Khurram Shahzad | Best Researcher Award - Award Winner 2023 

Dr. Khurram Shahzad - Materials Science and Engineering

Congratulations, Khurram Shahzad, on receiving the prestigious Best Researcher Award from the Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences! We are bursting with pride to celebrate your remarkable achievement. Your dedication to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research has not only earned you this well-deserved accolade but has also elevated the reputation of the institute.

As the Best Researcher, your contributions have set a benchmark for excellence and innovation. Your commitment to rigorous inquiry and impactful discoveries reflects not only your passion for your field but also your unwavering dedication to the pursuit of knowledge. This award not only recognizes your past achievements but also anticipates the significant contributions you will continue to make in the world of academia.

EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Khurram Shahzad embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in materials engineering. Graduating with a perfect CGPA from the University of the Punjab, Pakistan, he delved into research even during his undergraduate years, focusing on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of organic coatings on steel. His commitment to excellence was evident from the start, securing Gold Medals in both his undergraduate and Master's studies.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Shahzad's professional journey began as a Junior Energy Engineer/Lecturer at the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) and the Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS). He steadily progressed to become a Senior Energy Engineer/Assistant Professor, contributing significantly to the fields of materials synthesis and energy storage.

His international exposure expanded during his research fellowship at Hokkaido University, Japan, where he explored innovative methods for fabricating carbon nanofibers. This experience laid the groundwork for his later work in electrochemical surface technology.

Later, Dr. Shahzad took on the role of a Senior Researcher and Group Leader at Johannes Kepler University, Austria. His collaboration with renowned experts like Professor Achim Walter Hassel and involvement in strategic planning projects showcased his leadership and research prowess.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Shahzad's research trajectory is marked by a rich tapestry of projects, from advancing corrosion-resistant alloys to developing energy-efficient anodizing techniques. His expertise spans a myriad of research skills and methods, including corrosion engineering, electrodepositions, thin-film characterization, and electrochemical anodizing.

His significant contributions to the understanding of anodic films on various metals, such as iron and magnesium, are evident in multiple publications. His work extends to the formation behavior of nanostructured anodic films in fluoride-containing organic electrolytes.

Dr. Shahzad's extensive experience with characterization techniques, including X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and various spectroscopies, reflects his commitment to a comprehensive understanding of materials.

SHORT COURSES ATTENDED

Dr. Shahzad's commitment to continuous learning is underscored by numerous short courses attended, ranging from advanced Microsoft Office skills to specialized courses in MATLAB, Excel, and research-related topics. Notably, his research visit to the University of Flensburg, Germany, reflects a keen interest in incorporating special needs education into the academic curriculum.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

As Editor-in-Chief for Passer Journal for Basic and Applied Sciences and a seasoned lecturer, Dr. Shahzad has shaped academic discourse and promoted interdisciplinary collaboration. His involvement in strategic planning projects and leadership roles in departmental administration highlight his influence in academic settings.

PROJECTS

✓ Energy-efficient and corrosion-resistant Al and Ni-based superalloys Nov 2010-Dec 2011
✓ Advanced corrosion protection and energy-efficient anodizing techniques for enhancing the
performance of reactive metals (Al, Mg, Ti, Fe, Zn) in various applications Jan 2011-May 2012
✓ Synthesis of nanomaterials and ultra-high strength polymer fibers May 2012-Sep 2013
✓ Energy-efficient electrodeposition techniques for reactive metals, emphasizing corrosion-resistant
coatings and their potential applications in diverse industries Jan 2017-July 2017
✓ Group Leader and senior researcher on strategic planning project
on Aluminium, Rare-earth alloys developments in Linz, Austria Aug 2017-Dec 2018.

