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Dr. Mohammad Abu Haija serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Khalifa University, United Arab Emirates, and holds the position of Deputy Director at the Advanced Materials Chemistry Center (AMCC). Previously, he was Assistant Professor at King Khalid University (Saudi Arabia) and a postdoctoral fellow at Argonne National Laboratory (USA).
His academic credentials include:
- PhD in Chemistry, Technical University of Berlin (Germany), 2006
- MSc in Chemistry, Yarmouk University (Jordan), 1997
- BSc in Chemistry, Yarmouk University (Jordan), 1995
Dr. Abu Haija's research centers on functional nanomaterials for environmental and energy applications, with emphasis on catalysis, surface engineering, and material-property relationships. His work bridges fundamental surface science with practical solutions for water treatment and sustainable energy systems.
- Nanomaterial design for catalytic advanced oxidation processes (AOPs)
- CO2 adsorption/conversion using functionalized nanosilica and MOFs
- Electrochemical valorization of biomass derivatives
- Photocatalytic degradation of persistent pollutants
His recent publications (2020-2023) reveal a consistent focus on developing nanocomposite solutions for critical environmental challenges. Key themes include visible-light photocatalysis for pharmaceutical removal, engineered adsorbents for carbon capture, and integrated electrocatalytic systems for simultaneous CO2 reduction and biomass upgrading—demonstrating a strategic shift toward circular economy applications.
Recognition for his contributions includes:
- Commendation for Research (2018)
- Faculty Research Excellence Award (2019)
- Faculty Research Excellence Award (2022)
As an academic leader, he mentors 5 PhD candidates and 15 MSc students while directing research projects spanning water treatment nanotechnology, CO2 management, and biomass conversion. His team operates within Khalifa University's Center for Catalysis and Separation Research and the Advanced Materials Chemistry Center.
Current initiatives focus on scaling laboratory innovations for industrial water treatment systems and developing dual-functional electrocatalytic platforms that simultaneously address carbon emissions and renewable fuel production.
