Editorial Team

Editor-in-Chief

Prof. Salah Mohamed Mousa

Prof. Salah Mohamed Mousa

Editor-in-Chief

Professor, Faculty of Engineering – Sabratha, Sabratha University, Libya

Specialisation: Electrical Power Engineering – High-Voltage, Earthing (Grounding) and Lightning Protection Systems

Google Scholar ORCID salah.mousa@sabu.edu.ly
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Education

  • PhD in Electrical Engineering (2010–2014), Cardiff University, Wales, UK. Thesis: Experimental Investigation of Enhanced Earth Electrode Systems under High Frequency and Transient Conditions.
  • MSc in Electrical Engineering (2005), Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Hungary – GPA 5.0/5.0. Dissertation: Self-Limiting Transformer using High Temperature Superconductor Material (HTS).
  • BSc in Electrical Engineering (1996), 7th April University, Libya.

Academic & Professional Experience

  • 2026 – present: Professor, Faculty of Engineering – Sabratha, Sabratha University.
  • 2019 – 2024: Staff Member, School of Engineering, Cardiff University, UK.
  • 2014 – 2024: Professor, Sabratha University.
  • 2017 – 2019: Head of the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering – Sabratha.
  • 2006 – 2008: Associate Lecturer, 7th April University.
  • 1999 – 2001: Electrical Engineer, Faculty of Engineering – Sabratha.
  • Consultant, PSC2 Company for Lightning Protection and Grounding System Design, Cardiff, UK.

Journal Service

  • 2016 – present: Chairman of the committee supervising the registration of the Sabratha University Journal of Applied Sciences in the Directory of Online Libyan Journals.

Research Interests & Projects

  • High-frequency and transient performance of earthing systems; lightning protection; soil resistivity measurement and modelling.
  • 2019 – 2024: High Frequency Earthing Systems Project, Cardiff University – field measurements up to 10 MHz, impulse testing and CDEGS simulation.
  • 2014 – 2019: Photovoltaic Systems – research group leader on maximum power extraction from solar energy.

Supervision & Teaching

  • Supervision of undergraduate and MSc students at Cardiff University, Sabratha University and the Libyan Academy for Postgraduate Studies.
  • Courses: Power Engineering I & II, Power System Analysis, Power Distribution, Electric Machines I & II, High Voltage Technology, Advanced Mathematics (MSc), Power System Analysis (MSc).

Scientific Committees & Reviewing

  • Scientific committee: Libyan International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Technologies (LICEET 2018); IEEE 5th International Maghreb Meeting (MI-STA 2026), Sabha University.
  • Reviewer: Conference for Engineering Sciences and Technology (CEST).

Honours

  • Best Conference Paper Award – 46th International Universities Power Engineering Conference (UPEC), Germany, 2011.
  • 7th April University scholarships for MSc and PhD studies.

Technical Skills

  • High-voltage and impulse test equipment (up to 400 kV), impedance measurement (IMS) and RF grounding test equipment, soil resistivity meters, PV testers.
  • Software: CDEGS, EMTP, PowerWorld Simulator, PVsyst, Mathcad, Electronics Workbench.

Selected Publications

  • D. Clark, S. Mousa, N. Harid, H. Griffiths, A. Haddad, "Lightning Current Performance of Conventional and Enhanced Rod Ground Electrodes", IEEE Transactions on Electromagnetic Compatibility, 2021.
  • O. Kherif, S. Robson, S. Mousa, N. Harid, H. Griffiths, D. Thorpe, "Toward Enhancing Soil Resistivity Measurement and Modelling for Limited Interelectrode Spacing", IEEE Transactions on Electromagnetic Compatibility, 2024.
  • N. Harid, H. Griffiths, S. Mousa, D. Clark, S. Robson, A. Haddad, "On the Analysis of Impulse Test Results on Grounding Systems", IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 51(6), 2015.
  • S. Mousa, H. Griffiths, N. Harid, A. Haddad, "Experimental Investigation of High Frequency and Transient Performance of Earth Rod Systems", Electric Power Systems Research, 2014.
  • S. Mousa, M. Alhawwari, A. Essed, M. Almaaysawi, "Experimental Investigation of Enhancing Earthing Through Soil Treatment Using High Conductivity Material", Academy Journal for Basic and Applied Sciences, 2025.
  • S. Mousa, N. Shebani, M. Alhawwari, "Computer Simulation of Earthing Systems under Variable Frequency and Transient Conditions", Comprehensive Journal of Science, 2026.
  • O. Kherif, S. Robson, N. Harid, D. Thorpe, S. Mousa, S. Stivanello, "Impact of Profile Orientation and Position on Soil Resistivity Measurement for Earthing Applications", 58th UPEC, 2023.
  • S. Mousa, N. Harid, H. Griffiths, A. Haddad, "Distribution of Impulse Current in Earth Grid Electrodes", 55th UPEC, Torino, Italy, 2020.
  • S. Mousa, N. Harid, H. Griffiths, A. Haddad, "Experimental Investigation on High-Frequency and Transient Performance of a Vertical Earth Electrode", 46th UPEC, Soest, Germany, 2011 (Best Paper Award).
  • S. Mousa, H. Griffiths, N. Harid, A. Haddad, "Experimental Investigation of High Frequency and Transient Performance of Earth Rod Systems", 44th International Conference on Lightning Protection (ICLP), Vienna, 2012.

