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Prof. Noomane Ben Khalifa

Prof. Noomane Ben Khalifa

Prof. Noomane Ben Khalifa

Institute of Materials and Process Design

Director of Institute

Phone: +49 (0)4152 87 2500

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Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on "Sustainable Production"

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Noomane Ben Khalifa is an expert in forming processes and additive manufacturing. Together with his dedicated team, he develops and researches innovative manufacturing processes and material systems.

Their work include energy- and resource-efficient manufacturing processes, the production of high-performance components with an extended lifespan and the development of sustainable recycling strategies, especially with regard to the scarcity of raw materials and resources. By combining fundamental research with industrial knowledge transfer, they aim to address global challenges such as climate change through technological advancements, thereby achieving a positive societal impact.

“Our vision is to shape the manufacturing technology of the future through sustainable and innovative solutions that protect the environment while enhancing economic efficiency. We are setting new standards in manufacturing technology and helping to overcome global challenges. Together with our partners from industry and science, we are creating a sustainable future for coming generations.”

Current position

  • Head of the Institute of Material and Process Design
  • Professorship for Manufacturing - Innovative Manufacturing Leuphana University Lüneburg
  • Head of the Institute of Production Technology and systems, Leuphana University Lüneburg

Academic degrees

  • Dr.-Ing. in Engineering / TU Dortmund (2012)

Committees and Boards

  • Chairman of the Scientific and Technical Council (WTR) Helmholtz Zentrum Hereon
  • Member of Senate Leuphana University, Lüneburg
  • Member of the Arbeitsgemeinschaft Umformtechnik (AGU)
  • Reviewer fo the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG)
  • Reviewer for various international journals including Journal of Material Processing Technology (JMPT), Journal of Material Science and Engineering (MSE), Key Engineering Materials (KEM)
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