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Samer Husni Abdel Razzaq Zyoud

  • Samer Husni Abdel Razzaq Zyoud

  • Senior Lecturer
  • Ext: 6439
  • CV

Dr. Samer H. Zyoud is a distinguished academic with a Ph.D. in Applied and Engineering Physics from Universiti Sains Malaysia, specializing in semiconductor fabrication, thin films, epitaxy, and nanostructures. With over 21 years of experience, Dr. Zyoud is a faculty member and the coordinator of the Advanced Nanotechnology Research Group. His extensive contributions to the scientific community include over 100 research papers published in top international journals, six patents, and multiple books and book chapters. Dr. Zyoud's expertise spans a wide range of areas, including semiconductor materials and devices, nano-metal oxide and chalcogenide thin films and powders, organic thin films, and organic Schottky diodes. He also has in-depth knowledge of polymer composites, nanocomposites, graphene oxide, bioceramics, semiconductor lasers, water treatment, antimicrobials, and nanophotocatalytic materials. His proficiency in device design covers a variety of technologies, including diodes, MSM sensors, photodiodes, silver nanowire-based optoelectronics, and solar cells. In addition to his research, Dr. Zyoud is an active peer reviewer and editor for several prestigious journals. He also serves on several key academic committees, including those focused on academic reputation, scientific research, annual planning and budgeting, and internationalization.

Education
  • Ph.D. in Applied and Engineering Physics, specializing in Semiconductor Fabrication (Thin Films, Epitaxy, and Nanostructures), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia, 2024.
  • MSc in Physics, specializing in Applications of Laser in Communications, University of Baghdad, Iraq, 2003.
  • BSc in Physics, University of Mosul, Iraq, 2001.
Experience
  • Senior Lecturer, College of Humanities and Sciences, Ajman University, UAE, 2021 - Present
  • Lecturer, College of Humanities and Sciences, Ajman University, UAE, 2011 - 2021.
  • Lecturer, College of Education, Ajman University, UAE, PT, 2003 - 2011.
Teaching Area
  • Engineering Physics I, Engineering Physics II, Modern Physics, Pre-physics, Environmental Science, Science of Energy and Global Environment, Astronomy, Engineering Mathematics I, Engineering Mathematics II, Engineering Mathematics III, Engineering Mathematics IV, Principle of Mathematics, Math for Management, Research Methodology.
Research
  • Sensors, Solar Energy and Photovoltaics, Photocatalysis in Water Treatment, Semiconductor Physics, Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Optoelectronics, Photonics, Environmental Technology, Laser Technology, Optical Physics, Thin Film Technology, Nanoparticle Catalysis, Educational Technologies,
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • The 10th Undergraduate Research Competition 2024, Abu Dhabi University (Winner).
  • Mentor of two projects in the Expo Live University Innovation Programme 2023 at Expo City Dubai, November 4, 2023.
  • Mentor of three projects in the 10th Undergraduate Research Competition 2023, Abu Dhabi University, May 18, 2023.
  • Participant with an abstract in the Excellence, Gifted Education, Innovation, & Creativity in Basic and Higher Education, Ajman, UAE, June 10-12, 2021.
  • Facilitated 9 student abstracts at the Excellence, Gifted Education, Innovation, & Creativity in Basic and Higher Education, Ajman, UAE, June 10-12, 2021.
  • The Big 5 Solar International Building & Construction Show, November 25-28, 2019, Dubai.
  • Physics Open Day (FUNtastic FZX 2019), American University of Sharjah (AUS), February 14, 2019, Sharjah, UAE.
  • The Big 5 Solar International Building & Construction Show, November 26-29, 2018, Dubai.
  • 5th International Conference on Renewable Energy: Generation and Applications, UAEU, February 25-27, 2018, Al Ain, UAE.
  • 15th UAE Math Day, March 2017, University of Sharjah.
  • 14th UAE Math Day, March 2016, New York University.
  • 13th UAE Math Day, March 2015, Sorbonne University.
  • Attended a FANR-hosted public forum in Fujairah, January 2015.
  • 10th UAE Math Day, April 2012, AUS.
  • 9th UAE Math Day, April 9-10, 2011, Ajman University.
  • Professional Skills Development Program, Skyline University College, April 18-19, 2011.
  • International Conference on Advanced Materials (IWAM), RAK CAM, February 20-22, 2011, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
  • First United Arab Emirates Conference on Pure and Applied Chemistry ECPAC11, March 1-3, 2011, AUS.
  • National Conference on Business Consultancy and Strategic Expansion, April 7, 2011, Sharjah, UAE.
  • International Conference on Advanced Materials (IWAM), RAK CAM, February 21-23, 2010, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Distinguished Achievement Award from Ajman University, February 3, 2024.
  • PI Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud, Project: “Novel Laser-Assisted Chemical Bath Process Growth of Metal Oxide Thin Films: An Outstanding Advancement for Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetectors,” DGRS Reference No.: 2023-IRG-HBS-11.
  • Finance Manager at the International Conference on Fractional Differentiation and its Applications (ICFDA 2022), Ajman University, March 14-16, 2023 (Hybrid).
  • Golden Award for the project “Laser-Assisted Synthesis of Silver Nanowires for Enhancement of Properties: Adhesion, Transmission, and Conductivity” at the 13th UNIMAS Research and Development Exposition, Malaysia, June 15-16, 2022.
  • Silver Award for the project “Fast and Excellent Enhanced Water Organic Contamination Treatment by Photodegradation Using Al and/or Ag Doped Zinc Oxide Nanopowders Under UV and Blue Laser Irradiation” at the 13th UNIMAS Research and Development Exposition, Malaysia, June 15-16, 2022.
  • PI Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud, Project: “Water Organic Contamination Treatment by Photodegradation Using a Laser-Assisted Chemical Bath Technique of Metal Oxide Nanostructures (Thin Film and Nanopowder),” DGRS Reference No.: 2022-IDG-HBS-17.
  • PI Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud, Project: “Photoactive Metal Oxide Immobilized MOF-Biopolymeric Composite Membranes for High COD Water Purification,” DGRS Reference No.: 2022-IRG-HBS-1.
  • Moderator at the 3rd International Conference on Recent Trends in Multi-Disciplinary Research (ICRTMDR2020), Maldives (Virtual), International.
  • Third place in the field of distinguished research in the College of Humanities and Sciences for the academic year 2019-2020.
  • Co-Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud. Funded by the Ministry of Education in KSA for project number KKU-IFP2-DB-1.
  • Co-Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud. Funded by the Deanship of Scientific Research, Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University through the program of research project funding after publication, Grant NO.44-PRFA-P-100.
  • Co-Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud. Funded by The Research Center for Advanced Materials Science (RCAMS) at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia, under grant number RCAMS/KKU/017-22.
  • Co-Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud. Funded by the Ministry of Education, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through grant PCSED-020-18 under the Promising Centre for Sensors and Electronic Devices (PCSED) at Najran University.
  • Co-Investigator: Samer H. Zyoud. Funded by Seuz Canal University and the Research Center for Advanced Materials Science (RCAMS) at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia, under grant number RCAMS/KKU/017-22.
  • Funded by the Deanship of Scientific Research at King Khalid University through the research group program number: R.G.P.1/244/43.
  • Member of APS Journals.
  • Member of Academia.edu.
  • Current Guest Editor at the “Catalysis Research Journal”, 2023-2024.
  • Member of the African Physical Society.