Prof. Mohamed Gomaa | Advanced Composites | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Mohamed Gomaa | National Research Centre | Egypt

Prof. Dr. Mohamed Gomaa is a leading geophysicist and head of the Geophysical Exploration Research Group at the Central Laboratories Network and Center of Excellence, National Research Centre (NRC), Egypt, with a distinguished career dedicated to advancing the field of geophysics through innovative research, teaching, and scientific leadership. His primary research focuses on modeling and simulation of the electrical properties of rocks and minerals, with a particular emphasis on understanding the physical properties of grain textures, mixture laws, composites, and complex geological mixtures, contributing significantly to both theoretical knowledge and practical applications in applied geophysics and geology. Over the course of his career, he has authored 54 documents with 880 citations, achieving an h-index of 17, reflecting his impactful contributions to the scientific community, and has presented over 20 abstracts at international conferences and workshops on a wide range of geophysical and geological topics. He has been recognized with multiple awards for scientific excellence, research impact, and contributions to climate-related initiatives, highlighting his commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing global scientific challenges. In addition to his research, he holds an Egyptian patent and actively teaches courses in geophysics and geology at universities in Egypt, mentoring the next generation of scientists and professionals. Beyond his academic and research roles, Prof. Gomaa has made substantial contributions to the scientific community, serving as editor, associate editor, and reviewer for hundreds of international journals, contributing to the establishment of professional societies and research units, and participating in the organization of numerous international conferences. He is also engaged in national committees focused on Earth standards and natural resource conservation, exemplifying his dedication to the integration of scientific research with societal and environmental applications, and his ongoing efforts continue to shape and advance the field of geophysics both nationally and internationally.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Gomaa, M. M. (2025). Electrical properties as a tool for oil and gas exploration: A case study of Wadi Saal, East Central Sinai, Egypt. Journal of Geophysics and Engineering.

Gomaa, M. M. (2024). Grain size effect on electrical properties of dry friable sand. The European Physical Journal Special Topics.

Ramah, M., Heggy, E., Nasr, A., Toni, M., Gomaa, M. M., Hanert, E., & Kotb, A. (2024). Nubian aquifer linkage to the High Aswan Dam Reservoir: Initial assessments of processes and challenges. Journal of Hydrology.

Gomaa, M. M., & Abd El Aziz, E. A. (2024). Depositional environment, petrophysical evaluation and electrical properties of Zeit Formation, Northwestern Shore of Gulf of Suez, Egypt. Journal of Earth Science.

Gomaa, M. M. (2023). Speculation of salinity and heterogeneity for some dry and saturated sandstone rocks. Materials Chemistry and Physics.

Gomaa, M. M., Elshenawy, A. M., Basheer, A. A., Moawad, M., & Kotb, A. (2023). Synthetic mixture of sand and shale: How conductor (shale) and saturation influence electrical characteristics. Applied Water Science.

Gomaa, M. M. (2023). Electrical properties of hematite and pure sand synthetic homogeneous mixture. Applied Water Science.

Dr. Mulugundam Siva Surya | Advanced Composites | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mulugundam Siva Surya | GITAM University | India

Dr. Mulugundam Siva Surya is an accomplished academic and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor at GITAM University, Hyderabad, with a strong commitment to teaching and advancing research in mechanical and manufacturing engineering. He earned his PhD from JNTU Anantapur in 2022, following an M.Tech in Manufacturing Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from KSRM College of Engineering, Kadapa. Dr. Mulugundam began his academic career as a Lecturer in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Rajiv Gandhi University, Hyderabad, from 2010 to 2013, and has since been dedicated to mentoring students and contributing to innovative research. With 557 citations from 421 documents, 33 publications, and an h-index of 16, his work reflects a strong impact in mechanical and materials engineering. [Scopus ID: 57194031396; ORCID: 0000-0003-2960-7298]. His research expertise includes composite materials, functionally graded materials, and thermal protection systems. He holds an Indian patent (No. 468849) for developing a novel method to fabricate layered Al7075/SiC functionally graded materials using powder metallurgy. He has also served as Co-Principal Investigator for two DRDO-funded projects under the CARS scheme, focusing on experimental and finite element design optimization of epoxy-based composites and AI-driven multi-scale simulations of ablative thermal protection systems for missile nose cones.

Featured Publications

Mulugundam, M. S., & Gugulothu, S. K. (2023). Fabrication, mechanical and wear characterization of silicon carbide reinforced aluminium 7075 metal matrix composite. Silicon, 14(5), 2023–2032.

Nutakki, P. K., Gugulothu, S. K., Ramachander, J., & Sivasurya, M. (2022). Effect of n-amyl alcohol/biodiesel blended nano additives on the performance, combustion and emission characteristics of CRDi diesel engine. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(1), 82–97.

Ramachander, J., Gugulothu, S. K., Sastry, G. R. K., Panda, J. K., & Surya, M. S. (2021). Performance and emission predictions of a CRDI engine powered with diesel fuel: A combined study of injection parameters variation and Box-Behnken response surface methodology. Fuel, 290, 120069.

Surya, M. S., Prasanthi, G., & Gugulothu, S. K. (2021). Investigation of mechanical and wear behaviour of Al7075/SiC composites using response surface methodology. Silicon, 13(7), 2369–2379.

Surya, M. S., & Prasanthi, G. (2022). Effect of SiC weight percentage on tribological characteristics of Al7075/SiC composites. Silicon, 14(3), 1083–1092.

Mulugundam, T. V. N. Siva Surya. (2019). Synthesis and mechanical behaviour of (Al/SiC) functionally graded material using powder metallurgy technique. Materials Today: Proceedings, 18(7), 3501–3506.