Grant Acquisition: There is no mention of involvement in large-scale research grants or funding acquisition. Pursuing and securing competitive research grants could further validate Dr. Alharbi’s work and provide additional resources for more extensive research projects.
Education
🎓 PhD in Applied Mathematics, Biomathematics
University of Leicester, UK (2018)
🎓 MA in Mathematics, Numerical Analysis
Umm Al-Qura University (2009)
🎓 Diploma in Computer and Education
Al-Alamiah Institute of Technology (2006)
🎓 Bachelor of Science and Education in Mathematics
College of Education for Scientific Departments, Makkah (2005)
Experience
🔹 Vice Dean of Student Affairs
University of Tabuk (2022 – Present)
🔹 Supervisor of Training and Qualification Center
University of Tabuk (2021 – Present)
🔹 Supervisor of Communication and Public Relations Unit
University of Tabuk (2021 – Present)
🔹 Deputy Supervisor of Entrepreneurship Unit
University of Tabuk (2020 – Present)
🔹 Coordinator of Mathematics Resources in the Preparatory Year Program
University of Tabuk (2020 – Present)
🔹 Director of Academic and Educational Affairs
University of Tabuk (2012 – 2020)
🔹 Head of Computer Department
University of Tabuk (2010 – 2012)
Research Interests
🔬 Dr. Alharbi’s research focuses on mathematical biology, exploring topics such as:
- Population Dynamics
- Pattern Formation
- Invasive Species
- Biological Invasions
- Diffusion-Reaction Systems
- Ecological Modeling
- Numerical Methods
- Numerical Simulation
Awards
🏆 Certificates of Gratitude and Appreciation
Received multiple certificates from the Cultural Attaché at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in London for academic excellence during his PhD studies from 2015 to 2018.
🏆 Best PhD Presentation Award
University of Leicester (2018)
Publications
📚 Alharbi, W. G., & Petrovskii, S. V. (2016). The impact of fragmented habitat’s size and shape on populations with Allee effect. Mathematical Modelling of Natural Phenomena, 11(4), 5-15.
📚 Alharbi, W., & Petrovskii, S. (2017). Patterns of invasive species spread in a landscape with a complex geometry. Ecological Complexity.
📚 Alharbi, W., & Petrovskii, S. (2018). Critical Domain Problem for the Reaction–Telegraph Equation Model of Population Dynamics. Mathematics, 6 (4), 59.
📚 Alharbi, W., & Petrovskii, S. (2019). Effect of complex landscape geometry on the invasive species spread: Invasion with stepping stones. Journal of Theoretical Biology, 464, 85-97.
📚 Petrovskii, S., Alharbi, W., Alhomairi, A., & Morozov, A. (2020). Modelling Population Dynamics of Social Protests in Time and Space: The Reaction-Diffusion Approach. Mathematics, 8(1), 78.
📚 Ebaid, A., Alharbi, W., Aljoufi, M. D., & El-Zahar, E. R. (2020). The Exact Solution of the Falling Body Problem in Three Dimensions: Comparative Study. Mathematics, 8(10), 1726.
📚 Alharbi, W., & Petrovskii, S. (2020). Numerical Analysis for the Fractional Ambartsumian Equation via the Homotopy Herturbation Method. Mathematics, 8(12), 2247.
📚 Alharbi, W., & Hristova, S. (2021). New Series Solution of the Caputo Fractional Ambartsumian Delay Differential Equation by Mittag-Leffler Functions. Mathematics, 9(2), 157.
📚 Khan, M., Alharbi, W. G., Shah, N. A., & Rasheed, A. (2022). A renovated Scott–Blair model for heat and mass transfer analysis. Waves in Random and Complex Media, 1-15.
📚 Alharbi, W., et al. (2022). Revisiting implementation of multiple natural enemies in pest management. Scientific Reports, 12(1), 1-16.
📚 Alharbi, W. G. (2022). Exact and Numerical Treatment of a Special Kind of the Pantograph Model via Laplace Technique. International Journal of Analysis and Applications, 20, 71-71.
📚 Alharbi, W. G. (2022). Solution of a differential-difference equation via an ansatz method. Advances and Applications in Discrete Mathematics, 36, 55-68.
Conclusion
Dr. Weam G. Alharbi is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given their substantial contributions to applied mathematics, particularly in mathematical biology. Their recognized academic excellence, leadership roles, and technical proficiency underscore their suitability for the award. By expanding international collaborations, exploring interdisciplinary applications, and securing research funding, Dr. Alharbi could further solidify their standing as a leading researcher in their field.