Mohamed Mokhtar Mohamed Mostafa

Prof. Mohamed Mokhtar Mohamed Mostafa

Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Makkah al Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia
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Biography

Prof. Dr. Mohamed Mokhtar M. Mostafa is a Full Professor of Physical Chemistry at King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia (since 2012), having obtained his Ph.D. from Cairo University (1997) and held three DAAD Senior Research Fellowships in Germany. He has been selected among the top 2% of scientists worldwide in the Stanford University/Elsevier ranking. His research focuses on the design and synthesis of nanostructured catalysts (MOFs, LDHs, mesoporous silicas, hybrid composites) for green chemistry, sustainable energy (H₂ production, CO₂ reduction), and environmental remediation. He has authored 190+ peer-reviewed articles, holds 18 international patents, and has an h-index of 51 with over 8,100 citations. He serves as a Guest Editor for Catalysts and leads SABIC- and DSR-funded projects on C–H activation, CO₂ valorization, and wastewater treatment.

Affiliations

King Abdulaziz University

Jeddah, Makkah al Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia

Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science

Honors and Awards

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Top 2% Scientist Worldwide

Stanford University, Stanford, USA

International recognition based on a standardized citation-metrics analysis identifying the most-cited and influential researchers across all scientific fields worldwide.

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Faculty of Science Award for Publication

Faculty of Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Jeddah, Makkah al Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia

Recognizes outstanding research publication output and impact by faculty members within the Faculty of Science.

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Award of Excellence of Citation on Scientific Publication

Deanship of Scientific Research, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Makkah al Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia

Honors faculty whose published research has received exceptional citation impact, reflecting international influence and visibility of their work.

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Cambridge Certificate for Outstanding Scientific Achievement

Cambridge, Cambridge, UK

Certificate recognizing distinguished contributions and excellence in scientific research on an international level.

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Cited in Marquis Who's Who in Science

Marquis Who's Who, Uniondale, New York, USA

Inclusion in the prestigious biographical registry recognizing individuals who have demonstrated notable achievements and leadership in their scientific field.

Experience

Full Professorof Physical Chemsitry

King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

01 Aug 2012 - 21 Aug 2027

Associate Professor

King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

25 Aug 2004 - 31 Jul 2012

Associate Professor

Ntional Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt

30 Jun 2003 - 25 Aug 2004

University Educator/Researcher

Ntional Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt

27 Sep 1999 - 29 Jun 2003

Post Doctoral Researcher

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Karlsruhe, Germany

04 May 1998 - 26 Sep 1999

University Educator/Researcher

Ntional Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt

24 Nov 1997 - 03 May 1998

University Educator/Researcher

Ntional Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt

11 May 1993 - 23 Nov 1997

Research or Laboratory Scientist

Ntional Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt

17 Jun 1990 - 10 May 1993