Mohamad Kanaan is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Beirut Arab University. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s in Applied Energy from the American University of Beirut, along with a Master’s in Applied Mathematics from Saint Joseph University. His research focuses on Indoor Environmental Quality, Energy Efficiency in Buildings, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) applications. Prof. Kanaan has published impactful articles in highly ranked international journals and has presented his work at several conferences worldwide. He also contributes to national technical committees, helping develop engineering standards and thermal codes in Lebanon.

Prof. Kanaan's research interests and expertise include computational fluid dynamics (CFD), indoor air quality, ventilation and air distribution systems, thermal comfort, heat and mass transfer, energy-efficient buildings, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI), airborne contaminant transport, and renewable energy applications. Research focuses on numerical modeling, simulation, and optimization of environmental and energy systems to enhance occupant health, comfort, and sustainability.

- Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, AUB, February 2015. Thesis title: “Effectiveness of Upper-Room UVGI in Spaces Conditioned by Localized Air-Conditioning Systems: Enhancing Air Quality and Energy Performance. - M.E., Mechanical Engineering, AUB, June 2010. - M.S., Applied Mathematics, USJ, November 2007. - B.E., Mechanical Engineering, Lebanese University, May 2007

Prof. Kanaan's teaching areas include thermodynamics, heat transfer, energy systems, renewable and sustainable energy technologies, and engineering analysis, with an emphasis on applying fundamental engineering principles to energy conversion, thermal systems, and sustainable technological solutions.