Prof Dr. Hoda A. Ahmed | Material Science | Women Researcher Award
Chemistry Department at Material Science, Taibah University, Saudi Arabia
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🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.
Professional Profiles:
Education:
Prof. Dr. Hoda A. Ahmed has a distinguished academic background in Chemistry, with a B.Sc. in Chemistry (Very good with honors) from Cairo University – Faculty of Science – Chemistry Department, obtained in 2006. She began her career as an Instructor at Cairo University – Faculty of Science in May 2007 and completed pre-master courses in 2007-2008. Dr. Ahmed went on to earn her M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry from Cairo University – Faculty of Science – Chemistry Department in 2009, with a thesis titled “Steric Interaction and Phase Behavior of Some Laterally Substituted Liquid Crystalline Compounds.” Continuing her academic journey, she became an Assistant Lecturer at Cairo University – Faculty of Science (Physical Chemistry) in December 2009. Dr. Ahmed further pursued her studies and obtained a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Cairo University – Faculty of Science – Chemistry Department in 2012. Her doctoral thesis was on the “Effect of Polarity, Position, and number of Lateral Substituents on the Mesophase Behavior of Some Model Compounds in Pure and Mixed States.” Dr. Ahmed’s dedication and expertise in Physical Chemistry led to her appointment as a Lecturer at Cairo University – Faculty of Science (Physical Chemistry) in July 2012. She continued to advance in her academic career, becoming an Associate Professor at Cairo University – Faculty of Science (Physical Chemistry) in July 2017. In August 2018, Dr. Ahmed joined Taibah University – Faculty of Science (Physical Chemistry) as an Associate Professor. Demonstrating her excellence in the field, Dr. Ahmed was promoted to Full Professor at Cairo University – Faculty of Science (Physical Chemistry) in September 2022. She further expanded her academic reach by becoming a Full Professor at Taibah University – Faculty of Science (Physical Chemistry) in September 2023. Dr. Ahmed’s contributions to Physical Chemistry have been recognized through her academic achievements and professional advancements, making her a respected figure in the field.
Research Interest:
Dr. Hoda A. Ahmed’s research interests and areas of expertise encompass a wide range of topics in Chemistry. She is particularly focused on the synthesis and characterization of novel liquid crystalline materials. Her work involves the investigation of liquid crystals using various techniques such as DSC, POM, XRD, and electro-optic techniques. Dr. Ahmed is also interested in the applications of liquid crystalline materials, optical materials, and polymers. Additionally, she is involved in research related to the fabrication of new low-cost solar cells for high-efficiency electricity generation. Dr. Ahmed is also engaged in the preparation and characterization of new nanomaterial composites for industrial applications and water treatment. Her research interests extend to computational chemistry and its applications, as well as the preparation of new green products with wide industrial and pharmacological applications. Dr. Ahmed’s diverse research portfolio reflects her commitment to advancing the field of Chemistry through innovative research and practical applications.
Experience:
Dr. Hoda A. Ahmed has acquired extensive instrumental training in various analytical techniques, including Polarized Optical Microscopy (POM), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), UV-Spectrophotometry, FT-IR, XRD, SEM, TEM, and electro-optic investigation of liquid crystals and polymers. Her proficiency in these techniques has been honed through practical experience and academic training, enabling her to conduct advanced research in her field. Furthermore, Dr. Ahmed has received certificates from the Faculty of Science at Cairo University through the Graduate Research Challenge Program in 2010 (GRCF). These certificates attest to her participation and successful completion of the program, highlighting her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.