EXPERIENCE

Dr. Shahzad's diverse professional experience, from working with the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission to collaborating on international research projects, has equipped him with a global perspective and a rich skill set. His tenure at IHCC, Saudi Arabia, as a Senior Materials Engineer, further expanded his expertise in materials synthesis and development.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Fahad Riaz, Rao Khuram Shahzad, M. Kamran, Faraz Hussian, Rafiq Ahmad, Tahir Ahmad, Evaluation of Surface Preparation Techniques
for Steel Substrates Prior to Coating Application, Defects and Diffuson Forum, 344 (2013) 55-70,
doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/DDF.344.55, ISSN: 1012-0386,1662-9507.
2. Khurram Shahzad, E. Tsuji, Y. Aoki, S. Nagata, H. Habazaki, Formation and field-assisted dissolution of anodic films on iron in fluoridecontaining organic electrolytes, Electrochimica Acta, 151 (2015) 363-369, doi.org/10.1016/j.electacta..2014.10.132, ISSN: 0013-4686.
3. Hiroki Habazaki, Fumitaka Kataoka, Khurram Shahzad, Etsushi Tsuji, Yoshitaka Aoki, Shinji Nagata, Peter Skeldon, George E. Thompson,
Growth of barrier-type anodic films on magnesium in ethylene glycol electrolytes containing fluoride and water, Electrochimica Acta, 179
(2015) 402-410, doi.org/10.1016/j.electacta.2015.02.168, ISSN: 0013-4686.
4. H. Habazaki, T.Hiraga, K. Shahzad, E. Tsuji, and Y.Aoki, Formation of Self-organized porous Anodic Films on Iron and stainless Steels,
ECS transactions, 69 (2015) 211-223, doi: 10.1149/06902.0211ecst, ISSN: 1938-6737, 1938-5862.
5. Khurram Shahzad, Chunyu Zhu, Etsushi Tsuji, Yoshitaka Aoki, Shinji Nagata, Hiroki Habazaki, Growth of barrier-type anodic films on
magnesium in ethylene glycol-water mixed electrolytes containing fluoride and phosphate, Materials Transactions 57 (2016) 1552-1559,
doi:10.2320/matertrans.M2016132, ISSN: 1345-9678,1347-5320.

PROFILE LINK

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ARTICLES IN PROGRESS

Khurram Shahzad, Andrei Ionut Mardare, Achim Walter Hassel, Materials Discovery Through Combinatorial Synthesis, HighThroughput Characterization, And Computational Methods-A Brief Review (Submitted in Journal of Science and Technology
Advance Materials).
2. Khurram Shahzad, Andrei Ionut Mardare, Achim Walter Hassel, Accelerating Materials Science: Combining Combinatorial
Synthesis and AI for Mapping Composition-Structure-Property Relationships-A Review (Submitted in Journal of Materiomics).
3. Khurram Shahzad, Andrei Ionut Mardare, Achim Walter Hassel, A review of data-driven approaches in theoretical and
computational materials science, and the synergistic relationship with statistical learning (Submitted in Computational Materials
Science).
4. Khurram Shahzad, Accelerating Materials Discovery and Design: A Review of Machine Learning Applications in Materials Science
(Submitted in Journal of Materiomics).
5. Khurram Shahzad, Revolutionizing Catalyst Discovery: The Power of Artificial Intelligence in Material Chemistry for Sustainable
Energy Generation, (Submitted in Computational Materials Science

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Khurram Shahzad's legacy is rooted in a passion for sustainable energy solutions, materials science advancements, and a commitment to education. His future contributions are poised to further revolutionize materials discovery and design, leveraging machine learning, AI, and cutting-edge technologies. As he explores rare-earth alloys and materials for energy devices, Dr. Shahzad is positioned to leave an enduring impact on the field of materials science.

In summary, Dr. Khurram Shahzad's academic and professional journey reflects a trajectory of continuous learning, impactful research, and a commitment to shaping the future of materials science and sustainable energy technologies.

EDUCATION

Hokkaido University, Japan
Research Fellow Sep 2016– Dec 2016
Fabrication of carbon nanofibers employing novel electrochemical anodizing and
liquid phase carburization method for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) application

Hokkaido University, Japan
Doctorate in Chemical Sciences and Engineering Oct 2013–Sep 2016
Thesis title: Formation behavior of nanostructured anodic films on metals in fluoride-containing organic electrolytes

Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), Pakistan
Master in materials engineering │ CGPA 3.8/4.0 Dec 2008–Nov 2010
Thesis title: Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of nanoporous anodic film on aluminum

University of the Punjab, Pakistan
Bachelor’s in materials engineering │ CGPA 4.0 / 4.0 Jan 2004–Sep 2008
Thesis title: Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of organic coatings on steel.

Hayder Mohammed | Best Researcher Award - Award Winner 2023

Assist Prof Dr. Hayder Mohammed - Environmental Engineering

Congratulations, Hayder Mohammed, on receiving the Best Researcher Award from the University of Garmian in Iraq! We are filled with immense pride to celebrate your outstanding achievement. Your dedication to research excellence has not only brought recognition to yourself but has also added prestige to the University. This award is a testament to your hard work, passion, and unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge in your field.

