Azeez Abdullah Barzinjy
عزیز عبداللە عزیز
Professor
Physics Department
Faculty of Science
Email: [email protected]
Date of Birth: 1973-07-01
Gender: Male
General Expertise: Materials Science
Specific Expertise: Nanomaterials
Employment: full-time
Biography: Prof Dr Azeez Abdullah Barzinjy: was born in Erbil-Iraq. He received his BSc. (Physics) and his 1st M.Sc. (Superconducting transmission line) from the University of Salahaddin-Erbil in 1998 and 2004, respectively. He did another M.Sc. (Theoretical Physics) in 2009 at Old Dominion University in USA. He completed his PhD (Materials Science) at the Materials Science centre, University of Leicester/UK in 2014. He is currently full Professor at Soran University in Iraq. He participated in many international and local conferences as a keynote speaker and he published more than 130 highly impact scientific articles. He has more than 2400 citations and his h-index is 27. His current research interests include Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles, metal electroplating from novel ionic liquids and investigating their properties, solar selective coating, surface plasmon resonance and nanotechnology. He is currently supervising several master and PhD students in different universities. Recently Stanford University listed his name among 2% of the world scientists in the Materials Science Field. He organized several International Nanotechnology Workshop (INW) from 2017-2022 in Erbil, Iraq. He is member of: 1- American Physical Society since 2008. 2- American Chemical Society since 2011. 3- Royal Society of Chemistry since 2011. 4- Leicester ionic liquids group since 2011. 5- International Nanotechnology association since 2019
| Supervision Type | Year | Institute | Faculty / College | Department | Research Title |
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| Employment Type | Place of Work | Start Date | End Date | Position | Details | Reference |
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| Full-Time | Department of Physics | 1998 | Now | Teaching Staff |
| Year | Institute | Faculty | Department | Stage | Semester | Module Title |
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| 2024-2025 | Science | Physics | 2 | 1 | Analytical Mechanics I | |
| 2024-2025 | Science | Physics | 1 | 1 | Mechanics |
| University Name | Field of Study | Qualification Type | Country | Year |
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| Salahaddin University-Erbil | Physics | Bachelor's Degree | Iraq | 1998 |
| Salahaddin University-Erbil | Superconductivity | Master's Degree | Iraq | 2004 |
| Old Dominion University | Theoretical Physics | Master's Degree | USA | 2009 |
| University of Leicester | Nanomaterials Science | Doctorate (PhD) | United Kingdome | 2014 |
Email: [email protected]
Office Address : Department of Physics, Faculty of ScienceOffice Hours : 8:30-1:30
Home Address : Erbil, Zanco
Telephone1: 07504542010
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Research Vision
The research vision in nanomaterials science focuses on understanding and manipulating materials at the nanoscale to unlock new physical, chemical, and biological properties that do not exist in bulk materials. This field aims to innovate in areas such as energy storage, medicine, electronics, and environmental sustainability by developing materials with enhanced strength, conductivity, reactivity, and optical properties. Researchers envision the integration of nanomaterials into applications like targeted drug delivery systems, high-efficiency solar cells, and advanced computing technologies. Ultimately, the goal is to harness the unique behaviors of nanomaterials to address global challenges and create transformative technologies that benefit society.
Research Interest and Supervision
My Research interest and supervision in green nanomaterials science focus on the development of sustainable nanomaterials and processes that minimize environmental impact while enhancing performance in various applications. This field emphasizes the use of eco-friendly, non-toxic, and renewable resources in nanomaterial synthesis, aiming to reduce energy consumption, hazardous waste, and reliance on rare or harmful chemicals. Key areas of interest include the design of biodegradable nanomaterials, green manufacturing processes, and the application of these materials in energy-efficient technologies, water purification, and environmental remediation. As a supervisor, the goal is to mentor students and researchers in creating innovative, sustainable solutions that align with principles of green chemistry, guiding them to explore interdisciplinary approaches that balance technological advancement with environmental stewardship.
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