Roles

Samir Deyab has been actively involved in academic and administrative roles at Tripoli University. As a University Lecturer in the Mining Engineering Department since 2023, he has been responsible for teaching courses and guiding students in various subjects related to mining engineering. His teaching experience at Tripoli University also includes a previous stint as an Instructor from 2012 to 2014, where he taught courses such as Rock Mechanics, Mining Economics, Surface Mining, and Stability of Rock Slopes.

In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Dr. Deyab played a crucial role in organizing events and supporting other faculty members with their courses. He was also instrumental in designing course materials, grading exams, and leading weekly discussion sessions to enhance students' understanding of complex topics.

Currently, Dr. Deyab is a member of the Preparatory Committee for the Second Mining Conference scheduled for 2025, where he contributes to the planning and execution of this significant academic event.

Careers

Samir Deyab is a seasoned academic and professional with extensive experience in mining material engineering and microwave techniques. He holds a Ph.D. in Mining and Materials Engineering from McGill University, where his research focused on microwave-assisted rock breakage technology. He also holds a Master of Engineering in Oil & Gas from Memorial University and a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering from Tripoli University.

Currently, Dr. Deyab serves as a University Lecturer at the Mining Engineering Department of Tripoli University and is a member of the Preparatory Committee for the upcoming Second Mining Conference in 2025. His research expertise spans rock mechanics, safety in mining, and the application of microwave technologies in the industry. He has contributed to several journal articles and has mentored both graduate and undergraduate students.

In addition to his research and teaching roles, Dr. Deyab has practical experience as a teaching assistant at both McGill University and Memorial University, where he developed course materials and led classes on various topics in mining and safety engineering. He is also fluent in English and Arabic and is proficient in various engineering software tools.

Research Interests

1. Deyab, S. M., Taleb-Berrouane, M., Khan, F., & Yang, M. (2018). Failure analysis of the offshore process component considering causation dependence. Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 113, 220-232.
2. Deyab, S. M., Rafezi, H., Hassani, F., Sasmito, A. P., & Kermani, M. (2020). The effect of microwave irradiation on the mechanical properties of kimberlite and limestone. Selçuk-Teknik Dergisi, 19(4), 97-109.
3. Hassani, F., Rafezi, H., & Deyab, S. M. (2020). A review of Explosive-Free Rock Breakage (EFRB) technologies in mining industry. Selcuk University Journal of Engineering Sciences, 19(4), 84-96.
4. Rafezi, H., Deyab, S. M., Hassani, F., Ghoreishi-Madiseh, S. A., & Micallef, D. (2020). A comparative study of the cooling-rate effect on rock strength reduction after microwave irradiation. Experimental Results, 1.
5. Deyab, S. M., Rafezi, H., Hassani, F., Kermani, M., & Sasmito, A. P. (2021). Experimental investigation on the effects of microwave irradiation on kimberlite and granite rocks. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 13(2), 267-274.
6. Deyab, S.M., Ahmadi hosseini, A., Rafezi, H., Hassani, F., Sasmito, A.P. (2023). Investigating Microwave Treatment of Rocks Based on Fracture Mechanics Analysis in Mode I Fracture Toughness Test. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 56, 5275–5291.

External Activities

Samir Deyab has been actively involved in various outdoor and volunteer activities throughout his academic and professional career. He played a significant role in organizing the first youth forum of Libyan university graduates in 2013, contributing to the engagement and empowerment of young professionals in Libya.

He also assisted in organizing international engineering conferences at the Centre for Risk, Integrity, and Safety Engineering at Memorial University between 2016 and 2017, showcasing his commitment to fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration in the engineering community.

Moreover, Dr. Deyab volunteered as a judge at the Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering event in 2021, where he provided valuable feedback and encouragement to aspiring engineers. His dedication to safety and community well-being was further demonstrated through his role as a Safety Officer at the Geomechanics Laboratory at McGill University from 2018 to 2022.

In recognition of my contribution to the academic community, I was awarded a certificate by Elsevier for reviewing for the Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering in October 2024. This recognition highlights my expertise and commitment to supporting peer-reviewed research in the field of geotechnical engineering.