Fatima Bouyahia | Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Fatima Bouyahia | Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award

Cadi Ayyad University  | Morocco

Prof. Dr. Fatima Bouyahia is an established engineering scholar whose research spans industrial engineering, logistics, mechanical sealing systems, tribology, and durable materials. With a growing academic footprint reflected in 9 Scopus-indexed publications, 38 citations, and an h-index of 3, she actively contributes to advancing the optimization and monitoring of industrial systems. She has authored a specialized book on mechanical sealing systems and produced a substantial body of international journal articles and conference communications. Her research leadership is evident through the supervision of multiple doctoral theses and extensive industrial project engagements. Her expertise includes logistics optimization, materials performance, and tribological applications, supported by roles as reviewer, guest editor, and scientific committee member in reputable international platforms. She has participated in several international research projects and received notable recognition for her scientific contributions, reflecting her strong visibility and influence within the engineering research community.

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Featured Publications

Bouyahia, F., Belaqziz, S., Meliani, Y., Lissane Elhaq, S., & Boukachour, J. (2025). A novel truck appointment system for container terminals. Sustainability, 17(13).

Badr, R. M., Amine, E., Fatima, B., Mohammed, R., Meryiem, D., Hicham, M., Mouad, E. K., Younes, C., & Chouaib, E. (2025). Sustainable building materials: Optimization and performance analysis of plaster/wood shavings composites for thermal insulation. Journal of Composites Science, 9(6).

Bouyahia, F. (2014). Comportement THD des butées à patins oscillants. PAF.

Wisam Abu Jadayil | Green Technologies | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil | Green Technologies | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil, Abu Dhabi University, United Arab Emirates

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil 🌍 is an expert in Industrial and Mechanical Engineering with a Ph.D. from Iowa State University 🎓. He is currently an Associate Professor at Abu Dhabi University, UAE 🇦🇪. His research focuses on sustainability, energy management, and engineering project management 🌱⚙️. With a career spanning multiple academic roles, Dr. Abu Jadayil has pioneered programs in Mechanical Engineering and Project Management at various institutions. He has also worked as a consultant in manufacturing, automation, and supply chain management 🏭. He holds memberships in prestigious organizations like Tau Beta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi 🏅.

Publication Profile

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Educational Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University, Ames, USA, earned in December 2005 🎓. Prior to this, he completed an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering/Applied Mechanics at Jordan University of Science and Technology in Irbid, Jordan, in June 2001 🔧. He also obtained his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the same university in June 1999 🏫. His strong academic foundation has significantly contributed to his expertise in engineering, making him a leading academic in his field

Employment History

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil has held significant academic roles throughout his career. Since August 2019, he has been serving as an Associate Professor at Abu Dhabi University, UAE, in the MEM/MPM programs 👨‍🏫. Prior to this, he was an Associate Professor at The American University of Ras Al Khaimah from 2016 to 2019 and served as the Chairman and Master of Engineering Project Management Coordinator from 2014 to 2016 🎓. He also worked as an Assistant Professor and Coordinator for various engineering programs at AURAK, contributing to the establishment of several new programs 💡. Earlier, Dr. Abu Jadayil held teaching positions at The Hashemite University and Iowa State University 📚.

Consultancy & Industry Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil has extensive consultancy experience across multiple industries, advising on traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes, automation, robotics, and advanced engineering materials 🛠️. His expertise spans various fields, including design and development of new products, logistics, supply chain management, and engineering safety and reliability 🏗️. He has also worked on project management, risk management, and value engineering. In addition, Dr. Abu Jadayil has led numerous training courses and workshops, covering topics like maintenance planning, predictive maintenance, CAD/CAM, CNC machines, engineering standards, and project management 🧰

