Bio Summary:
Dr. Muhammad Khalid Hussain is a Visiting Research Fellow at the Australian National University, specializing in Materials Science and Condensed Matter Physics. With a Ph.D. in Material Science from the University of Gujrat, Pakistan, he brings expertise in environmental catalysis, photo and electrocatalysis, energy conversion, and energy storage. His research focuses on synthesizing novel nanostructures, characterizing materials using advanced techniques, and conducting photocatalytic and electrochemical analyses for various applications.
Education:
Ph.D. in Material Science, University of Gujrat, Pakistan (2018–2022)
M.Phil. in Physics, University of Gujrat, Pakistan (2015–2017)
BS in Physics (Hons), University of Gujrat, Pakistan (2011–2015)
F.Sc. (Pre-Engineering), B.I.S.E Gujranwala, Pakistan (2009–2011)
Research Focus:
Dr. Hussain’s research revolves around Materials Science and Condensed Matter Physics, specifically:
Fabrication of novel nanostructures, including metal oxides and chalcogenides.
Materials characterization using microscopy and spectroscopy techniques.
Photocatalytic and electrochemical analysis for wastewater treatment and energy conversion.
Synthesis of 2D high entropy nanosheets for photo and electrocatalytic applications.
Professional Journey:
Visiting Research Fellow, Research School of Chemistry, Australian National University (2023–Present)
Lecturer in Physics, University of Gujrat, Pakistan (2019–2022)
Research Associate, University of Gujrat, Pakistan (2017–2019)
Lecturer, College Teaching Intern, Govt. Abdul Haq Islamia Degree College (2016–2017)
Honors & Awards:
IRSIP Scholarship from Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (2022)
1st position in the comprehensive exam of Ph.D.
Award of Laptop under the Shebaz Shareef Youth Scheme.
Merit Scholarship during F.Sc.
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
“Synthesis of Novel W-Mo incorporated NiO cross-linked Nano-platelets” – Journal of Energy Storage.
“Synthesis of heterojunction BiVO4/MnO2 graphene ternary nanocomposites” – Journal of Materials Science.
“In situ Sol-Gel Fabrication of Novel Lanthanum-Doped Nickel Oxide Nanostructures” – RSC Advances.
“Enhanced photocatalytic activity of Al and Fe co-doped ZnO nanorods for methylene blue degradation”
- Published in Ceramics International (2019).
- Authors: NR Khalid, A Hammad, MB Tahir, M Rafique, T Iqbal, G Nabi, MK Hussain.
- Focus: Enhanced photocatalytic activity of Al and Fe co-doped ZnO nanorods for methylene blue degradation.
“Surfactant-assisted synthesis of MoO3 nanorods and its application in photocatalytic degradation of different dyes in aqueous environment”
- Published in the Journal of Molecular Liquids (2022).
- Authors: MK Hussain, NR Khalid.
- Focus: Synthesis of MoO3 nanorods with surfactant assistance and their application in the photocatalytic degradation of different dyes in an aqueous environment.
“A Novel Ag2O/Fe–TiO2 Photocatalyst for CO2 Conversion into Methane Under Visible Light”
- Published in the Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials (2019).
- Authors: NR Khalid, MK Hussain, G Murtaza, M Ikram, M Ahmad, A Hammad.
- Focus: Development of a novel Ag2O/Fe–TiO2 photocatalyst for the conversion of CO2 into methane under visible light.
“Fabrication of CuO/MoO3 pn heterojunction for enhanced dyes degradation and hydrogen production from water splitting”
- Published in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (2022).
- Authors: MK Hussain, NR Khalid, M Tanveer, I Kebaili, H Alrobei.
- Focus: Fabrication of CuO/MoO3 pn heterojunction for enhanced degradation of dyes and hydrogen production from water splitting.
“Fabrication of p–n heterojunction Ag2O@Ce2O nanocomposites makes enables to improve photocatalytic activity under visible light”
- Published in Applied Nanoscience.
- Authors: NR Khalid, A Arshad, MB Tahir, MK Hussain.
- Focus: Fabrication of p–n heterojunction Ag2O@Ce2O nanocomposites to improve photocatalytic activity under visible light.
Author Metrics:
Citations: 284
H-Index: 9
i10-Index: 7
Research Timeline:
2018–2022: Ph.D. – Investigation of modified molybdenum oxide-based composites for photocatalytic applications.
2015–2017: M.Phil. – Photocatalytic conversion of CO2 into CH4 by Ag2O/Cu-TiO2 Nanocomposites.
2017–2019: Research Associate – In-situ fabrication of MoO3 hexagonal flowers decorated with Co3O4 microrods.
This concise summary showcases Dr. Muhammad Khalid Hussain’s academic journey, research expertise, and significant contributions in the field of Materials Science and Condensed Matter Physics.
