Kenfoud, Yasmine Benrighi, Raouf …
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 35
- Journal: Journal of Water Process Engineering, 48
- A consistent dimensional analysis of gas–liquid mass transfer in an aerated stirred tank containing purely viscous fluids with shear-thinning properties
- Authors: R. Hassan, K. Loubiere, J. Legrand, G. Delaplace
- Year: 2012
- Citations: 32
- Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal, 184, 42-56
- Effect of inoculum VS, organic loads and I/S on the biochemical methane potential of sludge, buckwheat husk and straw
- Authors: M. Elsayed, Y. Andres, W. Blel, R. Hassan, A. Ahmed
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 15
- Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment, 157, 69-78
- Semi-continuous co-digestion of sludge, fallen leaves, and grass performance
- Authors: R.H. Mahmoud Elsayed, Walid Blel, Mohamed Soliman, Yves Andres
- Year: 2021
- Citations: 14
- Journal: Energy, 221
- Anaerobic digestion of sewage sludge and cattle manure for biogas production: influence of co-digestion
- Author: R. Hassan
- Year: 2014
- Citations: 12
- Journal: Int. Water Technol. J., 4 (2), 107-113
Conclusion
Dr. Raouf Hassan is a highly qualified researcher with strong credentials in environmental and civil engineering. His consistent publication record, successful project management, and contributions to both research and education make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By further diversifying his research focus and seeking broader international recognition, he could further strengthen his position as a leading figure in his field. His current achievements, however, make him a highly suitable candidate for the award.