Biography

Dr. Salim Belouettar is a distinguished research scientist who has made significant contributions to the fields of mechanics and materials science. His expertise lies in computational modelling and simulation of composite materials, structures and processes, and his research has far-reaching implications for a range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, and biomedical engineering.
Born in Algeria, Dr. Belouettar's passion for science and engineering was evident from an early age. He pursued his academic career with a singular focus, earning his Engineering Diploma in Civil engineering from the ENTPE, Algiers. He then went on to earn his master's s in mechanics and materials science from the University of Lorraine, France.
Dr. Belouettar's aptitude for research and innovation soon became apparent, and he was awarded a prestigious scholarship to pursue his doctoral studies at the University of Lorraine in France. Under the guidance of renowned scholars in the field, Dr. Belouettar delved deep into the intricacies of mechanics and materials science, emerging with a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering.
Dr. Belouettar's research work during his doctoral studies formed the foundation of his research program, which has since expanded and evolved to encompass a range of disciplines and applications. He has held several postdoctoral positions at academic and research institutions in France, Canada, China and the United Kingdom, where he has worked on cutting-edge projects related to the development of advanced materials and structures for a variety of applications.
In 2001, Dr. Belouettar joined the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) as a research scientist, where he has continued to make significant contributions to the field. His research has led to the development of novel computational tools and techniques for modeling complex materials and structures, which have been widely adopted by researchers and practitioners around the world.
Dr. Belouettar's research has been published in several leading international journals, and he has presented his work at numerous conferences and seminars. He is widely recognised as an expert in his field and has received several awards and recognitions for his contributions, including the International Association of Advanced Materials.
In addition to his research activities, Dr. Belouettar is a dedicated educator and mentor, and he has supervised about 35 doctoral and postdoctoral researchers. He is also an active member of several professional societies, where he serves on editorial boards and as a reviewer for several leading journals in his field.
Dr. Belouettar's work has not only advanced the frontiers of knowledge in his field but also has far-reaching implications for a range of applications. His innovative research has the potential to transform the way we design and engineer materials and structures, and his contributions to the field will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on future generations of scientists and engineers.