Editorial Board

Prof. Azab Elsayed Azab

Prof. Azab Elsayed Azab

Editorial Board Member

Professor, Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Sabratha University, Libya

Specialisation: Physiology, Histopathology and Parasitology

Google Scholar ORCID azabelsayed@sabu.edu.ly
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Education

  • PhD in Physiology (2006), Faculty of Science, Zagazig University (Benha Branch), Egypt.
  • MSc in Physiology (1996), Faculty of Science, Menoufia University, Egypt.
  • BSc in Zoology (1987), Faculty of Science, Zagazig University (Benha Branch), Egypt.

Academic Career

  • 2025 – present: Professor, Department of Physiology; Head of the Studies and Examinations Department, Faculty of Medicine, Sabratha University.
  • 2018 – 2025: Professor and Head of the Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Sabratha University (Associate Professor 2018–2022).
  • 2014 – 2018: Assistant Professor, then Associate Professor, Zoology Department, Alejelat Faculty of Science, Zawia University.
  • 2006 – 2014: Lecturer, Biology Department, Alejelat Faculty of Science, Zawia University.
  • 1997 – 2006: Assistant Lecturer – Higher Institute of Teachers Preparation, Tripoli, and Alejelat Faculty of Science.
  • Former Head of the Quality Department, Faculty of Medicine, Sabratha University.

Research Interests

  • Physiology, histopathology and parasitology; antioxidant activity and phytochemical analysis; hepato- and nephroprotective agents; haematology; diabetes, dyslipidaemia and cardiovascular risk factors; reproductive physiology; effects of electromagnetic fields on humans and animals.

Supervision

  • Supervised more than 18 MSc theses (Zawia University and the Libyan Academy for Postgraduate Studies) and more than 35 undergraduate projects.

Editorial & Reviewing Activities

  • Associate Editor, Journal of Applied Biotechnology and Bioengineering (JABB).
  • Peer reviewer for more than 16 journals, including Oriental Pharmacy and Experimental Medicine, Journal of Diabetes, Metabolic Disorders & Control and International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review.

Teaching

  • Undergraduate: Human Physiology I & II. Postgraduate: Human Physiology, Animal Physiology, Vertebrates.

Membership

  • Egyptian Syndicate of Scientific Professions, Cairo, Egypt.

Publications

  • Author of 181 published articles in national and international journals.

