Becherif Mohamed

Engineering Education in Algeria (1999)

Engineering Degree in Automation - École Polytechnique d'Alger
The École Polytechnique d'Alger, a prestigious institution of Algerian higher education, trains the country's technical elite. His engineering training in automation provided him with solid foundations in applied mathematics, systems theory, and control that would constitute the basis of his future specialization in energy systems.

Specialization in France (2001)

DEA (Advanced Studies Diploma) in Electrical Engineering
University of Paris Sud/Supélec, 2001. This Master's level research training at one of France's most prestigious universities in science and technology allowed him to deepen his knowledge in electrical engineering and familiarize himself with French research methods. Supélec, an elite engineering school, offered him an environment of excellence to develop his expertise.

PhD of Excellence (2004)

PhD in Automation - University of Paris Sud/Supélec
Defended in 2004 within the Laboratory of Signals and Systems (LSS) and the Laboratory of Electrical Engineering of Paris (LGEP) - CNRS. This thesis, conducted in two leading CNRS laboratories, testifies to the exceptional quality of his doctoral training. LSS and LGEP are world references in their respective fields.

Early Academic Career (2004-2005)

Teaching-Researcher at University of Paris Sud
This first teaching experience at one of France's most reputed universities allowed him to develop his pedagogical skills while pursuing his post-doctoral research. This period consolidated his researcher training and confirmed his academic vocation.

Integration at UTBM (2005)

Associate Professor at University of Technology of Belfort-Montbéliard
His recruitment at UTBM in 2005 marks the beginning of his career at this cutting-edge technological university. UTBM, recognized for its excellence in engineering and close ties with industry, offers an ideal framework for developing applied research in energy.

Habilitation to Supervise Research (2011)

HDR and promotion to Associate Professor HDR rank
Obtaining his HDR in 2011, only 7 years after his PhD, testifies to the speed and exceptional quality of his scientific production. This habilitation grants him the ability to supervise doctoral theses and confirms his recognition as an expert in his field.

Leadership Responsibilities

Director of Smart Building and Energy Efficiency Department
This leadership function testifies to his institutional recognition and his ability to manage research teams. The department he leads is at the forefront of contemporary energy transition issues.

Research Axis Leader "PEM Electrolyzer for electricity storage as H2"
This scientific responsibility within FCLab confirms his cutting-edge expertise in hydrogen technologies, a strategic sector for the energy future.

International Conference Leadership

President of ICEREGA (2016, 2017, 2018, 2020)
International Conference on Electricity Generation from Renewable Energy - This major international conference in renewable energy testifies to his recognition by the international scientific community.

President of EMF 2017
Electromagnetic Fields Conference - Reference conference in applied electromagnetics.

Co-president of ICEE 2017
International Conference on Electrical Engineering - One of the world's leading conferences in electrical engineering.

Editorial and Evaluation Functions

Editor-in-chief and guest editor
Editorial responsibilities in several special issues of Elsevier journals, attesting to his recognition by the most prestigious scientific publishers.

International examiner
Expert evaluator for energy issues in several countries: Czech Republic, Estonia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt. This function testifies to the international recognition of his expertise.

International Visiting Professorships

Visiting Professor in prestigious institutions:

• China: Collaboration with leading Chinese universities in energy
• Canada: Recognized expertise in Canadian universities
• Egypt: Knowledge transfer to the Arab world
• Algeria: Maintaining ties with his country of origin

Impact on Energy Industry

Influence on energy conversion technologies
His expertise in energy conversion and hybrid system management has directly influenced numerous industrial and academic projects. His work contributes to the development of more efficient technologies for energy transition, particularly in the context of carbon neutrality targeted by France and Europe.

Contribution to electric vehicles and hydrogen systems
His research has significantly contributed to the advancement of energy storage and conversion technologies, notably in the field of electric vehicles and hydrogen systems. These domains are crucial for the decarbonized mobility of the future.

Academic and Scientific Influence

Structuring the research field
His role as guest editor in several scientific journals has allowed him to structure and disseminate advances in renewable energy and energy efficiency. He thus contributes to orienting global research in these strategic fields.

Training the new generation
With 20 supervised theses, he has trained a new generation of researchers specialized in energy systems. These PhDs now occupy key positions in industry and research, multiplying his influence.

International Influence

International scientific cooperation
His collaborations in China, Canada, Egypt, and Algeria contribute to technology transfer and development of strategic partnerships. He plays a bridging role between French and international scientific communities.

Influence on energy policies
As an international examiner and recognized expert, he contributes to the development of national energy policies in several countries, influencing energy transition strategies at the international scale.

Technological Innovation

Development of hydrogen technologies
His research on PEM electrolyzers for electricity storage in hydrogen form positions France as a leader in this future technology. Hydrogen is considered one of the key energy vectors of ecological transition.

Smart Buildings and energy efficiency
His leadership of the Smart Building and Energy Efficiency department contributes to the development of intelligent and energy-efficient buildings, a major issue for French energy renovation.