Dr. Fahad Al Saadi | Applied Mathematics | Best Researcher Award
Senior Lecturer at Military Technological College, Oman
Educational Details
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Engineering Mathematics – University of Bristol, United Kingdom (2022)
- Master of Mathematics – University of Wollongong, Australia (2014)
- Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and Computer – College of Applied Sciences, Sohar, Oman (2003)
Professional Experience
Dr. Fahad Al Saadi is a seasoned academic professional with over 20 years of experience in mathematics education and engineering mathematics. He is currently serving as a Senior Lecturer in Engineering Mathematics at the Military Technological College (MTC), Oman, within the System Engineering Department (2023–Present). Prior to this role, he was a Lecturer in Engineering Mathematics at MTC (2015–2023), where he played a key role in developing and delivering core mathematics and engineering courses such as Engineering Mathematics I & II, Engineering Design, and Interdisciplinary Group Design Projects. He supervised final-year student projects, coordinated global mathematics modules, and contributed to curriculum development and quality assurance.
Before joining MTC, Dr. Al Saadi worked as a Part-time Mathematics Lecturer at Arab Open University and Mazoon University College (2014–2015), focusing on the design and delivery of mathematics modules. From 2007 to 2014, he served as a Curriculum Officer at the Ministry of Education, Oman, where he contributed to mathematics curriculum development, teacher training, and educational quality enhancement. His professional journey began as a Mathematics Teacher at Al-Warith Bin Kaab School (2003–2007), teaching grades up to the 12th level and actively engaging in various school committees.
Research Interest
- Chemical Reactor and Bioreactor Engineering Problems
- Nonlinear Dynamics
- Nonlinear Waves and Coherent Structures
- Turing Patterns
- Bifurcation Analysis
- Ordinary Differential Equations in Bio-Mathematics (Cancer Growth Modeling)
- Mathematical Biology
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Education
- Design in Engineering
Top Noted Publication
Spikes and Localised Patterns for a Novel Schnakenberg Model in the Semi-strong Interaction Regime
- Authors: F. Al Saadi, A. Champneys, C. Gai, T. Kolokolnikov
- Journal: European Journal of Applied Mathematics, Vol. 33(1), pp. 133-152, 2022
- Citations: 17
- Summary: The paper presents a study on spike and localized pattern formation in a novel Schnakenberg model under semi-strong interaction, using asymptotic analysis and numerical computations.
Stationary and Oscillatory Localized Patterns in Ratio-dependent Predator–Prey Systems
- Authors: F. Al Saadi, A. Champneys, A. Worthy, A. Msmali
- Journal: IMA Journal of Applied Mathematics, Vol. 86(4), pp. 808-827, 2021
- Citations: 9
- Summary: This work investigates localized stationary and oscillatory patterns in a ratio-dependent predator–prey system, with a focus on spatial dynamics and pattern transitions.
Organization of Spatially Localized Structures near a Codimension-three Cusp-Turing Bifurcation
- Authors: P. Parra-Rivas, A.R. Champneys, F.A. Saadi, D. Gomila, E. Knobloch
- Journal: SIAM Journal on Applied Dynamical Systems, Vol. 22(4), pp. 2693-2731, 2023
- Citations: 8
- Summary: The paper analyzes the formation and organization of spatially localized structures arising near a cusp-Turing bifurcation of codimension three, relevant to pattern formation theory.
Transitions between Dissipative Localized Structures in the Simplified Gilad–Meron Model for Dryland Plant Ecology
- Authors: F. Al Saadi, P. Parra-Rivas
- Journal: Chaos: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Nonlinear Science, Vol. 33(3), 2023
- Citations: 8
- Summary: This study investigates the transitions between various dissipative localized structures within the context of a simplified Gilad–Meron model used to understand vegetation patterns in drylands.
Localised Structures in a Virus-host Model
- Authors: F. Al Saadi, A. Worthy, J.R. Pillai, A. Msmali
- Journal: Journal of Mathematical Analysis and Applications, Vol. 499(1), Article 125014, 2021
- Citations: 8
- Summary: The paper explores the emergence of localized spatial structures in a virus-host model using mathematical analysis and numerical simulations.
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