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Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Materials Through Technological Innovation
Overview
For the past 14 years, the Materials Science and Engineering Symposium has served as a premier platform for national and international experts to discuss advancements in materials engineering and technology development. It also provides a unique opportunity to foster interdisciplinary research collaborations.
This year, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar University, and Texas A&M University at Qatar are organizing the symposium under the theme "Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Materials through Technological Innovation." The event will highlight materials technologies that contribute to economic diversification in alignment with the third Qatar National Development Strategy.
The program will feature industry sessions showcasing innovative technologies, as well as student presentations of projects that focus on developing resilient and sustainable materials.
The symposium will take place on Monday, April 14. A tentative program is attached for your reference.
Chairs’ Welcome Message
Welcome to the Materials Science and Engineering Symposium 2025, co-hosted this year by Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar University, and Texas A&M University at Qatar. We are thrilled to bring together a diverse group of thought leaders and innovators under this year's theme, "Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Materials through Technological Innovation." As we explore cutting-edge technologies and foster interdisciplinary collaborations, we anticipate a day filled with insightful discussions and innovative projects that highlight the synergy between resilience and sustainability. We thank you for your commitment to advancing materials science and look forward to an engaging and productive symposium.
We hope to see you there!
Dr. Ahmed Abdala
Dr. Mohammad Irshidat
Organizers
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Organizing Committee
Chairs
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Dr. Ahmed Abdala
Professor
College of Science and Engineering
Hamad Bin Khalifa University -
Dr. Mohammad Irshidat
Acting Director
Center For Advanced Materials (CAM)
Qatar University
Committee Members
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Dr. Eyad Masad
Vice President for Research
Hamad Bin Khalifa University -
Dr. Abedalkader Alkhouzaam
Post-doctoral Researcher
College of Science and Engineering
Hamad Bin Khalifa University -
Dr. Igor Krupa
Professor
Center For Advanced Materials (CAM)
Qatar University -
Dr. Khadija Zadeh
Research Assistant
Center For Advanced Materials (CAM)
Qatar University