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The first phase of the three-minute thesis competition has begun in the Department of Materials Engineering
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The first stage of the "Three-Minute Thesis" competition has begun in the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology for undergraduate studies. Four outstanding projects from ten fourth-year students competed: Yaqeen Alaa and Nourhan Sadiq, Aya Yasser and Huda Nazim, Hassan Ali and Riyam Yahya and Ahmed Majed, Abdullah Haider and Rasul Mahmoud and Fatima Ibrahim. The competing students presented their projects to a jury composed of Prof. Dr. Hussein Alaa Jaber as chair and Prof. Dr. Mayada Shanan Abd, Assist. Prof. Dr. Khaled Khudair Abbas, Assist. Prof. Dr. Jabbar Hussein Muhammad, and Assist. Prof. Dr. Ishraq Abdul Razzaq Kazim. At the end of the competition, the jury announced the winners of the two projects, Aya Yasser and Huda Nazim.
"Preparation and Characterization of Orthotics Foot Pad"
They qualified for the second phase of the competition from the Department of Materials Engineering to compete at the university level.
The Department of Materials Engineering holds an educational seminar on domestic violence, harassment, electronic blackmail, and drugs
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The Women's Affairs Unit in the Department of Materials Engineering / University of Technology held an educational seminar entitled (Domestic Violence, Harassment, Electronic Blackmail and Drugs), lectures were given by Captain Dhu al-Fiqar Muhammad Yusuf, Commissioner Bahr Falah Hassan and Assistant Political Advisor Muhammad Sabbar Abbas - Community Police Directorate - Department of Relations and Media / Minister's Office / Ministry of Interior, in the presence of the Head of the Department, Prof. Dr. Jawad Kazim Aliwi and his Scientific Assistant, Prof. Dr. Kazim Matar Shabib, and many faculty members and students of the department.
The first lecture given by Captain Dhu al-Fiqar Muhammad Yusuf entitled "Misuse of Social Media and Electronic Blackmail"
The lecture aimed to clarify the concept of electronic blackmail and shed light on its various types, while discussing its negative effects on individuals and society.
The lecture also reviewed the blackmail methods used by blackmailers and how they exploit modern technology to achieve their illegal goals. In addition to educating attendees on ways to secure digital accounts,
In addition to encouraging attendees to immediately report any cases of blackmail via the unified emergency line 911.
The second lecture, entitled "Family Disintegration and Strengthening Family Ties," was given by Assistant Political Participant Mohammed Sabbar Abbas and the assumed Bahr Falah Hassan. It included domestic violence (its types, causes, and ways to protect society from its dangers), as well as the legal dimension and community police procedures to reduce violence in all its forms. The lecture also included the presentation of awareness-raising film materials produced by the community police, highlighting the negative effects of domestic violence.
The symposium concluded with the awarding of certificates of appreciation to the lecturers by the head of the department.
The Department of Materials Engineering Hosts an Educational Seminar
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The Women’s Affairs Unit in the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology organized an educational seminar titled:
"Women's Health and Early Screening for Various Types of Cancer" on Monday, February 24, 2025.
The event was attended by Prof. Dr. Jawad Kazem Aloui, Head of the Department, Prof. Dr. Kazem Matar Shabib, Scientific Associate, along with several faculty members and students.
The seminar featured presentations by distinguished speakers:
- Dr. Lujain Anwar Al-Khazraji (Al-Kindy College of Medicine, University of Baghdad)
Lecture: "Overview of Breast Cancer" The session covered the basics of cancer, an introduction to breast cancer, risk factors for women, and preventive measures. - Prof. Dr. Raghad Imad Al-Din Naji (Al-Kindy College of Medicine, University of Baghdad)
Lecture: "Obesity in Women" The talk addressed the causes and challenges of obesity in women, social factors contributing to weight gain, and strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise, balanced habits, and realistic goal-setting.
- Prof. Dr. Sahar Karim Rahim (College of Medical Technologies, Al-Farahidi University)
Lecture: "The Role of Mental Health in Women’s Lives" The discussion focused on the importance of mental well-being, sources of psychological stress, and ways to support women through different life stages.
At the conclusion of the seminar, Prof. Dr. Jawad Kazem Aloui praised the outstanding efforts in organizing and delivering the lectures and presented certificates of appreciation to the speakers in recognition of their valuable contributions.
Educational tour by the Department of Materials Engineering
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As part of the Women's Affairs Unit activities, faculty members and second-year students from the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology visited the Research Center and Natural History Museum at the University of Baghdad on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
The group was welcomed by Lecturer Noor Hussein Youssef and Senior Agricultural Engineer Batool Abdul Redha Al-Wazzan, who introduced them to the museum’s work, exhibits, and how specimens are collected and preserved. The students explored the various displayed and stored models, learning about their significance through a detailed explanation by Lecturer Noor Hussein.
The visit aimed to give students a deeper understanding of Iraq’s wildlife and natural environment. By the end of the tour, faculty members expressed their appreciation for the insightful experience, the warm hospitality, and the valuable knowledge gained through this visit.
A lecturer from the Department of Materials Engineering elected as a representative of West Asian countries
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Prof. Dr. Mohamed El-Zuhairy was elected as a representative of West Asian countries in the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), which is an accredited member and an evaluator of UN documents and publications.
Professor El-Zuhairy specialises in petrochemical engineering and is a lecturer in the Department of Materials Engineering/University of Technology. He received ten votes from twelve voting countries for a two-year electoral term, where voting was conducted through the United Nations platform. It is worth noting that UNEP is one of the United Nations agencies specialized in environmental protection, combating desertification, drought and the effects of climate change.
The Department of Materials Engineering awarded a Master’s degree in Materials Engineering in the field of manufacturing corrosion-resistant coatings
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The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology awarded the Master’s degree to researcher Amasi Youssef Majeed on Thursday, 30/1/2025, in the Graduate Studies Hall in Building C, for her thesis entitled:
“Preparation and Characterization of Polymer blends Reinforced by Nano particles for coating applications"
This study aimed to The development of an epoxy coating by blending 0.5 wt.% chitosan and 2 wt.% TEOS enhanced corrosion resistance. With the addition of SiC nanoparticles (0.1% - 4%), surface roughness and water contact angle increased, reaching their peak at 2 wt.% SiC. Hardness improved by 19.5% at 2 wt.% SiC, while adhesion tests showed enhanced bonding due to reduced porosity and chemical interactions. The coating achieved 99.48% protection at 4 wt.% SiC, compared to 32.48% for pure epoxy.
The discussion committee consisted of Assist. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Abdul Hussein Muhammad as Chairman and the membership of each of Assistant Professor Assist. Prof. Dr. Fatima Jafar Muhammad, Dr. Nada Mahdi Farhan. The thesis was supervised by Assist. Prof. Dr. Shaima Mahdi Saleh/Department of Materials Engineering. The thesis was also scientifically evaluated by Prof. Dr. Adnan Abdul Jabbar Abdul Razzaq, Assist. Prof. Dr. Rasha Habib Salman, and linguistically by Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Waddah Ismail.
A lecturer from the Department of Materials Engineering receives an academic promotion.
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Lecturer Mayada Shanan Abd from the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology received a scientific promotion from the rank of Assistant Professor to the rank of Professor for fulfilling all the requirements for scientific promotion, while enjoying all the rights and privileges that this rank entitles her to, according to University Order No. 708 dated 26/12/2024.
Department of Materials Engineering awards a Master's degree in Materials Engineering in the field of Industrial Development.
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The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology awarded a Master's degree to researcher Hassan Hadi Hilal on Thursday, 19/12/2024, in the Graduate Studies Hall in Building B, for his thesis entitled"Improving the Mechanical Properties of the Mast by Heat Treatment".
