Mamoun Medraj, PhD is a Professor at the Concordia Institute of Aerospace Design & Innovation (CIADI), affiliated with the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University. He serves as a thesis supervisor for Mechanical Engineering (MASc and PhD) programs. Education: Holds a PhD in Materials Science/Engineering. Research focuses on thermodynamics-driven material development and erosion-resistant materials. Research Interests: Specializes in: (1) Hydrogen embrittlement mitigation in metallic systems, (2) Water droplet erosion mechanisms in aerospace/energy materials, (3) Additive manufacturing of superalloys, and (4) Novel battery materials. Utilizes advanced techniques including molecular dynamics, thermodynamic modeling, and experimental phase equilibria analysis. Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes hydrogen-material interactions (Fe-based systems), machine learning applications for erosion prediction, and 3D printing optimization for Inconel 718. Highlights include advancements in Zn-Ni electroplating processes and Niobium-based battery anodes. Grants & Advising: Actively supervises graduate students in materials engineering. Research funding supported by NSERC and industry partners. Specializes in guiding projects on surface engineering and energy storage materials. Labs/Teams: Leads CIADI's Materials Degradation & Innovation Lab, focusing on aerospace material durability and sustainable energy solutions. Collaborates with automotive/aerospace industries on erosion-resistant coatings and additive manufacturing processes.










