Francis Collombet | Composite materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Francis Collombet | Composite materials | Best Researcher Award

Professor Emeritus | Toulouse University | France

Prof. Francis Collombet is a distinguished materials scientist and civil engineer recognized for his pioneering contributions to the study of concrete and composite materials under complex loading conditions. His research focuses on understanding material damage mechanisms, high strain-rate behavior, and the mechanical performance of advanced composites used in engineering and industrial applications. Over his career, he has published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals and contributed to numerous collective works, patents, and international conferences, reflecting his sustained impact on the global research community. His expertise spans composite impact experimentation and modeling, innovative drilling and repair techniques for composite structures, and the application of optical fiber technologies with Bragg gratings for structural health monitoring. As a highly experienced academic and research supervisor, he has guided numerous doctoral candidates and contributed significantly to the advancement of knowledge in material behavior, durability, and performance optimization. His work integrates experimental, analytical, and technological perspectives, bridging the gap between material science and applied civil engineering. Recognized for both academic excellence and mentorship, Professor Collombet continues to influence the field through interdisciplinary research collaborations, innovative methodologies, and a commitment to advancing sustainable and resilient material solutions for modern infrastructure and engineering systems.

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Featured Publications

Saihi, M. H., Sassi, S., Collombet, F., Grunevald, Y.-H., & Davila, Y. (2025, September). Multi-instrumented technological evaluator for elastic properties identification in bio-based tertiary packaging. Journal of Composite Materials.

Paccou, T., Collombet, F., Rouquand, A., Crouzeix, L., Davila, Y., & Grunevald, Y. H. (2025, September 4). Experimental and numerical study of near-field explosion with small charges on composite structure. Journal of Dynamic Behavior of Materials.

Saihi, M. H., Sassi, S., Collombet, F., Grunevald, Y.-H., Davila, Y., & Zitoune, R. (2024, November). Elastic properties identification of a bio-based material in tertiary packaging: Tools and methods development. Journal of Composite Materials.

Collombet, F., Torres, M., Douchin, B., Crouzeix, L., Grunevald, Y.-H., Lubin, J., Camps, T., Jacob, X., Luyckx, G., & Wu, K.-T. (2020). Multi-instrumentation monitoring for the curing process of a composite structure. Measurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation.

Hejjaji, A., Zitoune, R., Toubal, L., Crouzeix, L., & Collombet, F. (2019). Influence of controlled depth abrasive water jet milling on the fatigue behavior of carbon/epoxy composites. Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing.

Rodayna Hmede | Advanced Materials Engineering |

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Dr. Rodayna Hmede | Advanced Materials Engineering | Best Researcher Award

POSTDOC ENGINEER Institute for Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety (IRSN) France

🎓 Dr. Eng. Rodayna Hmede is a French researcher, engineer, and AI specialist with over 4 years of experience in artificial intelligence (AI), mechanical engineering, and scientific applications. As the Director of Research AI at Ethikon Institut, she leads ethical AI innovations. Dr. Hmede holds a European Ph.D. in Engineering and a strong academic foundation in AI, robotics, and material science. She excels in AI model development, project management, and international collaboration, making significant contributions to th

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Education

đź“š Dr. Hmede holds a European Ph.D. in Engineering with expertise in AI and material science from UniversitĂ© Clermont Auvergne, France (2023). She earned dual master’s degrees in Fundamental Physics and Mechanical Engineering, demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise in robotics, physics, and smart materials. Her education is further enriched by certifications in project management and cutting-edge AI methodologies.

Experience

🛠️ Dr. Hmede’s career spans academic and industrial roles. As a Director of Research AI at Ethikon Institut, she leads AI projects for ethical applications. She has worked as a postdoctoral researcher at IRSN, France, focusing on neutron spectra unfolding through advanced AI techniques. At Université Clermont Auvergne, she managed a Ph.D. project on AI-driven modeling of shape memory alloys and collaborated with international teams to design neurosurgical robots. Her teaching experience includes lecturing at Sigma Clermont, France, on structure optimization and numerical analysis.

Research Interests

🔍 Dr. Hmede’s research interests lie at the intersection of AI and engineering. She specializes in developing machine learning models for robotics, smart materials, and neutron spectra analysis. Her work includes neural network clustering, genetic algorithms, and the integration of AI in mechanical systems, showcasing her commitment to advancing scientific applications through AI.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Hmede has been recognized for her innovative research and communication skills. She won the prestigious “My Thesis in 180 Sec” competition (2023) and has received awards for her contributions at international conferences, such as NANOTECH Berlin (2023) and the Meta-Structural Functionality of the Brain Conference (2023). Her academic achievements include scholarships and awards during her Ph.D. and master’s programs.

Publications Top Notes:

📖 Dr. Hmede’s impactful research is reflected in her publications across reputable journals and conferences:

“Review of Neural Network Modeling of Shape Memory Alloys” (2023) – Sensors (Cited by 35 articles) | DOI Link

“Modeling the Butterfly Behavior of SMA Actuator using Neural Network” (2023) – Comptes Rendu MĂ©canique (Cited by 28 articles) | DOI Link

“A Minireview on Brain Models Simulating Properties of the Human Brain” (2022) – Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology (Cited by 40 articles) | DOI Link