Assoc Prof Dr. Abdulrahman Alraeesi - Catalysis for Solar Hydrogen Production - Best Researcher Award 

United Arab Emirates University - United Arab Emirates 

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Abdulrahman Alraeesi embarked on his academic journey at the UAE University (UAEU), where he earned his B.Sc. degree in Chemical Engineering. His passion for the field led him to pursue higher education at the prestigious Colorado School of Mines, Golden, USA, where he completed his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering. These formative years laid the foundation for his expertise in energy and environmental research, particularly in areas such as material fabrications, waste management, and solar and hydrogen energy production.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Alraeesi has had an illustrious career, marked by numerous leadership roles. He currently serves as an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at UAEU and has held several significant positions, including Chair of the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department, Director of the Emirates Center for Energy and Environment, and Acting Executive Director of the UAEU Science and Innovation Park (SIP). His advisory roles extend to the Board of Directors of SmartLife Foundation in Dubai and the Petroleum Engineering Technology (PET) Abu Dhabi Polytechnic Advisory Board. In these roles, he has made substantial contributions to academia and industry, particularly in the field of energy and environment.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Alraeesi's research focuses on energy-environment projects, with a particular emphasis on catalysis for solar hydrogen production. He has secured approximately 2 million dirhams in research funding, leading initiatives such as the Solar Dust project on photovoltaic (PV) cleaning and energy efficiency, sponsored by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). His research has resulted in the publication of 12 articles and conference proceedings in Scopus-indexed and Q1/Q2 journals over the past five years, covering topics related to sustainability, fuel cells, membranes, energy, and the environment.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Alraeesi's influence extends beyond research. As a department chair, he led the preparation and submission of ABET Self Study Reports, successfully securing six-year accreditations for both the Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering programs at UAEU. His leadership in the accreditation process and mentoring of faculty and students has been pivotal in advancing the university's academic standards. Additionally, his work with off-campus committees, such as the ADNOC R&D Management Committee and the UAE Armed Forces Innovation Evaluation Committee, underscores his broad impact on national and regional energy and environment initiatives.

🏆Academic Cites

Dr. Alraeesi's academic excellence has been recognized through several awards and honors, including the Sheikh Rashid Award for Academic Excellence in 2012. His consistent performance has earned him multiple "Excellent Annual Performance" awards for the 2022-2024 cycle, as well as for previous cycles. His achievements in securing research grants, such as the UAEU strategic research grant and the National Faculty research grant, further highlight his contributions to the field of catalysis for solar hydrogen production.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions