Assist Prof Dr. Karima Megdouli | Machine Learning to Optimise a Supersonic Ejector | Best Researcher Award
Sorbonne universite - France
Professional Profiles:
Early Academic Pursuits:
Karima Megdouli embarked on her academic journey in Energy Engineering, earning her National Diploma from the National Engineering School of Tunis in 2011. She continued her scholarly pursuits by undertaking a Ph.D. in Mechanics-Energetics at the National Engineering School of Monastir-Tunisia, culminating in her successful defense in September 2017.
Professional Endeavors:
With a profound expertise in thermodynamic simulations at both component and system levels, Her dedicated researcher and educator. Her academic path has seen her contribute significantly to the field of refrigeration systems, particularly in identifying innovative solutions to reduce pollutant emissions.
Contributions and Research Focus:
Her research has focused on advancing refrigeration systems and addressing environmental concerns. Her PhD thesis, titled "Contribution to the improvement of refrigeration systems and identification of novel solutions to reduce the emission of pollutants," reflects her commitment to sustainable and efficient energy solutions.
Accolades and Recognition:
Her dedication and excellence in her research were acknowledged with a very honorable distinction and the Jury's congratulations during her thesis defense in September 2017. Her noteworthy contributions have not only garnered recognition within academia but also contributed to the broader field of energy engineering.
Impact and Influence:
As a Research Assistant at Sorbonne University in Paris, France, since 2022, and previously at the University of Kairouan, Tunisia, from 2015 to 2019, Her actively participated in shaping the next generation of researchers. Her involvement in organizing the 1st International Colloquium reflects her commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Legacy and Future Contributions:
Her left an indelible mark with a series of impactful publications, spanning topics such as solar ejector-vapor compression cycles, novel refrigeration systems, and energy and exergoeconomic analyses. Her recent work on optimizing carbon dioxide ejector expansion transcritical refrigeration systems using advanced techniques showcases her forward-looking approach to research.
Notable Publications:
Application of machine learning to enhance the performance of a two-stage, two-temperature ejector cycle driven by the waste heat of exhaust gas
Megdouli, K., Tashtoush, B., Cinnella, P.
Optimization of carbon dioxide ejector expansion transcritical refrigeration system with ANOVA and NSGA-II | Optimisation du système frigorifique transcritique à détente par éjecteur de dioxyde de carbone avec ANOVA et NSGA-II
Megdouli, K., Gholizadeh, T., Tashtoush, B., Cinnella, P., Skorek-Osikowska, A.
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Transient exergy analysis of ejector cooling and thermoelectric generator systems using heat storage and parabolic trough collector for residential buildings
Gholizadeh Baris, T., Ghiasirad, H., Megdouli, K., ...Skorek-Osikowska, A., Bartela, L.
Exergoeconomic analyses of a cement plant waste heat recovery in a novel combined power and refrigeration cycle
Tashtoush, B., Megdouli, K., Gholizadeh, T., Dekam, E.
Tashtoush, B., Megdouli, K., Elakhdar, M., Nehdi, E., Kairouani, L.
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Theoretical research of the performance of a novel enhanced transcritical CO2 refrigeration cycle for power and cold generation
Megdouli, K., Sahli, H., Tashtoush, B.M., Nahdi, E., Kairouani, L.
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Hybrid cascade refrigeration systems for refrigeration and heating
Megdouli, K., Ezzaalouni, Y., Nahdi, E., Mhimid, A., Kairouani, L.
Performance analysis of a combined vapor compression cycle and ejector cycle for refrigeration cogeneration | Analyse de performance d'un cycle à compression de vapeur combiné et d'un cycle à éjecteur pour la cogénération de froid
Megdouli, K., Tashtoush, B.M., Nahdi, E., ...Mhimid, A., Kairouani, L.
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Performance analysis of a new ejector expansion refrigeration cycle (NEERC) for power and cold: Exergy and energy points of view
Megdouli, K., Tashtoush, B.M., Ezzaalouni, Y., ...Mhimid, A., Kairouani, L.
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Thermodynamic analysis of a novel ejector expansion transcritical CO2/N2O cascade refrigeration (NEETCR) system for cooling applications at low temperatures
Megdouli, K., Ejemni, N., Nahdi, E., Mhimid, A., Kairouani, L.