Prof. Dr borjini naceur, enim, Tunisia
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Naceur Borjini is a distinguished physicist with over two decades of academic and research excellence in thermal sciences, fluid dynamics, and energy systems. Currently serving as Professor of Physics at the National School of Engineering (ENIM), Monastir, Tunisia, he has held various academic posts across Tunisia’s leading scientific institutions. With a Hirsch Index of 28 (Scopus), his prolific contributions span advanced modeling in microfluidics, biomass gasification, and radiative heat transfer. An expert in numerical simulations using Comsol, Ansys Fluent, and Aspen Plus, Dr. Borjini bridges theoretical research and applied engineering. He actively serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals such as Energy, Numerical Heat Transfer, and International Journal of Thermal Sciences. His global collaborations, high-impact publications, and commitment to scientific advancement make him a prominent figure in thermal-fluid sciences and a suitable recipient of the Best Researcher Award.
Publication Profile
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Education
Prof. Dr. Borjini’s academic journey is rooted in rigorous training across Europe and North Africa. He earned his HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in Physics Sciences from the Faculty of Sciences, Tunis, Tunisia, in 2007, signifying his high-level research leadership. In 1998, he received his Doctorate in Engineering Sciences from the Faculty of Sciences, Perpignan, France. Prior to that, he completed a Master’s degree in Thermal Sciences at INSAT Lyon, France, in 1995, demonstrating a strong foundation in heat transfer and energy systems. His academic path began with an Engineering Diploma in Energy Engineering from ENIM, Monastir, Tunisia, in 1994. This diverse and international academic background equipped him with a robust interdisciplinary skill set, allowing him to excel in numerical modeling, fluid mechanics, and thermal system design.
Experience
Prof. Dr. Borjini has served in academia for over 25 years, holding progressively senior roles. Since 2014, he has been a Professor of Physics at the National School of Engineering (ENIM), Monastir. Prior to this, he held faculty positions at the High Institute of Applied Sciences and Technologies of Sousse (ISSATS) from 2009 to 2014, first as an Associate Professor and then as a full Professor. Between 2001 and 2009, he was affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences, Monastir, and the High School of Sciences and Technologies, Tunis. His early academic career began as an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Sciences, Monastir. Across these institutions, he has led research initiatives, mentored graduate students, and contributed to curriculum development in physics and engineering. His experience spans teaching, research leadership, and collaborative engineering projects in energy systems and fluid dynamics.
Awards and Honors
While explicit awards are not listed in the provided data, Prof. Dr. Borjini’s academic standing is underscored by his H-index of 28 (Scopus), a testament to the sustained citation and impact of his scholarly work. His regular role as a scientific reviewer for renowned international journals such as Applied Mathematical Modelling, Energy, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, and Journal of Electrostatics further signifies the academic community’s recognition of his expertise. The diversity and prestige of these journals suggest a consistent contribution to peer-reviewed literature in thermal and fluid sciences. His extensive publication record and participation in global collaborations mark him as an influential voice in his field, and his HDR qualification is itself a mark of high academic distinction in the French-speaking academic world. These credentials collectively justify his consideration for prestigious recognitions such as the Best Researcher Award.
Research Focus
Prof. Dr. Borjini’s research centers on thermal-fluid sciences, with specialization in the numerical modeling of complex heat and fluid flow systems. His primary areas of interest include microfluidics, where he employs Comsol Multiphysics for 3D simulations; biomass gasification, involving experimental and CFD-based analyses of multi-stage and fluidized bed reactors using Ansys Fluent and Aspen Plus; and radiative heat transfer, focusing on semitransparent media and methods like FVM and FTnFVM. He has also delved into natural convection and nanofluids, particularly in confined 2D/3D systems, and studied the interaction of magnetic fields and radiation in combined convection problems. His exploration of double diffusive convection and electroconvection in dielectric fluids highlights his wide-ranging applications in sustainable energy and process optimization. Through advanced modeling techniques and cross-platform simulations, he addresses critical challenges in energy engineering, making significant contributions to renewable energy and thermal system design.
Publication Top Notes
Double diffusive convection of hybrid nanofluids in porous enclosures: impact