Fatima Hammoud
Montpellier,Hérault
Summary
PhD in Materials Chemistry, specialized in photoinitiating systems, polymer synthesis, 3D printing, and composite materials. Author of 18 peer-reviewed international publications and invited speaker at several international conferences. Experienced university lecturer in electrochemistry with a strong record in student supervision and academic mentoring. Recipient of the Best PhD Thesis Award from the Société des Amis des Universités de l’Académie de Strasbourg. Research-driven scientist with solid academic–industrial collaboration experience, focusing on innovative and sustainable polymer materials.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
R&D Manager / Research Scientist
ICGM – University of Montpellier / Sÿnia
Montpellier, Hérault
2026.01 - Current
- Conduct advanced research in polymer and materials chemistry with a focus on polyurethane resins and functional materials.
- Design and optimize chemical formulations; study physico-chemical properties and structure–property relationships.
- Perform experimental characterization, data analysis, and validation of materials.
- Lead and contribute to academic–industrial collaborative research projects and technology transfer.
- Supervise research activities and support student training in laboratory techniques and scientific methodology.
- Develop scientific reports, publications, and technical documentation in English.
- Contribute expertise relevant to teaching undergraduate courses in: General Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, and Materials Science.
- Work in interdisciplinary and multicultural environments, aligning with international academic standards.
Postdoctoral Researcher
CRISMAT–ENSICAEN / Nanoe
Caen, Calvados
2024.03 - 2025.12
- Conducted advanced research on sintering mechanisms of ceramic and metallic materials processed by additive manufacturing (molten filament deposition / 3D printing).
- Developed experimental and numerical modeling of densification, shrinkage, and microstructural evolution during thermal treatment.
- Performed physico-chemical and microstructural characterization of materials (thermal analysis, dilatometry, microscopy, phase analysis).
- Established structure–process–property relationships for functional and structural materials.
- Collaborated within an academic–industrial framework, contributing to technology transfer and process optimization.
- Supervised and trained students in laboratory practices, materials characterization, and scientific reporting.
- Produced scientific publications and technical reports in English.
- Built strong expertise relevant to teaching courses in Materials Science, Physical Chemistry, Thermodynamics, and Solid-State Chemistry.
Postdoctoral Researcher
IS2M–UHA / Hilti
Mulhouse, Haut-Rhin
2023.09 - 2024.02
- Conducted applied research on polymerization systems and chemical formulations for construction materials and chemical anchors.
- Investigated reaction mechanisms, curing kinetics, and structure–property relationships of polymer-based systems.
- Designed and optimized formulation strategies and initiating systems for high-performance polymer materials.
- Performed physico-chemical characterization and analytical testing of reactive systems.
- Collaborated in an international academic–industrial research environment, contributing to innovation and technology transfer.
- Prepared technical and scientific reports and participated in project dissemination in English.
- Developed expertise relevant to teaching courses in General Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, and Materials Engineering.
Doctoral Researcher
University of Haute-Alsace
Mulhouse, Haut-Rhin
2020.09 - 2023.06
- Developed innovative photoinitiating systems for radical and cationic polymerization under mild conditions, with applications in 3D printing and composite manufacturing.
- Designed and optimized photo-initiator formulations to improve safety, efficiency, and performance of photopolymerization processes.
- Conducted advanced research on photopolymerization kinetics, reaction mechanisms, and structure–property relationships.
- Collaborated with BASF in an industrial–academic partnership on frontal photopolymerization, including regular project meetings and progress monitoring.
- Designed experiments using Design of Experiments (DoE) methodology and performed statistical analysis using Minitab.
- Formulated and characterized advanced polymer materials for additive manufacturing and composite synthesis.
- Performed extensive physico-chemical, thermal, spectroscopic, and electrochemical characterization of polymers and composites.
- Established processing–structure–property relationships for functional photopolymer systems.
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate and Master’s students and research interns in laboratory techniques and scientific methodology.
- Authored peer-reviewed journal articles and presented research at international conferences.
- Contributed to scientific dissemination, project reporting, and technology transfer activities.
- Built strong expertise relevant to teaching courses in General Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Photochemistry, Electrochemistry, and Materials Science.
Teaching Fellow in Electrochemistry
Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Mulhouse
Mulhouse, Haut-Rhin
2021.11 - 2023.01
- Delivered and supervised 128 hours of undergraduate laboratory classes in Electrochemistry for first-year Chemical Engineering students.
- Taught topics including cyclic voltammetry, corrosion, redox reaction kinetics, and molecular modeling.
- Trained students in laboratory techniques, data acquisition, and analytical methods.
- Designed teaching materials, laboratory protocols, and assessment tools.
- Evaluated student performance and provided individualized academic support.
- Promoted active learning, critical thinking, and autonomy in scientific problem solving.
- Developed strong pedagogical skills in classroom management, mentoring, and curriculum support.
Research Intern
Doctoral School of Science and Technology (EDST)
Beirut
2019.04 - 2019.09
- Conducted research on innovative materials for seawater desalination and heavy-metal removal.
- Designed and developed biofilters based on activated carbon derived from agricultural waste for water purification.
