A Professor of Microbiology & Biotechnology with 24+ years of expertise in microbiology, genetic engineering, molecular biology, and biosafety policy. Proven leader in academia, research (85+ publications, 12+ grants), and innovation (patented self-healing concrete). Committed to mentoring 65+ students and advancing global biotechnology through roles with ALECSO, CGIAR, Sudan's National Biosafety Council, and international collaborations.
University of Khartoum
Khartoum, Sudan
Faculty of Science
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Biosciences Institute, Faculty of Medical sciences
AU-TWAS Prize for Young Scientists in Developing Countries
The World Academy of Sciences, Trieste, Italy
Merit Researchers Award
University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
University prize for Best Performance at the 5th level
University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
Prize for Best performance in Natural Sciences
Sudan Institute for Natural Sciences, Khartoum, Sudan
Visiting research Fellow
Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
28 Jan 2026 - present
University Educator/Researcher
University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
06 May 2004 - present