Your contributions as the Best Researcher reflect the high standards you set for yourself and the positive impact you have on the academic community. Your innovative and impactful research has undoubtedly made a significant difference, and we are thrilled to witness your success. Here's to acknowledging your exceptional accomplishments and looking forward to the continued brilliance you bring to the world of research. Congratulations, Hayder Mohammed, on this well-deserved honor!

EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Hayder I. Mohammed's academic journey reflects a strong foundation in the field of physics and engineering. His teaching experience, which includes supervising mechanical and electrical laboratories, teaching courses in optics, thermodynamics, electricity, and laser, underscores his comprehensive understanding of these subjects. This period also saw his engagement in various roles at the University of Garmian, Iraq, where he served as a lecturer, head of department assistant, and eventually assumed the position of the head of the Department of Physics.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

Beyond academia, Mohammed's professional experiences are diverse. He worked as an engineer at the Municipality of Khanaqeen, Iraq, from March 2003 to June 2011. Additionally, he contributed to nation-building efforts by working for Parsons Corporation in the security and justice department in Iraq, focusing on building border forts from September 2005 to June 2006.

CONTRIBUTION and RESEARCH FOCUS:

Mohammed's contributions extend beyond the classroom. As the Editor in Chief for Passer journal for basic and applied sciences since August 2021, he actively contributes to the advancement of scientific knowledge. His expertise spans a wide range of teaching fields and computer software skills, showcasing a holistic understanding of the academic and practical aspects of his field.

IMPACT and INFLUENCE:

In his role as the head of the Department of Physics at the University of Garmian, Mohammed has likely influenced the academic and research direction of the department. His involvement in special needs education, as demonstrated by his research visit to the University of Flensburg, Germany, indicates a broader. impact on educational practices beyond his immediate professional sphere.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

➢ Fluid mechanics
➢ Multiphase flow
➢ Heat transfer (convection & conduction)
➢ Thermodynamic
➢ Phase change
➢ Nanoparticles & Nanofluid
➢ Turbulent and laminar flows.

EDUCATION
April 2015 – 2019
PhD of philosophy (Faculty of engineering / Mechanical department / Uni. of Nottingham)
Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
Thesis: improving the heat transfer in the vapor absorption refrigeration system (VARS) via a novel fluid called by us
nano-salt-fluid.
Supervisor: Associated Professor: Donald Giddings ( donald.giddings@nottingham.ac.uk ).
Supervisor: Professor: Gavin S Walker (gavin.walker@nottingham.ac.uk ).

September 2007 - October 2009
Master of Science
Department of Mechanical Engineering (Power section), University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
Thesis: Numerical Investigation of Natural Convection, Radiation and Magnetohydrodynamic in a vertical porous
channel.
Supervisor: Assistant professor manal Hadi Al-Hafidh ( manalhadi2005@yahoo.com ).

September 1999 - July 2003
Bachelor of Science
Department of Nuclear Engineering, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
Thesis: measurement of Uranium condensation in a groundwater
➢ Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