Selected Recent Publications

  • "Cord Blood Bilirubin as an Early Risk Marker for Neonatal Jaundice at 12 Hours of Life: A Retrospective Observational Study", Razi Medical Journal, 2(3): 674–679, 2026.
  • "High Prevalence of Normocytic Anemia and Hematological Alterations in Pancreatic Cancer Patients at the National Institute of Oncology, Sabratha", Razi Medical Journal, 2(3): 638–645, 2026.
  • "Assessment of the Prevalence of Iron Deficiency Anemia among Primary School Pupils in the Surman and Al Mutrad Regions, North-Western Libya", International Journal of Academic Health and Medical Research, 10(8): 43–54, 2026.
  • "Effect of Chemotherapy on the Hematological Parameters and Prevalence of Anemia in Breast Cancer Patients", Libyan Journal of Medical Research, 20(1): 124–132, 2026.
  • "Prediction of Preeclampsia Using Maternal Factors, Biochemical Markers, and Uterine Artery Doppler", The Journal of Comprehensive Sciences, 11(41): 77–84, 2026.
  • "The Relationship between Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Thyroid Hormones and Lipid Profile in a Patient Sample of Thyroid Disorders", International Science and Technology Journal, 37(1): 1–23, 2025.
  • "Prevalence of Microalbuminuria among Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Zawia City, Western Libya", International Journal of Academic Health and Medical Research, 9(4): 13–21, 2025.
  • "Targeting Oxidative Stress: A Comparative Study on the Effects of Doxorubicin on Antioxidant Enzymes Activities in Heart and Tumor Tissues in Mice", International Journal of Academic Health and Medical Research, 8(11): 70–81, 2024.
Prof. Elansary Refaat Elkhouly

Prof. Elansary Refaat Elkhouly

Editorial Board Member

Professor, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science – Regdalin, Sabratha University, Libya

Specialisation: Entomology – Biological Control of Insect Pests

Google Scholar ORCID elansary.elkhoyly@sabu.edu.ly
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Education

  • PhD in Entomology (2009), Mansoura University, Egypt.
  • MSc in Entomology (2004), Mansoura University, Egypt.
  • BSc in Plant Protection (1998), Mansoura University, Egypt.

Academic Ranks

  • 2024: Professor, Sabratha University.
  • 2020: Associate Professor, Sabratha University.
  • 2016: Assistant Professor, Sabratha University.
  • 2009: Lecturer, Zawia University.

Positions Held

  • 2024 – present: Director of the Quality Office, Faculty of Science – Regdalin, Sabratha University.
  • 2020 – present: Faculty member, Faculty of Science – Regdalin, Sabratha University.
  • 2018 – 2019: Head of the Computer Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun.
  • 2017 – 2018: Head of the Physics Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun.
  • 2013 – 2017: Head of the Biology Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun.
  • 2012 – 2013: Head of the Chemistry Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun.
  • 2009 – 2011: Faculty member, Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences, Zawia University.

Research Interests

  • Biological control of leaf-miner pests (Liriomyza spp., citrus leaf miner) using hymenopteran parasitoids; population dynamics and host-plant preference of insect pests; veterinary and public-health surveys; water quality.

Postgraduate Supervision

  • MSc: Natural abundance of the tomato leaf miner Liriomyza bryoniae and associated parasitoids, Wershifana region (2021).
  • MSc: Natural abundance of the citrus leaf miner Phyllocnistis citrella and its parasitoids, Surman region (2024).
  • MSc: Population dynamics of the olive fruit fly Bactrocera oleae and associated parasitoids, Alzawia.
  • PhD: Evaluation of veterinary drug residues in meat and poultry products in Libya.
  • PhD: Survey of toxic chemical components in cosmetics.

Books (Translation into Arabic)

  • Eric Schlosser, America between Drug Madness and Black-Market Tales – Dar Al-Ilm wal-Iman, Egypt, 2005.
  • Eric Schlosser, Fast Food Nation – Dar Al-Ilm wal-Iman, Egypt (in press).

Lectures & Workshops

  • Workshop: Research Search Engines and Journal Classification Criteria, Research and Consultancy Centre, Sabratha University, 2024.
  • Lecture: Using AI Tools in Academic Writing, Faculty of Nursing, Sabratha University, 2025.
  • Lectures on modern methods of scientific writing and publishing, Faculty of Science – Alejelat (2021) and Faculty of Science – Regdalin (2022).
  • Lecture: Integrated Pest Management, World Soil Day seminar, Zawia, 2021.

Skills

  • Scientific writing, reviewing and editing; translation (English–Arabic); field research in entomology and biological control; mentoring researchers.

Publications

  • Author of 41 research papers in journals and conferences.

