Innovation and excellence in civil engineering research at ENIS, University of Sfax
Founded in 2021 at the National School of Engineers of Sfax (ENIS), the GESTE research unit (Geomaterials, Structures in Civil Engineering and Environment) is a center of excellence dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of civil engineering.
Our laboratory develops innovative research on sustainable materials, structural behavior, and environmental impact of infrastructure, in close collaboration with industrial and institutional partners.
Founded
2021
Location
ENIS, University of Sfax
A major scientific hub in the heart of the Mediterranean
Research Excellence
Industry Partnerships
Professor Atef Daoud delivered a keynote lecture titled "FRP composites: a substitute for steel reinforcement in infrastructure projects" at the Military Academy's Engineering Day (JGAM'26).
Two multidisciplinary teams driving innovation in civil engineering
Research on sustainable materials, eco-construction, waste valorization, and environmental impact of infrastructure.
Study of mechanical behavior of structures, advanced modeling, and constructive innovations for resilient infrastructure.
• Development of eco-friendly concretes using industrial waste
• Water resource management
• Artificial Intelligence in the management of civil engineering infrastructures
• Advanced characterization of geomaterials
Under the leadership of Professor Atef Daoud
Director of GESTE Research Unit
Professor of Civil Engineering at ENIS, specialist in geomaterials and composite structures. He has been leading the GESTE unit since its creation in 2021, with a vision focused on sustainable innovation and academic excellence.
Conferences and workshops organized by GESTE
December 22-23, 2022
Franco-Maghreb seminar within the framework of the PHC-UTIQUE project: Concrete and Circular Economy. Held in Hammamet, Tunisia.
April 10-13, 2025
1st International Conference on Concrete and Circular Economy. Held in Hammamet, Tunisia, with the support of fib and RILEM.
April 13, 2026
Workshop on Advanced Sustainable Construction Engineering. To be held at ENIS, Sfax.
Our valued academic and professional partners
ENIS, Tunisia
Univ. of Sfax, Tunisia
BME, Hungary
ENIT, Tunisia
Master Builder Solutions
GTPH
AFROCHIM
Luxor
GESTE Research Unit
National School of Engineers of Sfax (ENIS)
Route de Soukra, B.P. 1173, 3038 Sfax, Tunisia
+216 74 274 088 (Secretariat)