Dr. Nabaa Jasim Mohammed, Materials Science (Applied Physics), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Malaysia

Education

• PhD Materials Science, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 2022

• MSc Materials Science, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 2017

Teaching Experience

• Conducted undergraduate laboratory classes and delivered selected lectures in the Department of Applied Physics during the postdoctoral appointment at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).

• Facilitated student learning through lectures, laboratory instruction, tutorials, and academic consultations.

• Supervised and guided undergraduate students in research projects related to materials science, corrosion engineering, and electrochemical analysis.

• Contributed to student assessment, project evaluation, and academic development activities.

• Provided research mentoring to postgraduate students in scientific
writing, publication strategies, and research planning.

Professional Profile

Postdoctoral Researcher in Materials Science specializing in advanced materials, electrochemistry, nanomaterials, and computational materials modelling. Proven track record of high-impact research with 13+ Scopus/WoS-indexed publications, including multiple Q1 journals and corresponding-author papers. Experienced in combining electrochemical analysis, advanced materials characterization, and Density Functional Theory (DFT) simulations to investigate material performance and develop innovative solutions for corrosion mitigation, functional materials, and energy-related applications. Research expertise includes graphene-based materials, surface engineering, sustainable materials design, and multiscale modelling. Demonstrated experience in teaching, student supervision, scientific publishing, and international research collaboration.

• Corrosion Engineering
• Electrochemistry
• Green Corrosion Inhibitors
• Advanced Materials
• Nanomaterials
• Graphene-Based Materials
• Computational Materials Modeling
• Density Functional Theory (DFT)
• Molecular Simulation
• Surface Characterization
• Materials Degradation and Protection
• Sustainable Materials Development

• Mohammed, N.J., Yusop, M.R. & Othman, N.K. Green and nano-based strategies for controlling mild steel corrosion in acidic media: a systematic review. npj Mater Degrad10, 16 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41529-025-00726-z(Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 7.6).
• Mohammed, N.J., Yusop, M.R. & Othman, N.K. Integrating machine learning, density functional theory, and molecular dynamics for smart corrosion inhibitor design: a critical review. J. Saudi Chem. Soc. 30, 41 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44442-026-00089-3Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 5.9). Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 5.9).
• Al-Gburi, A.J.A., Mohammed, N.J., Saeidi, T. et al. Design and development of a graphene-based MIMO antenna for smart multi-band sub-6 GHz 5G wearable communication applications. Sci Rep (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-42793-5 (Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 3.9).
• Al-Gburi AJ, Radi NH, Saeidi T, Mohammed NJ, Zakaria Z, Das GS, Buragohain A, Ismail MM. Superconductive and flexible antenna based on a tri-nanocomposite of graphene nanoplatelets, silver, and copper for wearable electronic devices. Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices. 2024 Sep 1;9(3):100773. (Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 6.7).
• Mohammed, N.J., Othman, N.K., Al-Gburi, A.J.A. and Yusop, R.M., 2024. Exploring Environmentally Friendly Corrosion Inhibitors: Insights from Natural ad Biomass Residue-Derived Compounds. Preprint Scopus.
• Ahmed Jamal Abdullah Al-Gburi, Mohd Muzafar Ismail, Naba Jasim Mohammed, and Thamer A. H. Alghamdi, "SAR Flexible Antenna Advancements: Highly Conductive Polymer-Graphene Oxide-Silver Nanocomposites," Progress In Electromagnetics Research M, Vol. 127, 23-30, 2024. (Scopus Q2, WOS)
• Al-Gburi, A.J.A., Ismail, M.M., Mohammed, N.J., Buragohain, A. and Alhassoon, K., 2024. Electrical conductivity and morphological observation of hybrid filler: Silver-graphene oxide nanocomposites for wearable antenna. Optical Materials, 148, p.114882. (Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 3.9).
• Elabd, R.H., Al-Gburi, A.J.A., Alhassoon, K., Alsayaydeh, J.A.J., Saeidi, T., Mohammed, N.J. and Zakaria, Z., 2024. An Ultra-Selective OLR-based Microstrip Diplexer with Minimal Insertion Loss for Wireless Communication System. International Journal of Intelligent Engineering & Systems. Scopus Q2)
• Mohammed, N.J., Othman, N.K., Al-Gburi, A.J.A. and Yusop, R.M., 2023. Date Palm Seed Extract for Mild Steel Corrosion Prevention in HCl Medium. Separations, 10(1), p.54. (Scopus Q2, SCI (ISI) Q2, IF = 2.6).
• Ahmad, M.F., Mohammed, N.J. and Othman, N.K., 2022, June. Electrochemical Studies of Date Palm Seed as a Green Corrosion Inhibitor for Carbon Steel in 0.5 M H2SO4 and CH3COOH Conditions. In Proceedings of the 7th International Corrosion Prevention Symposium for Research Scholars: CORSYM 2021, November 2021 (pp. 239-246). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. (Scopus)
• Mohammed, N.J., Othman, N.K., Taib, M.F.M., Samat, M.H. and Yahya, S., 2021. Experimental and Theoretical Studies on Extract of Date Palm Seed as a Green Anti-Corrosion Agent in Hydrochloric Acid Solution. Molecules, 26(12), p.3535. (Scopus, SCI (ISI), IF = 4.6).
• Mohammed, N.J. and Othman, N.K., 2020. Date palm seed extract as a green corrosion inhibitor in 0.5 M HCl medium for carbon steel: Electrochemical measurement and weight loss studies. International Journal of Electrochemical Science, 15(10), pp.9597-9610. (Scopus, SCI (ISI), IF = 1.5).
• Mohammed, N.J., Yusop, M.R. & Othman, N.K. Integrating Machine Learning, Density Functional Theory, and Molecular Dynamics for Smart Corrosion Inhibitor Design: A Critical Review (Accepted in Journal of Alloy and Compounds Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 6.3).
• Mohammed, N.J., Othman, N.K., Al-Gburi, A.J.A. and Yusop, R.M., 2026. Corrosion Inhibitors in Industrial Metals for Oil and Gas Applications: A Comprehensive Review. Journal of Molecular Liquids (Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, Impact Factor = 6).
• Manish Kumar Singla; Jyoti Gupta; Parag Nijhawan; Amandeep Singh Oberoi; Nabaa Jasim Mohammed and Al-Gburi, A.J.A.,2026. Characterization of an Activated Carbon Electrode Made from Coconut Shell Precursor for Hydrogen Storage Applications. Alexandria Engineering Journal. (Scopus Q1, SCI (ISI) Q1, IF = 6.8).

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