- Synthesized and optimized polyurethane-based materials for adsorption and filtration applications.
- Investigated adsorption mechanisms and removal efficiency of heavy metals in saline water.
- Performed experimental evaluation of biofilter performance through physicochemical and analytical testing.
- Contributed to formulation development, process optimization, and validation of treatment efficiency.
- Participated in data analysis, scientific reporting, and presentation of results within a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Gained experience at the interface of materials chemistry, environmental chemistry, and sustainable technologies.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Materials Chemistry
University of Haute-Alsace
Mulhouse, Haut-Rhin 2020.09 - 2023.06
Master of Science - Environmental Chemistry and Hydrosciences
Lebanese University
Beirut, Lebanon 2017.09 - 2019.09
Bachelor of Science - General Chemisttry
Lebanese University
Beirut, Lebanon 2014.09 - 2017.09
Skills
- General, Physical & Polymer Chemistry
- Materials Science (Polymers, Composites, Ceramics)
- Undergraduate Teaching & Laboratory Supervision
- Chemical Formulation & Physico-Chemical Characterization
- Reaction Kinetics & Structure–Property Relationships
- Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
- Electrochemistry & Corrosion
- Scientific Writing & Teaching in English
- Academic–Industrial Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Best PhD Thesis Award, Société des Amis des Universités de l’Académie de Strasbourg (2023)
- Author of 18 peer-reviewed international scientific publications in materials chemistry, polymer science, and additive manufacturing.
- Invited speaker and presenter at multiple international conferences in polymer chemistry, photopolymerization, and materials science.
- Excellence in Academic–Industrial Collaboration, through joint research projects with BASF, Hilti, Nanoe, and CNRS laboratories.
Publications
[1] Z. Lee, F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, B. Graff, J. Lalevée, Y.C. Chen, Synthesis and free radical photopolymerization of triphenylamine-based oxime ester photoinitiators, Polymer Chemistry, 2021, 12, 1286–1297.
[2] F. Hammoud, M. Rahal, J. Egly, F. Morlet-Savary, A. Hijazi, S. Bellemin-Laponnaz, M. Mauro, J. Lalevée, Cubane Cu₄I₄(phosphine)₄ complexes as new co-initiators for free radical photopolymerization: towards aromatic amine-free systems, Polymer Chemistry, 2021, 12, 2848–2859.
[3] F. Hammoud, Z.H. Lee, B. Graff, A. Hijazi, J. Lalevée, Y.C. Chen, Novel phenylamine-based oxime ester photoinitiators for LED-induced free radical, cationic, and hybrid polymerization, Journal of Polymer Science, 2021, 59, 1711–1723.
[4] F. Hammoud, N. Giacoletto, G. Noirbent, B. Graff, A. Hijazi, M. Nechab, D. Gigmes, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, Substituent effects on the photoinitiation ability of coumarin-based oxime-ester photoinitiators for free radical photopolymerization, Materials Chemistry Frontiers, 2021, 5, 8361–8370.
[5] F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, S. Duval, J. Lalevée, F. Dumur, 5,12-Dihydroindolo[3,2-a]carbazole: A promising scaffold for the design of visible light photoinitiators of polymerization, European Polymer Journal, 2022, 162, 110880.
[6] Z.H. Lee, T.L. Huang, F. Hammoud, C.C. Chen, A. Hijazi, B. Graff, J. Lalevée, Y.C. Chen, Effect of the steric hindrance and branched substituents on visible phenylamine oxime ester photoinitiators: photopolymerization kinetics investigation through Photo-DSC experiments, Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2021.
[7] F. Hammoud, N. Giacoletto, M. Nechab, B. Graff, A. Hijazi, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, 5,12-Dialkyl-5,12-dihydroindolo[3,2-a]carbazole-based oxime esters for LED photoinitiating systems and application on 3D printing, Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, 2022.
[8] F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, M. Ibrahim-Ouali, J. Lalevée, F. Dumur, Chemical engineering around the 5,12-dihydroindolo[3,2-a]carbazole scaffold: fine tuning of the optical properties of visible light photoinitiators of polymerization, European Polymer Journal, 2022.
[9] F. Hammoud, A. Pavlou, A. Petropoulos, B. Graff, M.G. Siskos, A. Hijazi, F. Morlet-Savary, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, Naphthoquinone-based imidazolyl esters as blue-light-sensitive Type I photoinitiators, Polymer Chemistry, 2022, 13, 4817–4831.
[10] Z.H. Lee, S.C. Yen, F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, B. Graff, J. Lalevée, Y.C. Chen, Naphthalene-based oxime esters as Type I photoinitiators for free radical photopolymerization, Polymers, 2022, 14, 5261.
[11] F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, M. Schmitt, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, A review on recently proposed oxime ester photoinitiators, European Polymer Journal, 2023, 111901.
[12] A. Noon, F. Hammoud, B. Graff, T. Hamieh, J. Toufaily, F. Morlet-Savary, M. Schmitt, T. Bui, A. Rico, F. Goubard, S. Péralta, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, Photoinitiation mechanisms of novel phenothiazine-based oxime and oxime esters acting as visible light sensitive Type I and multicomponent photoinitiators, Advanced Materials Technologies, 2023, 2300205.
