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OVERVIEW

The Laboratory for the Study of Thermal and Energy Systems (Laboratoire d'Études des Systèmes Thermiques et Énergétiques, LESTE, LR99ES31) is a research laboratory at the National Engineering School of Monastir, located on the university campus in Skanes-Monastir. The laboratory was founded in 1999 by the late Professor Sassi Ben Nasrallah, who directed it until 2008. He was then succeeded by Professor Abdelmajid Jemni, and since 2021, Professor Maher Ben Chiekh has been leading the laboratory.

LESTE is organized into four research themes: Heat and Fluid Flows, Energy Systems, Energy and Environment, and Hydrogen. Each theme encompasses multiple research projects, with a total of 14 research projects currently in progress, each led by a dedicated team leader.

The laboratory has been honored twice, in 2003 and 2020, with the President of the Republic's National Award for Scientific Research.

 

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ABOUT US

Research Themes

The research efforts at LESTE include theoretical modeling, computational simulations, and experimental investigations. Four research themes are investigated :

Heat and Fluid Flows:  Research includes modeling transport phenomena in porous materials, investigating heat pipe technologies, exploring ultrasound's potential for enhancing mass transfer, and intensifying heat and mass exchange in microchannels.

Energy Systems: The "Energy Systems" theme includes three projects that deal with optimizing renewable energy systems, assessing the environmental impacts of manufacturing processes, and developing sustainable urban solutions. 

Energy and Environment: This theme focuses on optimizing energy systems to promote sustainability in Tunisia. Three projects aim to enhance air conditioning efficiency, develop models for renewable energy systems, and investigate energy efficiency in manufacturing processes. 

Hydrogen: The hydrogen research theme consists of three projects. The first project focuses on manufacturing processes for active and diffusion layers in hydrogen fuel cells. The second investigates the injection of green hydrogen into natural gas networks. Finally, the third project explores the dynamic behavior of metal-hydrogen reactors.
Laboratory ACTIVIties

Every year, LESTE organizes multiple events aimed at fostering and strengthening collaboration among researchers. These activities include scientific days and conferences that bring together experts from various fields to share insights, discuss recent advancements, and explore emerging trends in energy and thermal systems. Such gatherings create a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, encouraging the exchange of ideas and the formation of new research partnerships.

In addition to formal events, LESTE promotes collaborative research initiatives by facilitating joint projects that involve both industries and research laboratories. LESTE also actively participates in international collaborations, hosting visiting researchers to share their expertise and best practices. 
SCIENTIFIc PRODUCTION

Every year, LESTE organizes multiple events aimed at fostering and strengthening collaboration among researchers. These activities include scientific days and conferences that bring together experts from various fields to share insights, discuss recent advancements, and explore emerging trends in energy and thermal systems. Such gatherings create a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, encouraging the exchange of ideas and the formation of new research partnerships.

In addition to formal events, LESTE promotes collaborative research initiatives by facilitating joint projects that involve both industries and research laboratories. LESTE also actively participates in international collaborations, hosting visiting researchers to share their expertise and best practices. 
REsearch PROJEcTS

LESTE has continuously sought to strengthen and diversify its partnerships in order to achieve its objectives, recognizing that collaborative efforts are essential for addressing complex challenges in energy efficiency and sustainability. This commitment to collaboration has led to the development of a diverse array of research projects at both national and international levels. For national projects, LESTE has actively participated in numerous research initiatives for innovation (PNRI) and the federated research program (PRF). On the international front, LESTE has successfully developed collaborations with French universities (PHC Utique programs), German universities (TUNGER 2+2), and other bilateral projects, such as those with AUF inter-universities (TUN-FR-CA).

 
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LABORATORY MEMBERS

The laboratory members consist of permanent researchers, including professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and teaching assistants. Additionally, there are junior members, which encompass PhD students, post-doctoral researchers, and engineers. This diverse team structure fosters a collaborative environment, enhancing the laboratory's research capabilities and promoting innovation in various projects.

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