Assoc Prof Dr. Heba Isawi | Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Heba Isawi, Desert Research Center, Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heba’s profile showcases a strong educational and research background in chemistry, water treatment, and desalination technologies, making her a promising candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Below is an evaluation of her qualifications based on various criteria:

Publication profile

Educational Background 🎓

Dr. Heba has a solid academic foundation, including a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Ain Shams University, Egypt, with a focus on synthesizing nano-enhanced reverse osmosis membranes for desalination. Her education is further enriched by international exposure, such as her time as a visiting scholar at the University of Waterloo in Canada, where she collaborated on advanced chemical engineering projects. This diverse academic background provides a robust foundation for innovative research in water treatment.

Professional Positions 💼

Throughout her career, Dr. Heba has held significant research positions at the Desert Research Center in Cairo, Egypt. As an Associate Professor, she has been actively involved in water desalination and hydrogeochemistry research, showcasing her dedication to addressing critical environmental challenges. Her experience as a visiting researcher at the University of Waterloo further highlights her commitment to international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Research Contributions and Projects 🔬

Dr. Heba has participated in and led numerous research projects focused on water desalination, treatment, and groundwater management. Notable projects include the development of novel nanocomposite materials for water decontamination and the synthesis of innovative membranes for desalination. Her involvement in projects like creating digital water resource maps and integrating geophysical and hydrogeochemical methods demonstrates her comprehensive approach to solving water-related issues.

Awards and Recognition 🏆

Dr. Heba’s research excellence is recognized through prestigious awards, such as the U.S. INNOVATES-Egypt Joint Board on Scientific and Technological Cooperation grant, and funding from the Scientific Research and Developmental Funding (STDF) for her innovative work in desalination. These accolades reflect her capability to secure competitive research funding and her contributions to the scientific community.

Memberships and Collaborations 🤝

Her active participation in multiple collaborative projects, both nationally and internationally, signifies her role as a key contributor to the field of water treatment and desalination. Her involvement in diverse research initiatives, including those funded by the University of Tabuk and the Desert Research Center, underscores her ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and multicultural research environments.

Publication Top Notes

• Combined electrocoagulation/flotation technique and membrane desalination for textile wastewater reuse
  Isawi, H., Sadik, M.A., Nasr, F.A.
  Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2024, 12(5), 113661 📜
• Design, fabrication, and performance assessment for green hydrogen production unit
  El-Aassar, A.-H.M., Mahmoud, F.E., elbakry, S., Sayed Alahl, A.A., Isawi, H.
  International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2024, 84, pp. 1050–1057 📜
• Improvement of hybrid polyvinyl chloride/dapsone membrane using synthesized silver nanoparticles for the efficient removal of heavy metals, microorganisms, and phosphate and nitrate compounds from polluted water
  Moustafa, H., Shemis, M.A., Ahmed, E.M., Isawi, H.
  RSC Advances, 2024, 14(28), pp. 19680–19700 📜 (1 citation)
• Preparation and Characterization of Nanocomposite Forward Osmosis Membranes for Water Desalination
  El-Sayed, F.M., Abo El-Fadl, M., Abo Aly, M.M., Isawi, H., Mohamed, E.A.Ali
  Egyptian Journal of Chemistry, 2024, 67(3), pp. 127–138 📜
• Fabrication and characterization of magnetic cobalt ferrite intercalated chitosan grafted polyaniline ternary nanocomposites for removing some heavy metals simultaneously
  Abulyazied, D.E., Isawi, H., Ali, E.S., Rashad, M., Abd El Wahab, S.M.
  Journal of Molecular Liquids, 2024, 393, 123527 📜 (5 citations)
• Retraction Note: Surface modification of thin film composite forward osmosis membrane using graphene nanosheets for water desalination
  El-Sayed, F.M., Ali, M.E.A., Isawi, H., Aly, M.M.A., El-Fadl, M.M.S.A.
  Scientific Reports, 2023, 13(1), 3404 📜
• Advanced photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants using magnetic nanostructured PVA membrane under solar irradiation
  Abomostafa, H.M., Isawi, H., Abulyazied, D.E., Abouhaswa, A.S.
  Surfaces and Interfaces, 2023, 42, 103402 📜 (5 citations)
• Effective nanomembranes from chitosan/PVA blend decorated graphene oxide with gum rosin and silver nanoparticles for removal of heavy metals and microbes from water resources
  Ahmed, E.M., Isawi, H., Morsy, M., Hemida, M.H., Moustafa, H.
  Surfaces and Interfaces, 2023, 39, 102980 📜 (22 citations)
• Preparation and characterization of rare earth element nanoparticles for enhanced photocatalytic degradation
  El-Kholy, R.A., Isawi, H., Zaghlool, E., Said, M.M., El-Aassar, A.-E.M.
  Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023, 30(26), pp. 69514–69532 📜 (6 citations)
• Synthesis of graphene oxide-silver (GO-Ag) nanocomposite TFC RO membrane to enhance morphology and separation performances for groundwater desalination, (case study Marsa Alam area- Red Sea)
  Isawi, H.
  Chemical Engineering and Processing – Process Intensification, 2023, 187, 109343 📜 (13 citations)

Conclusion 🌟

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heba’s extensive background in chemical engineering, her innovative research on desalination and water treatment technologies, and her numerous awards and collaborative projects make her a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her work not only advances scientific understanding but also provides practical solutions to critical water resource management challenges, demonstrating her significant impact in the field.