Muayad Esaifan | Materials | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Muayad Esaifan, University of Petra, Jordan.
Publication profile
Education and Experience (
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Ā PhD in Inorganic Materials ChemistryĀ (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium, 2014)
Ā MSc in Physical Land ResourcesĀ (Universiteit Gent, Belgium, 2007)
Ā MSc in Environmental Science & ManagementĀ (University of Jordan, 2002)
Ā BSc in Applied ChemistryĀ (Applied Science Private University, Jordan, 1999)
Ā Assistant Professor, University of Petra (2019āPresent)
Ā Research Scholar, University of Greifswald, Germany (2017)
Ā Adjunct Professor, University of Jordan (2015ā2016)
Ā Research Scholar, Technical University of Crete (2014ā2015)
Suitability for Best Researcher Award:
Professional Development (
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Dr. Muayad Esaifan has actively participated in various workshops, training courses, and academic activities to enhance his skills and knowledgeĀ
. He has attended chemical security awareness sessions organized by Oak Ridge National LaboratoryĀ
Ā and workshops on proposal writing by DAADĀ
. Dr. Esaifan has completed technical training on gas analyzers and electron microscopesĀ
, as well as e-learning programs to enrich his teaching methodologiesĀ
. His commitment to continuous learning has led him to participate in regional cooperation workshops and academic development programs, improving his contributions to the field of chemistry and educationĀ
.
Research FocusĀ 

Dr. Esaifanās research focuses on the development and synthesis of inorganic composites, mesoporous alumino-silicate polymers, and environmentally sustainable building materialsĀ
. His work is primarily aimed at soil stabilization, water retention, and purification solutionsĀ
, using nano-inorganic materials and locally sourced mineralsĀ
. Additionally, Dr. Esaifan is involved in the creation of electrically conductive ceramics for advanced industrial applicationsĀ
. His research strives to minimize CO2 emissions while producing cost-effective and environmentally friendly materials, making his contributions significant in both environmental and industrial sectorsĀ
.
Awards and Honors (
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Ā Leader in Innovation Fellowship, Royal Academy of Engineering, UK (2024)
Ā MEDRC Innovation Initiative Awards, Sultanate of Oman (2023)
Ā DAAD Research Grant, University of Greifswald, Germany (2017-2018)
Ā Erasmus Mundus Research Scholar, Technical University of Crete, Greece (2016-2017)
Ā Erasmus Mundus PhD Scholarship, European Union (2010-2014)
Ā VLIR-UOS Postgraduate Scholarship, Belgium (2005-2007)
- Adsorption of single and mixed surfactants consisting of cocoamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) and sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate (SDBS) onto zinc surface – 2024 (Cited by: -)


- Preparation of Mesoporous Analcime/Sodalite Composite from Natural Jordanian Kaolin – 2024 (Cited by: -)


- Study of Galena Ore Powder Sintering and Its Microstructure – 2024 (Cited by: -)


- Biosorption of hexavalent chromium by biochar prepared from the Ceratonia siliqua pod: Kinetic, equilibrium, and thermodynamics studies – 2024 (Cited by: -)


- Synthesis of Nanostructured Alumina from Byproduct Aluminum Filings: Production and Characterization – 2023 (Cited by: -)


- Facile Production Method of PbS Nanoparticles via Mechanical Milling of Galena Ore – 2023 (Cited by: -)


- Sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate (SDBS) and N,N-dimethyldodecan-1-amine oxide (DDAO) in single and mixed systems as corrosion inhibitors of zinc in hydrochloric acid – 2022 (Cited by: -)


. He earned his PhD from Vrije Universiteit BrusselĀ
, where he focused on sustainable building
, contributing significantly to material science and environmental research. He is passionate about developing innovative solutions for industrial and construction applicationsĀ