Dr. Abdulrazak Otaru | Porous Materials | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Abdulrazak Otaru, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa, Sao Tome and Principe
Dr. Abdulrazak Otaru, currently an Assistant Professor at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia, is a distinguished educator and researcher. His expertise spans Chemical Engineering, with a focus on Transport Processes, Porous Materials, and Acoustics. š§Ŗš» His comprehensive teaching portfolio includes courses like Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Numerical Methods. ššØāš¬ With a Ph.D. from the University of Nottingham and prior experience at Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria, Dr. Otaru brings a wealth of knowledge in Experimental and Computational Fluid Dynamics, Machine Learning, and AI applications. šš¬š
š Education:
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of Nottingham, UK (2018). M.Eng in Chemical Engineering (First Class), Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria (2013). B.Eng in Chemical Engineering (2nd Class Upper), Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi, Nigeria (2009).
šØāš¼ Work Experience:
Assistant Professor, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia (Aug 2023 – Present). Lecturer II, Lecturer I, Senior Lecturer, Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria (Jan 2019 – Aug 2023). Graduate Assistant, Assistant Lecturer, Lecturer II, Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria (Jan 2012 – Jan 2019). Computational Fluid Dynamics Lab Demonstrator/Instructor, University of Nottingham, UK (Nov 2014 – Aug 2016). National Youth Service Corp (NYSC), Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC/CHQ), Abuja (Aug 2009 – July 2010). Industrial Training Student, Obajana Cement Plc, Lokoja, Nigeria (Dec 2007 – June 2008).
š Teaching & Research Focus:
Dr. Otaru specializes in teaching courses like Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Numerical Methods, and Introduction to Engineering. His research areas include Transport Processes, Porous Materials, Acoustics, Experimental and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Multiscale Modeling, Machine Learning, and AI applications.
š¼ Skills:
Proficiency in scientific and engineering software including ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, Python, etc. Excellent English speaking and writing skills. Ability to simplify complex concepts for students.
Professional Profiles:
The impact of her research is evident in citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar:
- Cited by: All ā 398.
- Citations ā 398.
- h-index ā 12.
- Documents ā 52.
A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!
š¬ Research Focus:
Dr. Abdulrazak Otaru’s research primarily focuses on the enhancement of sound absorption performance of porous metals, utilizing techniques such as tomography imaging. š¶ His work delves into various aspects including the measurement and simulation of pressure drop across replicated porous aluminum, permeability analysis of virtual macroporous structures, and modeling of sound absorption in microcellular metals. š Additionally, he has contributed to studies on particulate dispersion prediction, airflow measurement across porous aluminum structures, and development of adsorbents from agricultural waste. š¾ Dr. Otaru’s research embodies a multidisciplinary approach, merging materials science, acoustics, and fluid dynamics to advance the understanding and applications of porous materials.
Publications Top Note:
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Cited by: 42 Ā Year: 2019
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Cited by: 38 Ā Year: 2018
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Cited by: 31 Ā Year: 2016
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Cited by: 26 Ā Year: 2020
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Cited by: 25 Ā Year: 2013
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Cited by: 20 Ā Year: 2019
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Cited by: 15 Ā Year: 2020