Prof. Hamad Alkhathlan | Nanobiotechnology Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Hamad Alkhathlan | Nanobiotechnology Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Hamad Alkhathlan , King Saud University , Saudi Arabia

With a B.Sc. in Chemistry from King Saud University and a Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati, this accomplished individual has left an indelible mark in the field of Organic Chemistry. Their academic journey spans from being an Assistant Professor to currently serving as a Professor at King Saud University, with significant administrative roles such as Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice President for Knowledge Exchange and Technology Transfer. With over 80 publications in ISI journals and 3 US patents, their contributions extend beyond research to accreditation activities, including participation in institutional and departmental reviews and designing national curriculum standards. They have also served as a member of various editorial boards and committees, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to advancing education and scientific research.

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šŸŽ“ Academic Qualifications:

He commenced his academic journey by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the Chemistry Department at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 1981. Building upon this foundation, he pursued further education and attained a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Chemistry Department at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, in 1988. These academic achievements laid the groundwork for his illustrious career in the field of chemistry, spanning research, academia, and administrative roles.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸŽ“ Supervision:

Throughout his tenure,he played a pivotal role in shaping the academic journey of numerous scholars. He has supervised the research efforts of 12 Master of Science (MSc) candidates and guided the doctoral endeavors of 8 Ph.D. students, fostering their growth and development in the field of chemistry. Additionally, Dr. [Name] has served as an external examiner for 20 MSc theses and 6 Ph.D. theses, contributing to the rigorous evaluation and quality assurance of academic research within the chemistry domain

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Academic Positions and Duties:
He made significant contributions to academia as a distinguished faculty member at King Saud University. Beginning his journey in 1988, he served as an Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry until 1993. Demonstrating excellence in his field, he advanced to the position of Associate Professor from 1993 to 2004, further enriching the academic environment with his expertise and dedication. Since 2004, Dr. [Name] has held the esteemed title of Professor of Organic Chemistry, continuing to inspire students, contribute to research, and elevate the standards of academic excellence at King Saud University.

Publication Top Notes:

  • COVID-19: a global challenge with old history, epidemiology and progress so far
  • Corrosion inhibitory action of some plant extracts on the corrosion of mild steel in acidic media
  • Plant-Extract-Assisted Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Origanum vulgare L. Extract and Their Microbicidal Activities
  • Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles mediated by Pulicaria glutinosa extract
    • Journal: International Journal of Nanomedicine, 1507-1516 (2013)
    • DOI: 10.2147/IJN.S40635
    • Cited by: 289
  • Biogenic synthesis of palladium nanoparticles using Pulicaria glutinosa extract and their catalytic activity towards the Suzuki coupling reaction
    • Journal: Dalton Transactions 43 (24), 9026-9031 (2014)
    • DOI: 10.1039/C4DT00430F
    • Cited by: 200