[13] Y.H. Wu, A. Noon, F. Hammoud, T. Hamieh, J. Toufaily, B. Graff, J. Lalevée, Y.C. Chen, Multibranched triarylamine end-capped oxime esters as visible-light absorbing Type I photoinitiators for free radical photopolymerization, Polymer Chemistry, 2023.
[14] F. Hammoud, J. Kirschner, M. Carré, W. Paulus, A. Muller-Cristadoro, M. Schmitt, J. Lalevée, Assessment of photoinduced frontal polymerization processes for a stable 1K system, Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics, 2023.
[15] J.B. Hsieh, S.C. Yen, F. Hammoud, J. Lalevée, Y.C. Chen, Effect of terminal alkyl chains for free radical photopolymerization based on triphenylamine oxime ester visible-light absorbing Type I photoinitiators, ChemistrySelect, 2023.
[16] F. Hammoud, J. Lecourt, C. Bilot, C. Manière, Modeling anisotropic sintering for fused deposition modeling of alumina, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2025, 137, 2319–2334.
[17] F. Hammoud, J. Lecourt, C. Bilot, C. Manière, Pressureless sintering of 3D printed SiC filaments at 2200 °C: impact of coarsening, debinding atmosphere, residual carbon and anisotropy, Progress in Additive Manufacturing, 2025, 10, 10111–10121.
[18] F. Hammoud, C. Manière, Finite Element Prediction of Sintering Deformation in 3D-Printed Porcelain Filament, Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2025.
Conference Presentations & Invited Talks
- F. Hammoud, M. Rahal, J. Egly, F. Morlet-Savary, A. Hijazi, S. Bellemin-Laponnaz, M. Mauro, J. Lalevée, Cubane complexes as new co-initiators for free radical photopolymerization: towards amine-free systems, 17th Scientific Day of the French Polymer Group (SCF–GFP), Grand-Est Section, France, 2021.
- F. Hammoud, N. Giacoletto, B. Graff, A. Hijazi, M. Nechab, D. Gigmes, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, Substituent effects on coumarin-based oxime ester photoinitiators for free radical photopolymerization, Young Scientist Day, Mulhouse, France, April 2022.
- F. Hammoud, N. Giacoletto, M. Nechab, B. Graff, A. Hijazi, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, 5,12-Dialkyl-5,12-dihydroindolo[3,2-a]carbazole-based oxime esters for LED photoinitiating systems and application to 3D printing, 1st Scientific Days of the SCF–GFP Grand-Est Section, Besançon, France, July 2022.
- F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, M. Schmitt, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, Recently proposed oxime ester Type I photoinitiators as blue-light-sensitive systems, AMPE2023, Paris, France, April 2023.
- F. Hammoud, A. Hijazi, M. Schmitt, F. Dumur, J. Lalevée, Recently proposed oxime ester Type I photoinitiators as blue-light-sensitive systems, Swiss and German Conference on Photochemistry and Photophysics (CPP25), Mulhouse, France, May 2023.
- F. Hammoud, C. Manière, Identification and modeling of the sintering of ceramic and metal parts obtained by 3D printing using the molten filament deposition method, SCF Conference – Solid-State Chemistry Division, Montpellier, France, November 2024.
- F. Hammoud, C. Manière, Modeling anisotropic sintering in FDM alumina, 4th International Conference on Ceramic 3D Printing, Tarbes, France, December 2024.
- F. Hammoud, C. Manière, Challenges of 3D-printed silicon carbide sintering: debinding atmosphere, carbon additives, and sintering conditions, Ceramic AM Summit, Berlin, Germany, June 2025.
Academic & Collective Responsibilities
- Supervision and mentoring of middle- and high-school students during laboratory observation internships, including organization of laboratory visits, introduction to scientific research careers, and guidance in basic experimental activities.
- Participation in CNRS–Industry training programs on photopolymerization:
Supervision of practical laboratory sessions for engineers and technicians.
Design of teaching and training materials.
Pedagogical support for professional learners in photopolymerization techniques and applied polymer chemistry.
Timeline
R&D Manager / Research Scientist
ICGM – University of Montpellier / Sÿnia
2026.01 - Current
Postdoctoral Researcher
CRISMAT–ENSICAEN / Nanoe
2024.03 - 2025.12
Postdoctoral Researcher
IS2M–UHA / Hilti
2023.09 - 2024.02
Teaching Fellow in Electrochemistry
Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Mulhouse
2021.11 - 2023.01
Doctoral Researcher
University of Haute-Alsace
2020.09 - 2023.06
Doctor of Philosophy - Materials Chemistry
University of Haute-Alsace
2020.09 - 2023.06
Research Intern
Doctoral School of Science and Technology (EDST)
2019.04 - 2019.09
Master of Science - Environmental Chemistry and Hydrosciences
Lebanese University
2017.09 - 2019.09
Bachelor of Science - General Chemisttry
Lebanese University
2014.09 - 2017.09