Selected Publications

  • Elkhouly A.R., Albasha M.O., Sharshary A.M., "Population Dynamics of the Citrus Leaf Miner Phyllocnistis citrella (Lepidoptera: Gracillariidae) on Four Citrus Crops in Surman Region, Libya", Egyptian Journal of Plant Protection Research Institute, 7(3): 308–326, 2024.
  • Elkhouly A.R., Albasha M.O., Shelig N., "Biocontrol Efficiency, Population Densities and Parasite–Host Synchronization of the Larval Ectoparasitoid Diglyphus isaea on the Tomato Leafminer Liriomyza bryoniae", The Academic Open Journal of Applied and Human Sciences, 5(1), 2024.
  • Elkhouly A.R., Shefsha H.A., Al Hireereeq E.A., "Assessment of Host Plant Influence on Larval Ectoparasitoid Diglyphus isaea's Stinging Behavior", The American Journal of Agriculture and Biomedical Engineering, 5(5), 2023.
  • Elkhouly A.R., "Population Densities of the Serpentine Leaf Miner Liriomyza trifolii and the Associated Parasitoids Diglyphus isaea and Opius pallipes on Two Selected Weed Host Plants", Libyan Journal of Plant Protection, 12: 67–87, 2022.
  • Elkhouly A.R., Albasha M.O., "Seasonal Abundance of the Serpentine Leaf Miner Liriomyza trifolii and the Bio-efficiency of the Larval Ectoparasitoid Diglyphus isaea on Cowpea in Alejelat Region, Libya", GSC Advanced Research and Reviews, 3(2): 1–8, 2020.
  • Elkhouly A.R., Alhririg M.A., "Natural Abundance and Biocontrol Efficiency of the Ectoparasitoid Diglyphus isaea on the Serpentine Leafminer Liriomyza trifolii in Tomato Greenhouses in Alzawia Region, Libya", Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology, 5(3): 1–7, 2016.
  • Al Hireereeq E.A., Elkhouly A.R., Mansour N.M., "Evaluation of the Seroprevalence of the Coccidian Parasite Toxoplasma gondii in Al-Ajailat Region, Libya", Asian Journal of Science and Technology, 11(11): 11964–11970, 2021.
  • Elkhouly A.R., Masoud O.J., Shafsha H.A., "Higher Education in Libya, Challenges and Problems: A Descriptive Study", American Research Journal of Humanities & Social Science, 4(12): 52–61, 2021.
Dr. Zahra Ashur Said Mahraz

Dr. Zahra Ashur Said Mahraz

Editorial Board Member

Department of Physics, Faculty of Education – Zultun, Sabratha University, Libya

Specialisation: Solid State Physics, Nanomaterials and Materials Science

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Education

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship (2016–2017), Department of Physics, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM).
  • PhD in Physics (2016), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) – Nanotechnology and Applied Physics, Advanced Optical Materials Research Group.
  • MSc in Physics (2011), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
  • BSc in Physics (Honours) (2006), 7th April University, Libya.

Academic Experience

  • 2025 – 2026: Head of the Quality and Performance Evaluation Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun, Sabratha University.
  • 2023 – 2024: Member of the Scientific Committee, Sabratha University.
  • 2021 – 2024: Head of the Biology Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun.
  • 2019 – 2024: Head of the Physics Department, Faculty of Education – Zultun.
  • 2018 – present: Lecturer, Department of Physics, Faculty of Education – Zultun, Sabratha University.
  • 2006 – 2008: Teaching Assistant, Department of Physics, Faculty of Education – Zultun.

Scientific & Editorial Committees

  • Scientific Committee, SABU International Conference on Quality in Higher Education Institutions (QHEAI 2026).
  • Editorial Board Member, Sabratha University Journal of Applied Sciences.

Areas of Specialisation

  • Quantum mechanics, materials science, nanomaterials, theory of semiconductors and solid state physics; rare-earth-doped glasses and plasmonic nanoglass.

Research Skills

  • XRD, DTA, TEM, SEM, EDX, UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometry, FTIR, Raman and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy.

Grants & Fellowships

  • Libyan Ministry of Higher Education scholarships for MSc (2009–2011) and PhD (2012–2016); UTM postdoctoral fellowship (Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia).

Publications

  • 29 journal articles, 5 conference papers and 1 book chapter (Recent Progress in Plasmonic Nanoglass, 2016).

