Best Researcher Award
Hamid El Qarnia
Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco
Hamid El Qarnia is a Moroccan academic researcher and professor affiliated with Cadi Ayyad University. His scholarly activities focus on heat transfer, thermal energy storage systems, phase change materials, solar energy systems, computational fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and advanced cooling technologies. Through decades of teaching, supervision, research publication, and international collaboration, he has contributed to the advancement of thermal sciences and energy engineering applications. His publication record, citation impact, editorial service, and conference leadership demonstrate sustained engagement with the international scientific community.[1][2]
Abstract
The Best Researcher Award recognizes sustained scholarly achievement, scientific productivity, and measurable research impact. Hamid El Qarnia has established a research profile centered on thermal engineering, heat transfer, phase change materials, latent heat storage technologies, and energy conversion systems. His academic career includes extensive teaching, graduate supervision, scientific publishing, conference leadership, editorial activities, and international collaboration. His research has contributed to improved understanding of thermal storage systems, melting and solidification processes, and advanced cooling technologies relevant to energy and engineering applications.[1][3]
Keywords
Heat Transfer; Thermal Energy Storage; Phase Change Materials; Computational Fluid Dynamics; Energy Conversion; Solar Energy Systems; Melting and Solidification; Thermal Management; Heat Exchangers; Metallurgical Engineering Applications.
Introduction
Research in thermal sciences plays an important role in advancing energy efficiency, industrial processes, and sustainable engineering solutions. Hamid El Qarnia has developed a long-standing academic career dedicated to investigating thermal phenomena in engineering systems, with particular emphasis on heat transfer mechanisms and energy storage technologies. His work combines analytical, numerical, and computational approaches to address practical challenges associated with energy utilization and thermal management.[1][2]
Research Profile
Hamid El Qarniapr earned a doctorate in Energetics from Cadi Ayyad University and later completed a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Sherbrooke, Canada. His academic career spans more than three decades of teaching and research. Throughout this period, he has served in various academic roles, including assistant professor, associate professor, full professor, research assistant, and visiting academic collaborator. His professional activities extend beyond teaching to include research supervision, editorial responsibilities, conference organization, and scientific peer review.[2]
Research Contributions
Hamid El Qarnia’s research addresses the thermal behavior of phase change materials and latent heat storage systems. His investigations explore melting and solidification mechanisms, thermal performance optimization, and energy storage efficiency. These studies contribute to the development of advanced thermal management systems applicable to renewable energy technologies, industrial heat recovery, and cooling systems.[3][4]
Publications
Selected recent publications demonstrate continuing research activity in thermal engineering and energy storage technologies:
- Sustainable Thermal Insulation Composites Based on Alfa Plant Fibers and Wood Waste (2025).
- 3D Two Phases Reduced Model of a Rock Bed Thermocline Thermal Energy Storage Unit (2025).
- Acoustic, Mechanical and Thermal Characterization of Bio-Based Wood Composites Reinforced with Beech and Oak Fibers (2025).
Research Impact
The available bibliometric indicators demonstrate a measurable scholarly impact. With more than one thousand citations and an established h-index, Hamid El Qarnia’s work has received recognition within the thermal sciences and energy engineering communities. His contributions have supported academic discourse in energy storage, heat transfer enhancement, and sustainable engineering technologies. Beyond publication activity, his service as reviewer, editor, conference organizer, and scientific committee member reflects continued engagement in research leadership and knowledge dissemination.[1][2]
Award Suitability
The Best Researcher Award recognizes individuals who demonstrate sustained research productivity, scientific influence, scholarly leadership, and meaningful contributions to their academic discipline. Hamid El Qarnia’s career aligns with these criteria through extensive publication activity, international collaborations, graduate mentorship, editorial service, conference leadership, and impactful research addressing contemporary challenges in thermal energy systems. His multidisciplinary contributions to heat transfer and energy storage technologies support the objectives of scientific advancement and engineering innovation within the broader metallurgical and energy engineering domains.[2][5]
Conclusion
Hamid El Qarnia has developed a distinguished academic profile characterized by long-term engagement in research, teaching, supervision, and scientific service. His work in heat transfer, thermal energy storage, and phase change materials has contributed to the advancement of thermal engineering knowledge and practical energy applications. Considering his publication record, citation impact, professional leadership, and sustained research activity, he represents a strong candidate for recognition through the Best Researcher Award.[1][2]
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Hamid El Qarnia, Author ID 6507446902. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6507446902
- H El Qarnia, El Qarnia., & EK Lakhal. (2011). Thermal performance of a greenhouse with a phase change material north wall.
https://www.uca.ma/fssm/fr
- Rbiyah, O., El Qarnia, H., Fedele, L., Bobbo, S., & Rossi, S. (2025). Investigation of Melting Process in a Double Tube Energy Storage Unit.
https://doi.org/10.1109/SmartAgriSuSY68475.2025.11467033
- Ennaya, O., El Qarnia, H., & Arıcı, M. (2026). Analytical Solution for the Solidification of a Liquid in Couette Flow.
https://doi.org/10.1002/est2.70386
- Mustapha Faraji, Hamid El Qarnia. (2009). Passive cooling of protruding electronic components by latent heat of fusion storage.
https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/electronicpackaging/article-abstract/131/2/021011/466128