Dr. Mohammad Alkaseem, Catalysis, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at owlstone medical, United Kingdom

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Summary🌟

  • Dr. Mohammad Alkaseem is a dedicated research scientist specializing in analytical chemistry. Despite facing significant physical challenges due to the amputation of his left hand, left foot, and two small fingers on his right hand, Mohammad has demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills, adaptability, and determination. His journey is marked by perseverance and a unique perspective, which he brings to all his professional endeavors.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Control, University of Damascus, Syria (2010-2015, First Class)
  • MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Control, University of Damascus, Syria (2005-2007, Distinction Class)
  • Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Control, University of Damascus, Syria (2000-2001, First Class)
  • BSc in Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Damascus, Syria (1993-1998, Second Upper)

Professional Experience💼

  • 🧪 Senior Research and Analytical Scientist
  • Owlstone Medical, Cambridge (02/2022 – Present)
    • Developed and optimized analytical methods for biomarker discovery.
    • Conducted method validation and experimental design.
    • Provided technical support and trained R&D team members.
  • 📚 Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry
  • School of Chemistry, Lincoln University (02/2021 – 02/2022, Part-Time)
    • Taught and led the Analytical Chemistry module in Forensic Science.
    • Supervised student projects and marked coursework.
  • 🔬 Postdoctoral Research Assistant
  • School of Chemistry, Lincoln University (08/2019 – 02/2021, Full-Time; Part-Time thereafter)
    • Developed SPME-HS-GCMS methods for VOC analysis.
    • Validated STA-GC-MS and SPME-HS-GCMS methods.
  • 🖥️ Research Fellow
  • School of Computer Science, Lincoln University (08/2018 – Present, Part-Time; Full-Time from 12/2018 – 08/2019)
    • Conducted SPME-GC-MS analysis of VOCs and participated in data analysis.
  • 🌟 Volunteer
  • Cara (Council for At-Risk Academics) (08/2016 – Present)
    • Supported Syrian academics in exile and contributed to strategic development in academic skills.
  • 💼 Visiting Researcher
  • School of Chemistry, Lincoln University (04/2018 – 02/2019)
    • Conducted Raman spectroscopy and nanoparticle characterization.
  • 🌾 Research Chemist
  • Crop Intellect Co, Lincoln, UK (10/2017 – 10/2018, Part-Time)
    • Developed agri-tech solutions and performed analytical analysis.
  • 📊 Scientific Consultant
  • Makki – Kekhia Company (01/2008 – 02/2016)
    • Developed new product formulas and conducted contamination analysis.

Research Interests🔍

  • Analytical Techniques: TD-GC-MS, SIFT-MS, SPME-HS-GCMS, STA-GC-MS, Raman Spectroscopy, HPLC 🧪
  • Data Analysis & Processing: Proficient in Chromeleon, TurboMass, MassHunter, GCsolution 📈
  • Experimental Design & Method Validation: Extensive experience in designing experiments and validating methods 🧬

Skills 🛠️

  • Technical: TD-GC-MS, SIFT-MS, SPME-HS-GCMS, STA-GC-MS, Raman Spectroscopy, HPLC
  • Soft Skills: Team collaboration, training and mentoring, strong documentation and presentation, proposal writing
  • Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Chromeleon (Thermofisher), TurboMass (Perkin Elmer), MassHunter (Agilent), GCsolution (Shimadzu), Statistical Software

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: The Technical Examination of Nineteenth-Century Artists’ Pigments from John Opie’s Paintbox
    • Authors: Skipper, L.K., Baron, M., Sancho, N., Alkaseem, M.
    • Journal: Studies in Conservation
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Author Correction: Mobile Real-Time Grasshopper Detection and Data Aggregation Framework
    • Authors: Chudzik, P., Mitchell, A., Alkaseem, M., Pearson, S., Al-Diri, B.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 4644
  • Article: Mobile Real-Time Grasshopper Detection and Data Aggregation Framework
    • Authors: Chudzik, P., Mitchell, A., Alkaseem, M., Pearson, S., Al-Diri, B.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1150
  • Article: Modular assembly of proteins on nanoparticles
    • Authors: Ma, W., Saccardo, A., Roccatano, D., Soloviev, M., Ferrari, E.
    • Journal: Nature Communications
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 9
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1489
  • Article: SERS and DFT study of 5F-PB-22
    • Authors: Alkaseem, M., Baron, M.
    • Journal: Journal of Raman Spectroscopy
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 49
    • Issue: 10
    • Pages: 1594–1606

 

Dr. Mohammad Alkaseem, Catalysis, Best Researcher Award