SELECTED HONOURS
➢ Ranked 1st among all Bachelor students at the Department of Nuclear Engineering, University of Baghdad, for year 2003.
➢ Peer reviewer for the second international workshop on materials science and mechanical engineering (2nd IWMSME
2018) / Qingdao / China.
➢ Successfully past quality control representative training with Parsons Corporation in Sulymania (June 2005) .
➢ Successfully past the language course of CELE (stages 3 & 4) in the University of Nottingham (October 2014 – March
2015).
➢ One of our papers is selected as the best corporative paper in Iraq ‘’Solidification enhancement with multiple PCMs,
cascaded metal foam and nanoparticles in the shell-and-tube energy storage system’’
➢ I have been listed in the World Scientist and University Rankings 2021
https://www.adscientificindex.com/index.php?con=&tit=&q=Hayder.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS:
1. Hafiz Muhammad Ali, Tauseef-ur Rehman, Müslüm Arıcı, Zafar Said, Benjamin Duraković, Hayder I.
Mohammed, Rajan Kumar, Manish K. Rathod, Ozge Buyukdagli, Mohamed Teggar,’’Advances in thermal
energy storage: Fundamentals and applications’’, Progress in Energy and Combustion Science, 100, 2024,
101109, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecs.2023.101109
2. Husam Abdulrasool Hasan, Kamaruzzaman Sopian, Hussein Togun, Jasim M. Mahdi, Hayder I. Mohammed,
Zaher Mundher Yaseen, ‘’Experimental evaluation of thermal efficiency, electrical efficiency, and power
production of low-concentrating photovoltaic-thermal system with micro-jet channel’’, Applied Thermal
Engineering, 236, Part C, 2024, 121526, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2023.121526
Hayder I. Mohammed
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3. Koorosh Khosravi, Hayder I. Mohammed, Jasim M. Mahdi, Mahyar Silakhori, Mohammadreza Ebrahimnataj
Tiji, Arash Kazemian, Tao Ma, Pouyan Talebizadehsardari, ‘’Optimizing performance of water-cooled
photovoltaic-thermal modules: A 3D numerical approach’’, Solar Energy, 264, 2023, 112025,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2023.112025
4. Raad Z. Homod, Hayder Ibrahim Mohammed, Aissa Abderrahmane, Omer A. Alawi, Osamah Ibrahim Khalaf,
Jasim M. Mahdi, Kamel Guedri, Nabeel S. Dhaidan, A.S. Albahri, Abdellatif M. Sadeq, Zaher Mundher
Yaseen,’’Deep clustering of Lagrangian trajectory for multi-task learning to energy saving in intelligent buildings
using cooperative multi-agent’’, Applied Energy, 351, 2023, 121843,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2023.121843
5. Yuanhao Wu, Hayder I. Mohammed, Sheng Chen, Maji Luo, Yang Yu, Zijian Zhou, ‘’Numerical investigation
of the impact of toothed fins on the heat transfer performance of a shell-and-tube exchanger during phase change
material melting process’’, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 217, 2023, 124637,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2023.124637
6. Husam Abdulrasool Hasan, Hussein Togun, Hayder I. Mohammed, Azher M. Abed, Raad Z. Homod,’’CFD
simulation of effect spacing between lithium-ion batteries by using flow air inside the cooling pack’’, Journal of
Energy Storage, 72, Part D, 2023, 108631, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2023.108631
7. Nidhal Ben Khedher, Nirmalendu Biswas, Hussein Togun, Hayder I. Mohammed, Jasim M. Mahdi, Raed
Khalid Ibrahem, Pouyan Talebizadehsardari,’’Geometry modification of a vertical shell-and-tube latent heat
thermal energy storage system using a framed structure with different undulated shapes for the phase change
material container during the melting process’’, Journal of Energy Storage, 72, Part B, 2023,108365,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2023.108365
8. Farhan Lafta Rashid, Mehdi Eisapour, Raed Khalid Ibrahem, Pouyan Talebizadehsardari, Khashayar
Hosseinzadeh, Mohammed H. Abbas, Hayder I. Mohammed, A. Yvaz, Zhangxin Chen,’’Solidification
enhancement of phase change materials using fins and nanoparticles in a triplex-tube thermal energy storage unit:
Recent advances and development’’, International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, 147, 2023,
106922, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.icheatmasstransfer.2023.106922
9. Hussein Togun, Hakim S Sultan, S. Hamidatou, Hayder I Mohammed, Raad Z Homod, Muataz S. Alhassan,
Jameel M dhabab, Abdellatif M. Sadeq, Zaher Mundher Yaseen, K. Deghoum, A. Hadjad, ‘’Comparative study
on heat transfer improvement of nanofluids flow in forward-facing reducing channel with and without novel
hybrid ribs’’, International Journal of Thermal Sciences, 193, 2023, 108543,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2023.108543
10. Nidhal Ben Khedher, Hussein Togun, Azher M. Abed, Hayder I. Mohammed, Jasim M. Mahdi, Raed Khalid
Ibrahem, Wahiba Yaïci, Pouyan Talebizadehsardari & Amir Keshmiri (2023) Comprehensive analysis of melting
enhancement by circular Y-shaped fins in a vertical shell-and-tube heat storage system, Engineering Applications
of Computational Fluid Mechanics, 17:1, https://doi.org/10.1080/19942060.2023.2227682.

ACADEMIC CITES
Google scholar
Researchgate
Linkedin
Web of Science:

SHORT COURSES ATTENDED
➢ Research visit to look at and discuss several areas of special needs education to prepare a concept on how to implement
methods and techniques into the curriculum and teaching 23-30 October 2022, University of Flensburg, Germany.
➢ Microsoft PowerPoint: Advanced, 06 July 2015, University of Nottingham, UK.
➢ Collaborating in Microsoft Word, 08 July 2015, University of Nottingham, UK.
➢ Endnote introduction for referencing and citing (researchers in any discipline), 14 July 2015, University of Nottingham,
UK.
➢ Creating a Poster in PowerPoint, 23 July 2015, University of Nottingham, UK.