Prof. Dr. Hamdy El Ghetany – Professional Profile

Prof. Dr. Hamdy Hassan El Ghetany is a distinguished Mechanical Power Engineering expert and consultant specializing in Solar Energy and Renewable Energy Systems, with more than 40 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering, renewable energy applications, and advanced energy technologies.

He previously served as Dean of the Institute of Engineering Research and New and Renewable Energy at the National Research Centre (NRC), Egypt, from 2020 to 2023. He also held the position of Professor and Head of the Solar Energy Department at the National Research Centre, contributing to scientific research, academic development, and the advancement of renewable energy technologies.

His technical expertise covers solar energy systems, mechanical engineering, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, water treatment and desalination, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, solar water heating, photovoltaic technologies, and solar-powered water pumping systems.

Throughout his career, Prof. Dr. El Ghetany has contributed to numerous research and applied engineering projects, including solar-powered desalination systems, photovoltaic installations, solar water pumping solutions, energy-efficiency improvement, and innovative cooling technologies. His work has also involved research initiatives supported by the National Research Centre, the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology, and international research programmes, including European Union-funded projects.

He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Solar Energy) from Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan, in 2000, following his Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Solar Energy) from Cairo University in 1993. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Power Engineering with Honors from Benha University in 1986.

In addition to his research and engineering career, he has extensive academic teaching experience, having taught engineering and renewable energy subjects at Egyptian universities and institutes for approximately 22 years. His academic contributions include teaching solar energy, air-conditioning systems, thermodynamics, and engineering graduation projects.

His professional work reflects a strong commitment to advancing renewable energy technologies, promoting applied scientific research, improving energy efficiency, and developing sustainable engineering solutions.

Core Areas of Expertise

• Solar Energy and Renewable Energy Systems
• Mechanical Power Engineering
• Photovoltaic Systems and Solar Applications
• Solar-Powered Water Pumping and Desalination
• Water Treatment and Heating Systems
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Technologies
• Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Systems
• Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, and Thermodynamics
• Scientific Research and Applied Engineering Projects
• Academic Teaching and Technical Consultancy