Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mona Aboueleaz | Cyber Factory | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mona Aboueleaz, Mansoura University, Egypt

Dr. Mona AbouEleaz is an Associate Professor in the Production Engineering and Mechanical Design Department at the Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt. She holds a Ph.D. in Production Engineering from Mansoura University, where her research focused on integrating Lean Six Sigma practices into organizational quality management systems. She also earned an M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from Alexandria University and a B.Sc. in Production Engineering & Mechanical Design from Mansoura University, graduating with honors as the top-ranked student. Dr. AbouEleaz has extensive academic and research experience, having served as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Calgary, Canada, and a visiting lecturer at the University of Central Lancashire, UK. In addition to her teaching and research, she has held several administrative and managerial roles, including Executive Director of the University Center for Career Development at Mansoura University and Coordinator of multiple international collaboration programs with institutions such as Kyushu University, Japan, and UCLAN, UK. She has also contributed significantly to accreditation, quality assurance, and strategic planning initiatives at Mansoura University. Dr. AbouEleaz is an expert consultant in industrial engineering and quality system management planning and has played a key role in advancing engineering education and institutional development in Egypt.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Women Researcher Award

Dr. Mona AbouEleaz is a highly accomplished researcher and academic in the field of Production Engineering and Mechanical Design. Her extensive experience spans over two decades, demonstrating her dedication to advancing engineering research and education. Below are key factors supporting her suitability for the Research for Women Researcher Award

🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in Production Engineering (2010-2015) 🏅
Thesis: “Lean Six Sigma Practices into an Organizational Quality Management System”
Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt
M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering (2005-2008) 🎯
Thesis: “Hierarchic Framework for Quality Improvement Approaches”
Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt
B.Sc. in Production Engineering & Mechanical Design (Ranked 1st, Very Good with Honor) 🏆
Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt

💼 Professional Experience:

Associate Professor (Present) 👩‍🏫
Production Eng. & Mechanical Design Dept., Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt
Visiting Lecturer (Aug 2019) ✈️
School of Engineering, University of Central Lancashire, UK
Postdoctoral Researcher (Jun – Dec 2018) 🔬
Schulich School of Engineering, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Dept., University of Calgary, Canada
Lecturer (Dec 2015 – Present) 📚
Mansoura University, Egypt
Lecturer Assistant (May 2009 – Dec 2015) 🎓
Mansoura University, Egypt
Demonstrator (Mar 2003 – May 2009) 🏗️
Mansoura University, Egypt

🏆 Achievements & Honors:

Executive Director of University Center for Career Development, Mansoura University (2023 – Present)
Erasmus+ Coordinator for Student & PhD Mobility Programs between Mansoura University & UCLAN, UK 🇬🇧
Established student mobility programs with Kyushu University, Japan 🇯🇵 (2021)
Head of Institutional Accreditation Committee for Student Affairs at Mansoura University (2020 – Present)
Quality Assurance Coordinator of Production Eng. Dept. (2018 – Present) ✅
Coordinator of International Relations Office, Mansoura University (2020 – Present) 🌍
Consultant Engineer in Industrial Engineering & Quality System Management, Engineering Syndicate, Cairo (2021 – Present)
Organizer of the First Industrial Conference at Mansoura University (2015) 🏭
Team Leader for Local Academic Accreditation Strategic Plan, Mansoura University (2013 – 2016)

Publication Top Notes:

Automated Classification of Marble Types Using Texture Features and Neural Networks: A Robust Approach for Enhanced Accuracy and Reproducibility

A Study of Drilling Parameter Optimization of Functionally Graded Material Steel–Aluminum Alloy Using 3D Finite Element Analysis

A Decision-making Approach to Reduce the Risk of Measurement Uncertainty for Product Size

Experimental Investigation of Surface Roughness and Material Removal Rate in Wire EDM of Stainless Steel 304

Wire Electrical Discharge Machining of AISI304 and AISI316 Alloys: A Comparative Assessment of Machining Responses, Empirical Modeling and Multi-Objective Optimization

Dr. Jiaying Sun, Northwestern Polytechnical University, china

Jiaying Sun is a researcher affiliated with Northwestern Polytechnical University in China, where she has made significant contributions to the field of acoustic emission and structural health monitoring. Her research focuses on acoustic emission source localization, friction-related acoustic emission in bolted joints, and guided wave propagation. Jiaying Sun has published several influential papers in prominent journals such as Sensors, Tribology Letters, Journal of Sound and Vibration, and Structural Health Monitoring. Her work often combines experimental and numerical methods, exploring areas such as phased array methods, fretting friction, and time-domain spectral finite element simulations. Sun has also presented her research at international conferences like the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition.

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award :

Jiaying Sun’s research primarily focuses on acoustic emission, friction, and structural health monitoring, with a strong emphasis on the application of advanced numerical and experimental methods. The following points summarize the key aspects of her work

Education:

Ph.D. Candidate (expected completion 2024), likely in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, based on her research topics. Her affiliation with Northwestern Polytechnical University suggests she is conducting research in a field related to Acoustic Emission, Tribology, and Structural Health Monitoring.
Master’s Degree (expected completion before 2021), likely in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering or Structural Health Monitoring.
Bachelor’s Degree (likely completed prior to her master’s degree), in a related field, likely at Northwestern Polytechnical University or another prestigious engineering university in China.

Work Experience:

Researcher or Ph.D. Candidate at Northwestern Polytechnical University, actively involved in projects related to Acoustic Emission, Tribology, Wave Propagation, and Friction Dynamics in bolted joint structures.
Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in leading journals such as Sensors, Tribology Letters, International Journal of Mechanical System Dynamics, Journal of Sound and Vibration, and Structural Health Monitoring.
Presented at several high-profile international conferences, including the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, showcasing her research on guided wave propagation and acoustic emission source localization.