Dr. Charly Julien Nyobe | Civil Engineering | Best Paper Award
Chercheur at Ecole Normale Supérieure d’Enseignement Technique de Douala-Cameroun, Cameroon.
Charly Julien Nyobe 🎓 is a dedicated Cameroonian researcher and educator specializing in civil engineering, biomechanics, and material sciences. Born on March 11, 1985, in Garoua-Boulaï, he has pursued an extensive academic career, earning two PhDs and multiple engineering degrees. With a passion for structural mechanics, wood engineering, and impact mechanics, he actively contributes to cutting-edge research on sustainable construction materials. Currently, he teaches at the University of Douala and collaborates on international projects. An expert in statistical analysis, finite element methods, and material characterization, Nyobe is committed to advancing engineering solutions for real-world challenges. 🚀📚
Professional Profile:
Suitability for the Award
Dr. Charly Julien Nyobe is a highly accomplished researcher in civil engineering, biomechanics, and material sciences, with extensive expertise in structural mechanics, wood engineering, and impact mechanics. His strong academic background, dual PhDs, and consistent research contributions demonstrate a deep commitment to advancing engineering knowledge, particularly in sustainable construction materials. His ability to bridge experimental, numerical, and theoretical methods in engineering makes him a strong contender for the Best Paper Award.
Education & Experience 📚
✅ Doctorate (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering – Université Gustave Eiffel, France (2022 – Ongoing)
✅ Doctorate (PhD) in Civil Engineering – École Nationale Supérieure Polytechnique de Yaoundé, Cameroon (2023)
✅ Master’s in Civil Engineering – University of Douala, Cameroon (2015)
✅ DIPET II (Master’s equivalent) in Civil Engineering – ENSET Douala, Cameroon (2011)
✅ DIPET I (Bachelor’s equivalent) in Civil Engineering – ENSET Douala, Cameroon (2009)
✅ DEUG in Computer Science – University of Yaoundé I, Cameroon (2006)
✅ Baccalauréat in Mathematics & Physics – Lycée d’Obala, Cameroon (2003)
💼 Work Experience:
✔️ Lecturer – University of Douala (2018 – Present)
✔️ Visiting Lecturer – École Supérieure de La Salle (2018 – 2022)
✔️ Lecturer – Institute of Technology, Douala (2018 – 2020)
✔️ Civil Engineering Teacher – Lycée Polyvalent de Bonabéri (2012 – 2018)
Professional Development 🚀
Charly Julien Nyobe is constantly engaged in professional development to stay at the forefront of engineering innovations. In 2023, he trained in LS-Dyna at IUT Lyon 1, France, refining his expertise in impact simulation and finite element modeling. Additionally, he enhanced his scientific visualization skills through an Inkscape training at the University of Lyon. As a member of the GDR Science du Bois (France) since 2019, he actively participates in collaborative research, focusing on wood mechanics, structural engineering, and impact analysis. His interdisciplinary approach blends experimental, numerical, and theoretical methods for innovative engineering solutions. 🌍🛠️📊
Research Focus 🔬
Dr. Nyobe’s research is centered on civil engineering, wood mechanics, and impact mechanics. His work spans mechanical characterization of materials, structural resilience, and numerical modeling. He is passionate about sustainable construction, particularly the use of tropical woods in engineering applications. His studies explore Monte Carlo simulations, Weibull statistical models, and multi-scale mechanical classification of materials. He also delves into shock mechanics, investigating crash simulations and road safety barriers using advanced software like LS-Dyna. His research contributes to eco-friendly building solutions, aiming to optimize wood-based engineering materials for durability and resilience. 🌳🏗️⚙️
Awards & Honors 🏆
🏅 2023 – PhD in Civil Engineering with “Très Honorable” distinction 🏛️
🏅 2015 – Master’s degree with “Très Bien” distinction 🎓
🏅 2011 – DIPET II with “Très Bien” distinction 🏗️
🏅 2009 – DIPET I with “Très Bien” distinction 🏢
🏅 2006 – DEUG in Computer Science with “Assez Bien” distinction 💻
🏅 2003 – Baccalauréat in Mathematics & Physics with “Assez Bien” distinction 📏
Publication Top Notes
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Moisture content-mechanical property relationships for two okan (Cylicodiscus gabunensis) substitutes
- Authors: Nyobe Charly Julien, Oum Lissouck René, Nyobe Nicolas Stephane, Goumgang Tassile Rolande, Ayina Ohandja Louis Max
- Publication Year: 2025
- DOI: 10.1080/17480272.2025.2476659
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Mode I cracking of three tropical species from Cameroon: the case of bilinga, dabema, and padouk wood
- Authors: Rosmi Biyo’o, Achille Bernard Biwole, Rostand Moutou Pitti, Charly Julien Nyobe, Benoit Ndiwe, Emile Jonathan Onana, Emmanuel Yamb
- Publication Year: 2024
- DOI: 10.1080/17480272.2024.2314750
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Effect of slope of grain on mechanical properties of some tropical wood species
- Authors: Charly Julien Nyobe, Nicolas Stéphane Nyobe, Jean Bertin Nkibeu, René Oum Lissouck, Louis Max Ayina Ohandja
- Publication Year: 2024
- DOI: 10.1080/17480272.2024.2356047
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A Review on Methods for Determining the Vibratory Damping Ratio
- Authors: Nkibeu Jean Bertin, Charly Julien Nyobe, Moussa Sali, Madja Doumbaye Jerémie
- Publication Year: 2023
- DOI: 10.4236/ojce.2023.132015
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Determination of the Vibratory Damping Ratio: A Methodological Review
- Authors: Nkibeu Jean Bertin, Charly Julien Nyobe, Moussa Sali, Madja Doumbaye Jerémie
- Publication Year: 2023
- DOI: 10.9734/bpi/rader/v9/1804g
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Variability of the mechanical strength of Congo Basin timbers
- Author: Charly Julien Nyobe
- Publication Year: 2021
- DOI: 10.1080/17480272.2021.1912173