Dr. Sana Said | Renewable Energy | Women Researcher Award
Sana Said at Higher School of Science and Technology of Hammam Sousse | Tunisia
Dr. Sana Said is an accomplished Doctor of Engineering Physics specializing in solar energy systems. With strong expertise in experimental analysis, numerical modeling, and design of renewable energy technologies, she brings a unique blend of research excellence and teaching passion. Currently engaged in postdoctoral research, Dr. Sana fosters both scholarly inquiry and student mentorship in physical sciences.
Professional Profile:
Education:
Dr. Said earned her Ph.D. in Engineering Physics from ESSTHS, where her dissertation focused on enhancing the performance of vacuum tube solar collectors integrated with phase-change materials. Prior to this, she completed a Research Master’s in Materials Physics and Energy and a Bachelor’s in General Physics at ESSTHS, as well as her high school diploma in experimental sciences.
Experience:
Dr. Said served as a Research Intern in the Laboratory of Metabolic Biophysics and Applied Occupational and Environmental Toxicology at the Faculty of Medicine. Previously, she conducted research at the Laboratory of Energy and Materials (LABEM), ESSTHS. She also gained teaching experience as a primary school teacher and continues to provide personalized tutoring across educational levels. she completed practical industrial training at STIP in Tunisia.
Research Interest:
Dr. Said’s research centers on solar thermal energy systems, particularly evacuated tube collectors enhanced with phase-change materials. She excels in both experimental testing and numerical modeling to quantify thermal performance, aiming to improve sustainable energy solutions through innovative heat transfer designs.
Publications Top Noted:
Optimizing Thermal Performance of Evacuated Tube Solar Collectors with Cascaded Phase Change Materials,
Performance Enhancement of Evacuated U-Tube Solar Collector Integrated with Phase Change Material,
An Experimental Assessment on the Performance of Different Evacuated Tube Solar Collector Configurations,
New Evacuated Tube Solar Collector with Parabolic Trough Collector and Helical Coil Heat Exchanger for Domestic Water Heating,
An Experimental Comparison of the Performance of Various Evacuated Tube Solar Collector Designs,
Conclusion:
Dr. Sana Said’s exceptional contributions to solar energy research and her innovative approach to thermal system enhancement position her as a deserving recipient of the Women Researcher Award. Her integration of phase-change materials into solar collectors demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to renewable energy efficiency. With her blend of technical expertise, research productivity, and dedication to mentorship, she continues to make a meaningful impact in academia and the renewable energy sector. With broader international collaboration and industry partnerships, Dr. Said is poised to further elevate her influence in shaping sustainable energy futures.