Ali AlHammadi

Dr. Ali AlHammadi serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical & Petroleum Engineering at Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, UAE. He maintains active affiliation with the Center for Catalysis and Separation Research, focusing on interdisciplinary engineering solutions for energy and environmental challenges.

His academic foundation includes a BSc in Chemical Engineering (honors with distinction) from the Petroleum Institute, Abu Dhabi (2007–2011), followed by a PhD in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Rice University, Houston, TX, USA (2011–2016). He further completed the Mohammed Bin Rashid Impactful Leadership Program, enhancing his strategic capabilities.

Research spans thermophysical phenomena in complex fluids, AI-driven materials discovery, and petroleum engineering critical to Middle Eastern energy contexts. His work integrates computational modeling with practical environmental applications, particularly:

• Thermophysical Properties of Complex Fluids
• Materials Discovery through Molecular Dynamics and Machine Learning
• Environmental Adsorbents and Wastewater Treatment
• Nanotubes Synthesis
• Asphaltene Flow Assurance
• Crude Oil Characterization

Recognition includes the prestigious Innovators Under 35 award and multiple Best Teacher Awards for pedagogical excellence.

• Innovators Under 35
• Best Teacher Award

He currently mentors five Master of Science students while directing four high-impact research initiatives funded by university and industry partners, emphasizing sustainable energy systems and carbon management. His projects include:

Graduate Students

• Hassan Almheiri
• Waad Alshehhi
• Muhammed Thameem
• Ali Almaazmi
• Ayesha Alhammadi

Research Projects

• Development and Optimization of Novel Battery System: Na Ion
• Discovery of Novel Catalysts Using Machine Learning for Electrochemical Reduction of CO2
• Novel catalysts for Electrocatalytic Nitrogen Reduction at low temperatures
• Petroleums Beyond 50 Years

Within the Center for Catalysis and Separation Research, he collaborates on advanced separation technologies and catalytic processes, driving innovation in hydrocarbon management and environmental remediation through cross-disciplinary teams.