Dr. Soraya Mohamed Mahmoud Ahmed - Material Science and Material Engineering - Best Researcher Award

Aswan University - Egypt

Author Profile

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Soraya Mohamed Mahmoud Ahmed began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Physics from the Faculty of Science, South Valley University in 2002, where she graduated with a "very good" accumulative average grade. She pursued higher education at the same institution, earning her M.Sc. in Physics in 2011. Her master's thesis, titled "An Investigation for Insight into Optical Properties of the As2S3 and (As2S3)0.95Cu0.05 Amorphous Thin Films," laid the groundwork for her future research endeavors in material science. In 2014, Dr. Ahmed completed her Ph.D. in Physics from Aswan University, with her dissertation focusing on the "Study of Structural, Thermal, and Optical Properties of Se-Te-Sb Chalcogenide Thin Films," further deepening her expertise in Material Science and Material Engineering.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Ahmed’s career in academia spans several roles within the Physics Department at Aswan University. She initially served as a Demonstrator and Assistant Lecturer before being promoted to Lecturer in 2014 and subsequently to Assistant Professor in Solid State Physics in 2021. Throughout her tenure, Dr. Ahmed has significantly contributed to the academic community by teaching courses ranging from Thermodynamics, Solid-State Physics, and Nano Physics to Advanced Solid-State Physics. Her teaching experience also includes undergraduate courses in Plasma Physics, Quantum Physics, and Semiconductor Physics, establishing her as a versatile educator.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Ahmed’s research is primarily focused on Material Science and Material Engineering, with particular expertise in chalcogenide glasses, which are known for their applications in semiconductors, optical filters, and infrared devices. She has conducted extensive studies on chalcogenide glass materials, examining their structural, thermal, and optical properties and their potential use in solar cells and magnetic field sensors. She has also explored the development of new glass types for various technological applications, including lasers, infrared window glass, and radiation insulators. Her research on these materials not only advances fundamental science but also contributes to practical innovations in high-tech industries.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Ahmed's work in Material Science and Material Engineering has garnered recognition within the academic community, earning her several awards for Scientific Publishing from Aswan University (2016-2023). Her impact extends beyond academia, as demonstrated by her role as a consultant for projects funded by both the Egyptian Academy of Scientific Research and Technology and the Ministry of Education in Saudi Arabia. She has actively contributed to these projects by investigating the optical and shielding properties of advanced materials, publishing research on Polyvinyl Alcohol: CeO2/Cu2O Composite Films for UV Shielding and enhancing the physical properties of ternary Sb2O3–B2O3–K2O glasses.

🏆Academic Cites

Dr. Ahmed has presented her research at numerous national and international conferences, including the First and Second International Conferences on New Horizons in Basic and Applied Science, as well as the First International Conference of Physics, Material Science, and Engineering. She has also attended multiple training workshops and courses on scientific publishing, research methods, and teaching skills, further refining her academic and pedagogical abilities.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking forward, Dr. Ahmed aims to continue her pioneering work in Material Science and Material Engineering, particularly focusing on the development of advanced glass materials and their applications in semiconductors, solar cells, and radiation insulators. Her commitment to advancing knowledge in these fields, combined with her proven ability to mentor Ph.D. students and collaborate on international projects, positions her as a leading figure in the study of chalcogenide glasses and semiconductor materials.

In the realm of Material Science and Material Engineering, Dr. Ahmed's contributions stand as a testament to her dedication and innovation, ensuring that her research will continue to impact both academic and industrial spheres.

📝Notable Publication

📝Thermal and electrical properties of bulk and thick films of Se₀.₇₅−ₓTe₀.₂₅Agₓ (0 ≤ x ≤ 0.1) for electronic devices

Authors: Ahmad, M., Mahmoud, I.S., Shaaban, E.R., Soraya, M.M., Mahasen, M.M.

Journal: Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry

Year: 2024

Citations: 0

📝Preparation and Investigation of Polyvinyl Alcohol: CeO₂/Cu₂O Composite Films for UV Shielding

Authors: Mahmoud, I.S., Aldukhayel, A.M., Aldufeery, E.A., Mahasen, M.M., Soraya, M.M.

Journal: Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials

Year: 2024

Citations: 2

📝Synthesis of tetramethylammonium lead iodide perovskite and investigation of its structural, vibrational, and optical characterizations

Authors: Mahasen, M.M., Osman, L., Soraya, M.M.

Journal: Optical Materials

Year: 2023

Citations: 1

📝Structural and thermal characteristics of Ge₃₀−ₓSbxTe₁₀Se₆₀ (0 ≤ x ≤ 20) glasses for electronic devices

Authors: Soraya, M.M., Abdel-Wahab, F., Elamin, A.A., Shaaban, E.R., Ali Karrar, N.N.

Journal: Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry

Year: 2023

Citations: 6

📝Constructing of Cu₂ZnSnS₄ thin films with enhanced optical properties for solar cell application

Authors: Ahmed, F.B.M., Abdel-Wahab, F., Shaaban, E.R., Soraya, M.M.

Year: 2022

Citations: 3

📝Enhancing the physical, optical and shielding properties for ternary Sb₂O₃–B₂O₃–K₂O glasses

Authors: Soraya, M.M., Ahmed, F.B.M., Mahasen, M.M.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics