Education

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, University of Nancy 1 (University of Lorraine), France – 1992
• DEA (Equivalent to Master’s) in Material Sciences & Engineering, University of Nancy 1, France – 1987
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Ecole Nationale d’Ingenieurs de Gabes, Tunisia – 1986

Experience

• Chair Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, KFUPM – Present
• Distinguished Professor, Sunway University, Malaysia & Lancaster University, UK – 2017–2025
• Senior Professor, University of Malaya – 2010–2017
• Professor, University of Malaya – 2007–2010
• Associate Professor, University of Malaya – 2002–2007
• Lecturer, University of Malaya – 1993–2002

Leadership Roles:

• Associate Dean (Research & Postgraduate Studies), Sunway University – 2019–2023
• Leader, Smart Materials Science and Engineering Cluster (SMS2E), Sunway University – 2021–2023
• Head, Centre for Carbon Dioxide Capture and Utilization, Sunway University – 2018–2025
• Head, Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Malaya – 2016–2017
• Deputy Dean, Institute of Graduate Studies, University of Malaya – 2009–2016

Research Areas

• Carbon Dioxide Capture and Utilization:
  Application of advanced materials for CO₂ absorption, adsorption, and electrochemical conversion.
• Waste Valorization:
  Transforming plastic waste and industrial by-products into value-added materials such as CO₂ capture agents.
• Separation Processes:
  Fundamental and applied studies in absorption, adsorption, and membrane systems for water treatment and reuse.
• Electrochemical Processes:
  Development of advanced electrode materials for sustainable energy and environmental applications.