Teaching Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil has taught a wide range of courses across undergraduate and graduate levels at prestigious institutions, including Iowa State University, The Hashemite University, and Abu Dhabi University. His courses span subjects such as Computer-Aided Design, Numerical Methods for Engineers, Manufacturing Materials, Industrial Automation, Project Management, and Supply Chain Management 🛠️. His student evaluations consistently reflect high ratings, with scores ranging between 80-100% at the undergraduate level and 92-100% at the graduate level 🌟. Dr. Abu Jadayil’s courses are known for their comprehensive coverage and practical applications in engineering and management fields 🏫

Honors, Awards

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil has received numerous honors and awards, including the Torch Peer Award for his role in achieving SACS COC accreditation at AURAK in 2018 🌟. He was the first faculty member promoted at The American University of Ras Al Khaimah in 2014 and initiated several programs, such as the Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering programs 🎓. Dr. Abu Jadayil is a lifetime member of prestigious organizations like Tau Beta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi in the USA 🇺🇸. He also earned the Queen Rania Prize in 2000 👑 and is fluent in both Arabic and English

Research Focus

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisam Abu Jadayil’s research focuses on manufacturing processes, material properties, and industrial engineering. His work includes enhancing the performance of materials like aluminum and Ni-Ti alloys through alloying and heat treatments 🔧. He has also investigated optimizing industrial systems, including plastic production and healthcare service efficiency 🏥. Additionally, he has explored topics like fatigue life estimation, nondestructive testing, and casting defects in aluminum products 🔩. Dr. Abu Jadayil’s interdisciplinary research intersects mechanical engineering, materials science, and industrial optimization, addressing both practical and theoretical challenges in engineering processes.

Publication Top Notes

  • Strengthening aluminum scrap by alloying with iron (W Khraisat, W Abu Jadayil, JJMIE, 2010) – Cited by 54 📑

  • A revision for the different reuses of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) water bottles (R Ajaj, W Abu Jadayil, H Anver, E Aqil, Sustainability, 2022) – Cited by 34 🔄

  • The Effect of Heat-Treatment and Alloying of Ni-Ti Alloy with Copper on Improving its Fatigue Life (W Abu Jadayil, D Serhan, Minerals, Metals and Materials Series, 2019) – Cited by 34 🔬

  • Numerical prediction of optimum hollowness and material of hollow rollers under combined loading (W Abu Jadayil, N Jaber, Materials & Design, 2009) – Cited by 34 ⚙️

  • The Importance of Class Attendance and Cumulative GPA for Academic Success in Industrial Engineering Classes (S Obeidat, A Bashir, W Abu Jadayil, World Academy of Science, 2012) – Cited by 32 🎓

  • Different Strategies to Improve the Production to Reach the Optimum Capacity in Plastic Company (W Abu Jadayil, W Khraisat, M Shakoor, Cogent Engineering, 2017) – Cited by 31 🏭

  • Studying the Effects of Varying the Pouring Rate on the Casting Defects Using Nondestructive Testing Techniques (W Abu Jadayil, Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, 2011) – Cited by 27 🛠️

  • Efficiency Assessment in Emergency Department Using Lean Thinking Approach (M Shakoor, W Abu Jadayil, N Jaber, S Jaber, Jordan Journal of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, 2017) – Cited by 22 ⚕️

  • An empirical investigation on plastic waste issues and plastic disposal strategies to protect the environment: A UAE perspective (W Abu Jadayil, MRNM Qureshi, R Ajaj, E Aqil, Sustainability, 2022) – Cited by 20 🌍

  • Using SERVIQUAL to investigate the quality of provided wireless communication services in UAE (WA Jadayil, M Shakoor, A Bashir, H Selmi, MRNN Qureshi, International Journal of Quality and Service Sciences, 2020) – Cited by 20 📡

Mr . Bitu Shreevastav | Environmental Science

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Mr . Bitu Shreevastav : Leading Researcher in Environmental Science

Mr . Bitu Shreevastav ,Tribhuwan University, Kritipur, Nepal

Mr. Bitu Shreevastav is a distinguished researcher in Environmental Science associated with Tribhuwan University in Kritipur, Nepal. He holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in “Forestry and Natural Resource Management” from the Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), India, awarded the SAARC Scholarship Competition in 2000. Mr. Shreevastav’s academic journey also includes a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in “General Forestry” from Tribhuwan University, Institute of Forestry, Nepal, in 1996.