The study aimed to enhance the wear resistance of low-carbon structural steel (St52-3), widely used in the framework of oil drilling rig masts. The experimental methodology involved applying a nickel-based powder coating to steel samples using the flame thermal spraying technique, in addition to performing heat treatment on separate samples to conduct a comparative evaluation of both methods. The findings demonstrated a substantial improvement in the surface properties of the coated samples, with surface hardness and mechanical wear resistance increasing by nearly threefold compared to the base alloy. This enhancement was attributed to the formation of intermetallic phases and compounds during the coating process, as confirmed by X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis. Furthermore, microstructural examinations using optical microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed a coating layer with uniformly distributed, fine-grained particles. The study highlights the effectiveness of flame thermal spraying as a surface modification technique for improving the mechanical properties of St52-3 steel. These findings provide valuable insights into potential applications for structural components exposed to high wear conditions, particularly in oil drilling operations.
The discussion committee consisted of Assist. Prof. Dr. Jamal Jalal Daoud as chairman and the membership of each of Assist. Prof. Dr. Jabbar Hussein Mohammed, and Assist. Prof. Dr. Sura Salem Ahmed. The thesis was supervised by the Senior Chief Engineer Dr. Hussein Mohammed Yousef/Ministry of Industry - General Company for Steel Industries, Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Omeid Zain Al-Abidin/Department of Materials Engineering. The thesis was also scientifically evaluated by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Faleh Hassan, Prof. Dr. Ali Munther Mustafa, and linguistically by Lect. Dr. Ali Abdul Karim Mohsen.
Women's Affairs Unit in the Department of Materials Engineering holds an awareness lecture
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The Women's Affairs Unit, in cooperation with the Educational and Psychological Guidance Unit in the Department of Materials Engineering, held an awareness lecture within the University Mornings program entitled
"Female Students' Behavior on Campus"
On Thursday, 12/12/2024, at ten o'clock in the morning, in the discussion and conference hall in Building C. The lecture was given by Assist Prof. Dr. Sura Salem Ahmed and Lect. Iman Kazim Hamza, in the presence of the respected Head of the Department, Prof. Dr. Jawad Kazim Aliwi, and the Head of the General Materials Engineering Branch, Assist. Prof. Dr. Jamal Daoud, and a number of first-year female students in the department. The lecture included educating the female student about wearing modest clothing, avoiding extravagance in makeup, and paying attention to personal hygiene, clothing, and relationships between female students themselves or with male students, while emphasizing respect for friendship and fellowship relationships during the study period. At the end of the lecture, the head of the department praised the distinguished efforts made in preparing and delivering the lecture and encouraged communication in holding such events to broaden the horizons of the students. The efforts of the two lecturers were appreciated.
A lecturer from the Department of Materials Engineering receives a scientific promotion
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The lecturer Haider Basil Ali from the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology received a scientific promotion from the grade of assistant lecturer to the grade of lecturer for fulfilling all the requirements for scientific promotion, while enjoying all the rights and privileges that this rank entitles him to, according to University Order No. 672 dated 15/12/2024.
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Ceramic Engineering and Building Materials Branch Conducts a Scientific Visit
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As part of the extracurricular activities of the Ceramic Engineering and Building Materials Branch, and in line with the principle of enhancing the practical and applied knowledge of the students, a group of faculty members from the department, Prof. Dr. Asil Basim, Prof. Dr. Laith Waddah, Prof. Dr. Sura Salem, Prof. Dr. Lama Akram, Eng. Shatha Riyad, Lecturer Hashim Sharif, Lecturer Nizar Jabar, along with a group of students, visited the Military Industrialization Authority/General Military Industries Company on Monday, December 2, 2024.
The group was warmly received by Eng. Sadiq Atiyah Jassim, the Director General of the Department of Military Research and Development, along with other engineering staff, who provided detailed explanations and practical insights into the company's operations.
The visit included tours of several departments, laboratories, and workshops within the company. The students had the opportunity to learn about the types of materials used in manufacturing their products, as well as the non-destructive testing methods and procedures employed to detect defects.
At the end of the visit, the faculty members expressed their appreciation for the efforts made in hosting the group, the excellent reception, and the invaluable knowledge gained from such visits, which contribute significantly to the students' academic and practical expertise in their field.
