Mr. Abdelkarim Aït-Mokhtar | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Abdelkarim Aït-Mokhtar, La Rochelle University, France

Mr. Abdelkarim Aït-Mokhtar is a Full Professor at the University of La Rochelle and the Head of the Doctoral School “EUCLIDE,” overseeing 240 PhD students. He also serves as the Deputy-Head of the LaSIE Research Department, comprising 150 members, including 70 professors and associate professors, and 65 PhD students. Prof. Aït-Mokhtar holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from INSA Rennes (1992), with a specialization in green construction materials, and an engineering degree from INSA Lyon and INSA Rennes (1985). Fluent in French, English, Arabic, and Berber, Prof. Aït-Mokhtar has been part of La Rochelle University since 1993, becoming a Full Professor in 2004. His research focuses on transfers in reactive porous media, emphasizing the durability and design of construction materials, including microstructure studies, ionic transfer, carbonation, and moisture transfer. His work advances green construction materials using recycled aggregates. Prof. Aït-Mokhtar has held prominent academic positions, including Academic Dean (2002–2005), Deputy-Dean of the LEPTIAB Research Department, and Head of LaSIE (2012–2017). He has supervised 34 PhD theses, contributed to over 125 international journal publications, and delivered 22 keynote lectures. A recognized expert, he evaluates scientific projects for institutions like ANR France and FNRS Belgium and collaborates on numerous national and European research initiatives. Prof. Aït-Mokhtar is a member of learned societies, such as AUGC, RILEM, and Interpore, and actively participates in international conferences and journal reviews.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award 🌍

Mr. Abdelkarim Aït-Mokhtar demonstrates exceptional qualifications, achievements, and leadership in his field, making him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Below is a detailed evaluation of his suitability:

Education 📚

1992: PhD in Engineering from INSA Rennes (Engineering School of Applied Sciences), specialized in Green Construction Materials.
1987: Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, jointly awarded by INSA Lyon and INSA Rennes.
1985: Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering.

Work Experience 💼

2004–Present: Full Professor at La Rochelle University.
1993–2004: Assistant Professor at La Rochelle University.
1986–1993: Temporary Teacher in Civil Engineering at INSA Rennes and University of Rennes I.

Research Skills 🔬

Material Design and Durability Analysis: Expertise in designing innovative and eco-friendly construction materials with a focus on long-term performance.
Microstructure and Transport Processes: Advanced understanding of microstructure-property relationships in cementitious materials.
Corrosion Mechanisms: Researching initiation and propagation of corrosion in steel-reinforced structures.
Carbonation and Ionic Diffusion: Analysis of transport mechanisms in porous materials under various environmental conditions.
Experimental and Numerical Techniques: Skilled in experimental design for civil engineering materials and advanced modeling approaches for transport phenomena.
Recycling and Sustainability: Development of recycled aggregate-based construction materials to promote sustainability.

Publication top Notes 📖

Performance and durability of self compacting concrete using recycled concrete aggregates and natural pozzolan

Cited:219

Corrosion by chlorides in reinforced concrete: Determination of chloride concentration threshold by impedance spectroscopy

Cited:200

Coupled heat and moisture transfer in multi-layer building materials

Cited:190

Performance-based design and carbonation of concrete with high fly ash content

Cited:189

Measurement of thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity and heat capacity of highly porous building materials using transient plane source technique

Cited:185

Mr. Bereket Endale Bekele, Silesian University of Technology, Poland

Bereket Endale Bekele is a dedicated professional with a solid foundation in networking, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia, and a Master’s degree in Informatics from Silesian University of Technology, Poland. He has over four years of experience as an IT Officer at Jupiter Trading in Addis Ababa, where he managed communication networks, optimized IT infrastructure, and implemented security measures to protect sensitive data. His research focuses on improving IoT data transmission using the UDP protocol, with a notable publication titled “Performance Evaluation of UDP-based Data Transmission with Acknowledgment for Various Network Topologies in IoT Environments.” Bereket is passionate about combining machine learning with network systems to enhance real-time network performance and security, aiming to contribute to next-generation communication systems. His expertise also spans IoT security, cloud computing, and machine learning, and he excels in effectively communicating complex technical information to various audiences. He is currently seeking to pursue a PhD, with interests in AI, edge-cloud technology, and network optimization.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Bereket Endale Bekele is a well-rounded researcher with a strong academic background and professional experience in networking and IT infrastructure. His work is particularly notable in the field of IoT (Internet of Things), where he has contributed significantly to enhancing data transmission protocols, particularly with the UDP protocol. His publication, Performance Evaluation of UDP-Based Data Transmission with Acknowledgment for Various Network Topologies in IoT Environments, showcases his innovative research in optimizing network performance while addressing key challenges such as power consumption, data accuracy, and security.

Education:

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Informatics
Institution: Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland
Thesis: “Implementation and research on IoT data transmission with UDP protocol”
Final Grade: 4.72/5
Duration: March 2022 – November 2023
Field of Study: IoT Security, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering
Institution: Adama Science and Technology University, Adama, Ethiopia
Thesis: “Optimization of Transformer Sensor Light for Efficient Data Transmission in Smart Grid Applications”
Duration: November 2011 – July 2016
Field of Study: Digital Signal Processing, Communication Systems, Electromagnetic Fields

Work Experience:

IT Officer
Company: Jupiter Trading, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration: June 2017 – February 2022
Responsibilities: Managed communication networks, implemented security measures, optimized IT infrastructure, administered firewall configurations, and designed scalable communication networks.