With a wealth of professional expertise, Mr. Shreevastav demonstrates exceptional knowledge and proficiency in Policy & Strategic Development, program/project management, research, quality assurance, and partnership management. His skill set extends to resource planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of diverse aspects within his field.

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Education :

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in “Forestry and Natural Resource Management”, Indian Institute of Forest ,Management (IIFM), India (2000). SAARC Scholarship Competition Awardee.,▪ Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in “General Forestry”, Tribhuwan University, Institute of Forestry, Nepal (1996).

RELEVANT SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES :

🌐 Professional Expertise:, Demonstrating outstanding knowledge and proficiency in Policy & Strategic Development, programme /project management, research, quality assurance, and partnership management. Adept in resource planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.,,🌍 Sectoral Mastery:, Sound knowledge spanning Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Food Security, Livelihood, Emergency Education, Health, and GRID (Green, Resilient & Inclusive Development) technologies and practices.,,🚀 Exemplary Experiences: ,Admirable experiences in strategic planning, coordination, sustainable.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS :

🔍 Field Research & Publications:,Conducted impactful field research on Disaster Risk Management, Climate Action, Livelihood, Food Security, Governance, and Emergency/Crisis Management. Published in International, Scientific, Peer-Reviewed Open, Q1, Scimago-listed Journals.,,💼 Program Management Expertise:,Managed programs with budgets up to US $10 million and led a team of 57 staff (local, national, regional). Successfully handled 18 programs/projects and partner organizations, ensuring over 85% of response funds reached affected communities.,,🌍 Crisis Response Leadership:,Led, coordinated, and managed clusters and consortia for rapid scale-up and multi-sectoral preparedness, response, recovery, and rehabilitation. Spearheaded efforts in major disasters like the Nepal earthquakes 2015, Nepal Koshi flood 2008, and Pakistan emergency flood 2010 response.,,📊 Digitalization & Data Management:,Led the design and implementation of digitalized surveys and data collection, advocacy strategies, program planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks. Ensured effective emergency preparedness, response, and recovery programs for floods and earthquakes in Nepal.,,🤝 Humanitarian Support:,Coordinated and led support to Internally Displaced People (IDPs), Refugees (Bhutanese), and disaster & crisis-affected populations. Focused on social cohesion, gender, protection, food security, DRR, Shelter, WASH, and Nutrition programs, with environmental mainstreaming.,,🌐 Cluster Approach & Capacity Building:,Strengthened and managed the cluster approach, capacity building, disaster preparedness & response planning, and its effective implementation at local, national & international levels. Proven expertise demonstrated in Nepal Koshi Flood 2008, Pakistan Flood response & recovery 2010, Nepal Earthquake response & recovery 2015.,,📚 Research & Case Studies:,Undertook research and case studies on governance systems and program impacts on livelihoods, food security, DRR, and climate resilience. Established and strengthened coordination and linkages with donors, partners, and working agencies for long-term program sustainability.,,🌐 COVID-19 Response:,Coordinated and supported Strategic Preparedness & Response, along with Socio-economic Recovery to COVID-19. Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic.,,🌟 Impactful Leadership & Innovation:,Displayed impactful leadership in advocacy, innovations, coordination, skill development, and environmental mainstreaming. Ensured a comprehensive approach to disaster and crisis management for lasting positive outcomes.

Publications  Top Note   :

“Flood risk modeling in southern Bagmati corridor, Nepal” (a study from Sarlahi and Rautahat, Nepal)

Progress in Disaster Science, 2022, 16, 100260  ,  Citations – 3