Department of Materials Engineering Organizes a Scientific Semin
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The Department of Materials Engineering organized a scientific seminar titled "Recycling of Construction and Demolition Waste and the Creation of Green, Environmentally-Friendly Buildings", which took place on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM in Building B. The seminar was presented by Prof. Dr. Asil Basim and Prof. Dr. Mohammed Abdul Hussein, with the attendance of Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Laith Waddah Ismail, as well as a number of faculty members and students from the department.The seminar focused on the concepts of sustainability and recycling, discussing the processes involved and their significant role in mitigating environmental issues, particularly in water and land pollution. At the end of the seminar, the Assistant Dean praised the distinguished efforts of the presenters in preparing and delivering the lecture, and awarded them certificates of appreciation for their contributions.
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology awarded a master's degree to the student, Fatima Mohammed Yahya, Department of Materials Engineering / University of Technology, On Sunday, 12/1/2024, for his thesis titled
"Characterization of the Prepared Carbon Noanfibers CNFs as Biomaterials
Abstract:
The study aimed to fabricate modified carbon nanofibers (CNFs) by incorporating carbon nanotubes (CNTs) using the electrospinning technique, followed by stabilization at 275°C and carbonization at 1000°C. The results revealed that the addition of CNTs reduced the shrinkage rate compared to conventional carbon nanofibers. FTIR and XRD analyses confirmed the effectiveness of the stabilization and carbonization processes. Furthermore, Raman analysis showed an improvement in graphitic crystallinity, with a decrease in the ID/IG ratio from 1.2 to 1.1. Additionally, the modified fibers exhibited a lower water contact angle, making them suitable for tissue engineering applications, along with enhanced electrical conductivity.
the discussion committee consisted of ladies and Gentlemen
Prof. Dr. Akram Rahim Jabr, Chairman Prof.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Nema Hadi, member
Asst. Prof. Marwa Sobhi Atallah, member
Asst. Prof. Dr. Manar Abdul Jabbar, as a supervisor
Prof. Dr. Mohammed Sallab Hamza, as a supervisor
In addition, the thesis was scientifically evaluated by Prof. Dr. Ali Ebadi Al-Tayef, and Asst. prof. Dr. Ahmed Muzaffar Hashim, and linguistically by Lec. Dr. Ouss Moayed Mahdi
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology awarded a master's degree to the student, Ali Hussein Abdul Jabbar, Department of Materials Engineering / University of Technology for his thesis titled
"Green Synthesis and Surface Modification of Nanoparticles for Wastewater Treatment"
Abstract
This study focused on the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using two separate heating techniques—hotplate and microwaves—with turnip root extract as the reducing and stabilizing agent. Furthermore, the green synthesis of graphene foam using date syrup carbon source, combined with potassium chloride as a substrate. The foam was modified with the prepared silver nanoparticles to enhance heavy metal removal and antibacterial efficiency. Silver nanoparticles with an average size of 47.5 nm, confirmed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), demonstrated stability via zeta potential analysis. The graphene foam's morphology and structure were characterized using SEM and Raman spectroscopy. Filtration tests by atomic absorption indicated high removal efficiencies for cadmium (68%) and lead (39%), with lower efficiencies for zinc (10%) and chromium (27%). The addition of silver nanoparticles improved removal efficiencies for Cd²⁺ (75%), Zn²⁺ (22%), and Cr²⁺ (33%). The antibacterial efficacy test showed a 100% bacterial-killing rate post-modification.
the discussion committee consisted of ladies and Gentlemen
Asst. Prof. Dr. Khaled Khader Abbas, Chairman Prof.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Abeer Farouk Abbas, member
Asst. Prof. Aseel Mahmoud Abdullah, member
Asst. Prof. Dr Mayada Shanan Abdel, as a supervisor
Asst. Prof. Dr. Basma Hashem Mohammed, as a supervisor
In addition, the thesis was scientifically evaluated by Prof. Dr. Basma Mohammed Fahd, and Asst. prof. Dr. Ali Abdul Wahab Aati, and linguistically by Asst. prof. Dr. Jamal Jalal Daoud
