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Emad Yousif
Assistant Professor
Institution:
Department of Chemistry, College of Science, AL-Nahrain University, Baghdad, Iraq
Nomination Year:
From 2012 To 2016
Biography:
Emad Yousif graduated from Baghdad University, Iraq, in 1996 with a B Sc in chemistry. He then transferred to Al-Nahrain University, also in Baghdad, to study for his M Sc and Ph D,
and graduated in 1998 and 2004, respectively, with a focus on inorganic chemistry.In 2004, Yousif took up a post as lecturer at Al-Nahrain University, and was promoted to assistant professor in 2008. Yousif's research covers the inorganic, photochemistry, synthesis,structure, processing and properties of polymers,and oleo-chemistry. In particular, he is interested in the antibacterial, optical and lubricant properties of such polymers. His work commitment,however, has not prevented him from tutoring seven students, who have graduated under his supervision. Yousif has published many scientific articles in national and international journals, and has also published 15 books, which reflect his interest in public engagement in science. In addition, based on his international publications, he has recently been honoured by the Government of Iraq with the prestigious 2010, 2011, 2012,2013 and 2014 Science Day Prize.