Badi Nacer

Badi Nacer

Category : Industrial Engineering - Energy - Materials

BADI Nacer

Full Professor of Physics

University of Tabuk, Faculty of Science, Department of Physics, Saudi Arabia

Origins & Education

Born in 1965 in Sidi Bel-Abbes, Algeria, Nacer Badi completed his higher education at the Djillali Liabes University of Sidi Bel-Abbes. He continued his academic training in the United States and Algeria, obtaining his PhD in Physics in 1996 through a collaboration between the University of Houston (USA) and the University of Sidi Bel-Abbes (Algeria). This dual education allowed him to acquire internationally recognized expertise in the fields of physics, chemistry, mechanics, industrial engineering, energetics, and materials science.

Scientific Career

Professor Badi is currently a Full Professor at the University of Tabuk in Saudi Arabia, within the Faculty of Science, Department of Physics. His career is marked by important responsibilities and a deep commitment to cutting-edge scientific research.

Research Themes:

  • Renewable Energies
  • Materials Science & Nanotechnology
  • Energy Storage (Supercapacitors, Batteries, Solar Cells)
  • Thin Films & Nanomaterials
  • Nanoelectronics & Nanoenergetics

Academic and Scientific Responsibilities:

  • Head of Renewable Energy Research Laboratory, University of Tabuk
  • Former Head of Nanotechnology Research Laboratory
  • Principal Investigator in over 25 research projects
  • Co-Principal Investigator in over 30 research projects
  • Member of Scientific Research & Graduate Studies Committees
  • Editorial Board Member & Peer Reviewer for Scientific Journals

His scientific career is characterized by intense and diverse research activity, focused on cutting-edge technologies in renewable energy and nanomaterials. Professor Badi has successfully combined fundamental research with industrial applications, making significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge in his areas of expertise.

Distinctions & Recognition

Patents:

Professor Badi holds multiple U.S. patents, testifying to the originality and impact of his work:

  • "Dental material containing nanosized fillers and preparation methods thereof" (US 11951192, 2024)
  • "Boron nitride for anti-reflection coating of photovoltaic devices" (US 9318626, 2016)
  • "Capacitor and method of storing energy" (US 6,939,775, 2005)
  • Several other patents in nanomaterials and renewable energy

Publications:

  • Author of over 150 scholarly publications, including patents, journal papers, conference articles, and technical reports
  • Published in high-impact journals (Q1 & Q2 rankings) in materials science, renewable energy, and nanotechnology

Supervision:

  • Supervised over 50 students (undergraduate, master's, PhD)
  • Thesis advisor for 11 master's students and 1 PhD student

Professional Affiliations:

  • Materials Research Society (MRS) (1999-2008)
  • American Vacuum Society (AVS) (2000-2014)
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (2004-2013)
  • Reviewer for Qatar National Research Foundation (QNRF) since 2014
  • Editorial board member for multiple scientific journals

Awards and Funding:

Professor Badi has been awarded multiple research grants from prestigious organizations, including:

  • U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
  • Department of Defense (DOD)
  • NASA
  • National Science Foundation (NSF)
  • Saudi Arabian Research Development and Innovation Authority (RDIA)

He is recognized for his contributions to nanotechnology, renewable energy, and advanced materials research.

Impact & Influence

1) Advancing Renewable Energy Technologies

Professor Badi has developed high-performance materials for solar cells, batteries, and supercapacitors, improving energy efficiency and storage capacity. His patented Boron Nitride anti-reflection coatings have significantly enhanced solar cell performance.

2) Nanomaterials & Thin Films Innovation

He pioneered nanoelectronics and nanoenergetics research, leading to new materials with enhanced conductivity, durability, and efficiency. His work on high-temperature dielectrics and capacitors has contributed to modern energy storage solutions.

3) Industrial & Technological Impact

Research findings have been applied in aerospace, defense, and renewable energy sectors, influencing materials used in NASA and Department of Defense projects. He has also contributed to commercializing advanced nanomaterials for industrial applications.

4) Academic & Mentorship Influence

By supervising over 50 students, Professor Badi has shaped the next generation of scientists and engineers. He is actively involved in graduate studies, peer reviewing, and scientific journal editorial boards.

5) Global Recognition & Collaboration

With over 150 high-impact research papers, cited extensively in energy and materials science, Professor Badi has engaged in international research collaborations with leading universities and institutions worldwide.

Learn More

Emails: nbadi@ut.edu.sa, nbadi@uh.edu

Academic and Professional Profiles:

Contact Information:

  • Office: +966 14 456 2421
  • Mobile: +966 54 150 2284

« Back