Mr. Cherif Saib | Argon Arc Welding | Annual Metallurgy Award

Chief of Department at University Mohamed Boudiaf of M’sila, Algeria.

Dr. Cherif Saib is a seasoned researcher and senior lecturer at Mohamed Boudiaf University of M’Sila 🏫. Currently serving as Deputy Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department 🛠️, he specializes in materials science, welding processes, and sustainable construction. With over 20 years of teaching and research experience, Dr. Saib has led several national projects and doctoral supervisions. His work explores the intersection of metallurgy, thermomechanical behavior, and hydrogen compatibility in modern materials. Recognized for his academic rigor and innovation, he contributes actively to the scientific community through international publications, conferences 🌍, and research seminars.

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Education

Dr. Saib earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Batna Technical High School (1995) 🎓, followed by a Magister (2003) in mechanical design from Boumerdes University 🔧. He completed his Ph.D. in Science and Engineering (2018) focusing on superalloy welding, particularly Ni-based alloys 🧪. In 2021, he received his University Habilitation from Mohamed Boudiaf University of M’Sila. His education emphasizes materials design, thermodynamics, and structural analysis, laying a solid foundation for his advanced research in TIG/A-TIG welding and structural materials.

Professional Experience

Dr. Saib has served as a university faculty member at Mohamed Boudiaf University since 2003 🏫, advancing from Assistant Lecturer to Senior Lecturer (Maître de Conférences Classe A) 👨‍🏫. He teaches modules such as mechanical design, finite element methods, maintenance engineering, and advanced modeling 📐. He has supervised several Master’s and Ph.D. theses and led departmental academic affairs, student projects, and research collaborations. In parallel, he has contributed to national research projects and interdisciplinary forums addressing real-world industrial and environmental challenges 🌱

Research Focus 🔍

Dr. Saib’s research lies at the intersection of welding technologies (TIG/A-TIG), superalloys (Inconel 738LC), and energy-efficient materials ⚡. His studies address the influence of welding parameters on microstructures, creep behavior of alloys, hydrogen embrittlement, and the durability of polymer concrete enhanced with recycled waste 🏗️. More recently, his focus has expanded to hydrogen transport pipelines, evaluating mechanical degradation and proposing sustainable metallurgical solutions 🔧. His goal is to develop materials that are both high-performing and environmentally responsible 🌍.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Saib was recognized with university distinctions for academic excellence and leadership 🌟. He has received continuous funding for over a decade from national research bodies and was honored for his role in organizing major scientific events like the Doctoral Days on Hydrogen & Materials 🔬. His scientific works have been acknowledged in both Algerian and international academic circles. He is frequently invited to speak at international conferences 🌍 and actively contributes to the peer review process in reputed engineering journals.

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