Education: Holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry (Process Engineering and Bioproducts) from AgroParisTech, Paris, France, complemented by a background in Agricultural Engineering.
University Occupation: Since 2014, he has been an Associate Professor, Researcher, and Lecturer at the Faculty of Architecture and Engineering at Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ).
Leadership Roles: Currently serves as the Director of two USJ schools of engineering: ESIA (School of Food Industry Engineering) and ESIAM (School of Agricultural Engineering for Mediterranean Countries).
Core Expertise: Specialist in statistical analysis and chemometrics.
Research Focus: Pioneering applications of infrared spectroscopy coupled with chemometrics for advanced quality control across the agro-food sector (e.g., olive oil, honey, wine, dairy, and chocolate).
Broader Interests: Active research in the analysis of trace elements in food matrices (bread, fish) and the development of practical solutions for mitigating water scarcity and pollution.