Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rania El- Tantawy | Mathematics – Mathematics department at Damietta University, Egypt
Dr. Rania Mohammed Abdo El-Tantawy is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Damietta University. With an exceptional academic background and extensive experience in teaching, research, and leadership, Dr. El-Tantawy has made significant contributions to applied mathematics, particularly in areas such as thermal stresses, torsion of viscoelastic composite materials, and functionally graded structures. She is deeply committed to advancing the quality of education and scientific research in her field. Throughout her career, Dr. El-Tantawy has taken on various administrative roles, promoting quality assurance, academic development, and performance evaluation. Her achievements in both research and service have earned her recognition as a leading scholar in her field.
Profile:
Education:
Dr. El-Tantawy completed her academic training at Mansoura University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics in 2004 with honors. Building on this strong foundation, she pursued a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Applied Mathematics, completing her thesis on “Thermal Stresses for Rotating Viscoelastic Composite Disks with Variable Thickness” in 2008. She further advanced her academic career with a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Mansoura University, where her doctoral research focused on “Torsion of Viscoelastic Composite Layers,” which provided new insights into the behavior of complex materials under stress.
Experience:
Dr. El-Tantawy’s professional journey includes various teaching and leadership roles. She began her academic career as a Demonstrator at the Mathematics Department of Mansoura University’s Damietta Branch in 2004. Over the years, she advanced to the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Damietta University. Dr. El-Tantawy has also held multiple administrative positions, including Deputy Director of the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Unit and Director of the Training and Technical Support Unit, among others. Her work in quality assurance, accreditation, and strategic planning has helped enhance educational standards and ensure the university’s continuous improvement.
Research Interests:
Dr. El-Tantawy’s primary research interests lie in applied mathematics, focusing on the analysis of stresses, torsion, and thermal responses in functionally graded materials, as well as composite structures under different loading conditions. Her research extensively addresses topics such as magneto-thermo-elasticity, piezoelectric materials, and viscoelastic composite disks, contributing valuable insights into engineering applications. By using advanced mathematical models, her research seeks to better understand the mechanical behavior of complex materials in various environmental conditions. This work has significant implications for designing materials and structures in fields such as aerospace, civil engineering, and materials science.
Awards:
Throughout her academic career, Dr. El-Tantawy has received numerous recognitions for her contributions to education and research. She has been nominated for the prestigious “Women Researcher Award” due to her excellence in both scholarly research and leadership. Dr. El-Tantawy’s academic achievements, particularly her significant contributions to applied mathematics, as well as her efforts to improve quality assurance and foster academic development, make her a standout candidate for such an award. Her work has not only advanced knowledge in her field but has also inspired countless students and fellow academics.
Publications:
Dr. El-Tantawy has authored and co-authored several influential research papers in prestigious academic journals. Notably, her work in applied mathematical modeling and material science has been published in a variety of highly cited journals. Some of her notable publications include:
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“Stresses of a Rotating Circular Disk of Variable Thickness Carrying a Current and Bearing a Coaxial Viscoelastic Coating” – Applied Mathematical Modelling (2008) đź“š DOI: 10.1016/j.apm.2007.06.002. Cited by 100+ articles.
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“A Refined Solution to the Problem of Torsion of a Viscoelastic Anisotropic Reinforced Layer” – International Journal of Open Problems in Computer Science and Mathematics (2010) đź“š Cited by 50+ articles.
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“Thermomagnetic Viscoelastic Responses in a Functionally Graded Hollow Structure” – Acta Mechanica Sinica (2011) đź“š DOI: 10.1007/s10409-011-0467-3. Cited by 70+ articles.
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“Analysis of Functionally Graded Piezoelectric Cylinders in a Hygrothermal Environment” – Advances in Applied Mathematics and Mechanics (2014) đź“š DOI: 10.4208/aamm.12-m1277. Cited by 30+ articles.
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“Elastic and Viscoelastic Stresses of Nonlinear Rotating Functionally Graded Solid and Annular Disks with Gradually Varying Thickness” – Archive of Mechanical Engineering (2017) đź“š DOI: 10.1515/meceng-2017-0025. Cited by 50+ articles.
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“Magneto-Elastic Influence on a Functionally Graded Porous Hollow Structure in Hygrothermal Environment” – Scientific Journal for Damietta Faculty of Science (2022) đź“š DOI: 10.21608/SJDFS.2018.194790. Cited by 20+ articles.
Conclusion:
Dr. Rania Mohammed Abdo El-Tantawy is an exemplary academic with a distinguished career in both research and leadership. Her contributions to applied mathematics, especially in the fields of thermal stresses, viscoelastic materials, and functionally graded structures, have positioned her as a leading researcher in her field. Dr. El-Tantawy’s dedication to advancing knowledge, coupled with her leadership in educational and quality assurance initiatives, makes her an ideal candidate for the “Women Researcher Award.” Her research, teaching, and service are a testament to her commitment to excellence and her continuous effort to contribute meaningfully to the scientific and academic communities.