Selected Publications

  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, P. Anigrahawati, E.S. Sazali, M.R. Sahar, "Preparation of Spinel Iron-Oxide Nanoparticles from Indonesian Iron Sand by High-Energy Ball Milling", Applied Physics A, 132: 1166, 2026.
  • N.S. Ramli, E.S. Sazali, Z.A. Mahraz, S.K. Ghoshal, et al., "Hard Tissue Repairing Potency of Mesoporous Borosilicate Bioactive Glass: An in Vitro Assessment", Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids, 609: 122289, 2023.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, S.A. Jupri, E.S. Sazali, M.R. Sahar, K.A. Samah, "Opto-Dielectric Properties of TeO2-Li2O-LiCl-Eu2O3 Glasses", ECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology, 11: 114002, 2022.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, E.S. Sazali, M.R. Sahar, "Spectral and Dielectric Characteristics of Er3+-Doped Multicomponent Tellurite Glasses", Optik, 239: 166776, 2021.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, E.S. Sazali, M.R. Sahar, et al., "Spectroscopic Investigations of Near-Infrared Emission from Nd3+-Doped Zinc-Phosphate Glasses: Judd-Ofelt Evaluation", Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids, 509: 106–114, 2019.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, M.R. Sahar, S.K. Ghoshal, A.P. Md Saad, A. Syahrom, "Sol-Gel Grown MgO-ZnO-Tricalcium-Phosphate Nanobioceramics: Evaluation of Mechanical and Degradation Attributes", Corrosion Science, 138: 179–188, 2018.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, M.R. Sahar, S.K. Ghoshal, "Near-Infrared Up-Conversion Emission from Erbium Ions Doped Amorphous Tellurite Media: Judd-Ofelt Evaluation", Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 740: 617–625, 2018.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, M.R. Sahar, S.K. Ghoshal, "Reduction of Non-Radiative Decay Rates in Boro-Tellurite Glass via Silver Nanoparticles Assisted Surface Plasmon Impingement: Judd-Ofelt Analysis", Journal of Luminescence, 190: 335–343, 2017.
  • Z.A.S. Mahraz, M.R. Sahar, S.K. Ghoshal, M.R. Dousti, R.J. Amjad, "Silver Nanoparticles Enhanced Luminescence of Er3+ Ions in Boro-Tellurite Glasses", Materials Letters, 112: 136–138, 2013.
Ms. Anesa Maolod Al-Najeh

Ms. Anesa Maolod Al-Najeh

Editorial Board Member

Assistant Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science, Sabratha University, Libya

Specialisation: Computer Science – Networks, Cloud Computing and Information Security

Google Scholar ORCID anesa.alnajeh@sabu.edu.ly
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Education

  • MSc in Computer Science (2012), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Malaysia.
  • BSc in Computer Science (2006), Faculty of Science – Al-Ajailat, Zawia University, Libya.

Academic Experience

  • 2013 – present: Assistant Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science, Sabratha University.
  • 2012 – 2013: Assistant Lecturer, Faculty of Science, Zawia University.
  • 2007 – 2012: Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Science, Zawia University.

Administrative & Journal Roles

  • Responsible for designing and managing the website of the Journal of Applied Science, Sabratha University.
  • Director of the E-Learning Office, Sabratha University.
  • Director of the Information and Documentation Center, Sabratha University.
  • Quality Coordinator and Coordinator of Studies and Examinations, Computer Department, Faculty of Science (2014–2018).
  • Supervisor of the student registration system, Faculty of Science, Sabratha University.

Courses Taught

  • Computer Programming I & II (C++, Python), Object-Oriented Programming (Java), Visual Programming (VB.NET, ASP.NET), Data Structures I & II, Databases, Computer Networks, Software Engineering, Object-Oriented Analysis & Design, Logic Design, Microprocessors, Assembly Language, Operations Research; supervision of graduation projects.

Training & Workshops

  • Faculty development and quality-in-education courses; workshops on course specification, communication skills, and reference management with Mendeley.

Publications

  • "Energy-Efficient Intrusion Detection in WSN: Leveraging IK-ECC and SA-BiLSTM", Journal of Applied Science, Sabratha University, 2024.
  • "PCF-LSTM for Dynamic Data Portability with CSHHC-Based Deduplication in Distributed Cloud", International Research Journal of Advanced Engineering and Science, 2024.
  • "A Novel CPKM-DLNN Based Deepfake Detection Using EP-SURF and PSKF Techniques", Journal of Electronic Systems and Programming, 2022.
  • "Adaptive Packet Buffering Algorithm Based on Priority and Traffic Throughput for Reducing Packet Loss in Fast Handover for Mobile IPv6", International Journal of Computer Science Issues, 2012.