Umar Khan

Umar Khan is a Lecturer in Chemistry at the Department of Life Sciences, ATU Sligo. He holds multiple roles as Principal Investigator for the Mathematical Modelling and Intelligent Systems for Health and Environment (MISHE), Nanotechnology & Bioengineering Research Group, and Precision Engineering Materials and Manufacturing Research Centre (PEM Research Centre). His expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable technology and environmental innovation.

His research focuses on nanomaterials, graphene-based composites, conductive polymers, and their applications in sensors, biomaterials, and environmental solutions. Notable projects include developing ultrafiltration membranes using graphene composites and creating conductive biohybrid materials for biomedical applications. He has collaborated internationally on topics ranging from antibiotic resistance to renewable energy systems.

Khan has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with impactful publications in journals like Small, Advanced Materials, and Nanoscale. His work has been cited over 24,500 times, reflecting significant contributions to nanotechnology and materials science. He actively engages in interdisciplinary projects, bridging engineering, biology, and environmental science.

Key areas of focus include:

• Nanomaterial synthesis and characterization
• Bioengineering applications of graphene
• Sustainable water filtration systems
• Impact sensors for industrial and medical use
• Antibiotic resistance mechanisms

His research networks span global institutions, emphasizing collaborative problem-solving in health, environment, and advanced materials.