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Biography
Dr. Fatima Ghassan Alabtah is a dedicated researcher specializing in Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing (AM), Material and Corrosion Science. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Qatar University (2021), she has developed a rich academic and research background rooted in advanced materials development, process optimization, and applied sustainability.
Dr. Alabtah currently leads and collaborates on multidisciplinary projects focused on process–structure–property–performance relationships in AM systems. Her work spans LPBF, BMD, DED, and composite-based AM technologies, integrating electrochemical, mechanical and advanced microstructural characterization techniques to optimize performance in critical applications. Her research outputs include numerous peer-reviewed journal publications in leading materials and manufacturing journals, and she has been an invited speaker and contributor at international conferences such as the AM Conclave Middle East and the QatarEnergy LNG Engineering Forum. Her doctoral research was recognized with the Outstanding Dissertation Award and the Distinguished Student Award at Qatar University.
In addition to her technical contributions, Dr. Alabtah is passionate about mentoring students, promoting experiential learning, and strengthening academia–industry collaborations. She has played a key role in developing state-of-the-art labs and research infrastructure.
Research Interests
- Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing
- Additive Manufacturing of Metals, Polymers, and Composites (LPBF, BMD, DED, SLS, FFF, etc.)
- Corrosion Science and Surface Engineering
- Process–Structure–Property–Performance Relationships in Additive Manufacturing
- Advanced Materials and Bio-Composites
- Bio-Inspired and Circular Engineering Solutions
- Advanced Manufacturing Process Optimization
- Mechanical and Electrochemical Performance of AM Parts
- Reverse Engineering and Digital Design for Critical Components
Experience
- Assistant Research Scientist
Texas A&M University at Qatar
October 2024 – January 2025 - Postdoctoral Research Associate
Texas A&M University at Qatar
August 2021 – September 2024 - Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant
Qatar University, Qatar
August 2017 – June 2021 - Mechanical Engineer
Al-Sadd Consulting Engineering, Qatar
July 2016 – July 2017 - Mechanical Engineer
Electron Trading Co., Qatar
December 2014 – July 2016 - Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Jordan, Jordan
January 2012 – December 2013
Education
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
Qatar University, Qatar | June 2021
- GPA: 3.81/4.00
- Dissertation: Development of Internally Pressurized Composite/Metallic/Composite Hybrid Pipes
- Awards: Outstanding Dissertation Award, Distinguished Student Award
M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
University of Jordan, Jordan | January 2014
- GPA: 3.84/4.00
- Thesis: Simulation-Based Optimization of the Hybrid Superplastic Forming of AZ31
B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
Lebanese International University, Lebanon | July 2011
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Projects
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EX-QNRF-NPRPC-5: Proactive Resilience Plan (PReP): An Integrated Framework Applied to Critical Economic Sectors
Manawi, Y. M. A. (Principal Investigator), Al-Sulaiti, H. A. H. B. (Principal Investigator), Kerbache, L. (Principal Investigator), Cochrane, L. J. R. (Co-Lead Principal Investigator), Masad, E. A. (Lead Principal Investigator), Albakri, M. (Principal Investigator), Khraisheh, M. (Co-Lead Principal Investigator), Al-Mohannadi, D. M. S. A. (Principal Investigator), Abdella, D. G. (Principal Investigator), Al-Khalifa, D. K. (Principal Investigator), Kharbeche, D. M. (Principal Investigator), Pokharel, D. S. (Principal Investigator), Al-Emadi, D. T. (Principal Investigator), Hamouda, P. A. M. (Principal Investigator), Birgisson, P. B. (Co-Lead Principal Investigator), Haouari, P. M. (Principal Investigator), Asab, B. (Graduate Student), Ghadanfar, S. (Research Associate), Khujamkulov, I. (Post Doctoral Fellow), Al-Mansoob, A. (Graduate Student), Ahmad, S. (Graduate Student), Khouyi, A. (Graduate Student), Awawda, D. O. (Principal Investigator), Serdar, M. Z. (Post Doctoral Fellow), Hadid, M. K. (Post Doctoral Fellow), Alabtah, F. G. (Post Doctoral Fellow) & Karaki, A. (Research Assistant)
1/01/23 → 1/06/28
Project: Experimental Development/Translation Research
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Advancing the industrial utilization of additive manufacturing: Understanding early-stage corrosion dynamics through advanced electrochemical and microstructural characterization
Alabtah, F. G., Alkhouzaam, A. A., Eliyan, F. F., Ansari, N., Alhamidi, Y. & Khraisheh, M., 1 Mar 2025, In: Journal of Materials Research and Technology. 35, p. 2525-2546 22 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access3 Citations (Scopus) -
CorrosionOptiMap links additive manufacturing process parameters to corrosion of stainless steel
Karaki, A., Hammoud, A., Alabtah, F. G., AbdelGawad, M. & Khraisheh, M., Dec 2025, In: npj Materials Degradation. 9, 1, 148.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Energy absorption characteristics of a bio-inspired prepreg carbon fiber crash box under quasi-static axial compression
Alabtah, F. G., Mahdi, E. & Khraisheh, M., Jul 2024, In: Composites Part C: Open Access. 14, 100487.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access9 Citations (Scopus) -
Influence of temperature on corrosion behavior of additively manufactured SS316L stainless steel in CO2-saturated brine solution
Ansari, N., Ghassan Alabtah, F. & Khraisheh, M., 26 Aug 2024, In: Materials Letters. 376, 4 p., 137272.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Post processing of additive manufactured Mg alloys: Current status, challenges, and opportunities
Ansari, N., Alabtah, F. G., Albakri, M. I. & Khraisheh, M., Apr 2024, In: Journal of Magnesium and Alloys. 12, 4, p. 1283-1310 28 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Open Access32 Citations (Scopus)