An-Najah Chemical Engineering Students Publish Research on Photocatalysis for Environmental Remediation in a Prestigious Journal
A team of Chemical Engineering students from An-Najah National University—Waleed Farhoud, Reem Abu-Shqair, and Aseel Qadi—has successfully published a research paper in Particle & Particle Systems Characterization, a high-impact journal by Wiley (Impact Factor: 2.7). Their study, titled “Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity of One-Pot Microwave-Synthesized ZnO/CND Hybrid for Sustainable Environmental Remediation,” builds on their graduation project and presents a significant advancement in environmental remediation technologies.
Conducted under the supervision of Dr. Shadi Sawalha, Director of the Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, and in collaboration with Dr. Mohyeddin Assali from the Faculty of Pharmacy, the research explores the enhanced photocatalytic performance of a hybrid material composed of zinc oxide (ZnO) and carbon nanodots (CNDs). Utilizing an innovative microwave-assisted synthesis technique, the study demonstrates a sustainable and cost-effective approach to improving pollutant degradation and environmental treatment processes.
This achievement underscores An-Najah National University’s commitment to fostering cutting-edge research and scientific innovation, reinforcing its role as a leader in environmental sustainability and advanced materials science.
To access the published research, visit: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ppsc.202400216
