National Institute of Standards, Egypt
Prof. Dr. Mohamed S. Gaafar is a Full Professor at the National Institute for Standards (NIS), Egypt. He is a prominent expert in ultrasonic characterization of materials, with specialization in spectroscopic, structural, and thermal analyses of glass systems and nanomaterials. With over two decades of academic and scientific contributions, he has authored more than 70 peer-reviewed publications and collaborated on numerous international research projects. His academic impact is reflected in his H-index (Google Scholar: 26; Scopus: 24), and he serves on the editorial boards and review panels of several top-tier journals. He also held an academic post at Majmaah University, Saudi Arabia, contributing to quality assurance, research, and education.
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🎓 Education
Prof. Gaafar earned a B.Sc. in Biophysics from Cairo University (1993), followed by an M.Sc. in Ultrasonic Characterization of Rubber Blends (2001) from the same university. His Ph.D. in Physics was completed at Menia University (2005), with research focused on ultrasonic velocity and attenuation in tellurite glasses. His academic training spans core disciplines of biophysics and physics, with a strong foundation in acoustic and structural material analysis. He has pursued further specialization in Europe and Asia through short research visits in Denmark, Germany, and South Korea, advancing his expertise in industrial acoustics and nanostructured materials.
🏢 Experience
Starting as a demonstrator at NIS in 1996, Prof. Gaafar rose through the ranks to become Full Professor and Head of the Ultrasonic Department. He served as Associate Professor at Majmaah University (2010–2019), contributing significantly to research output and academic excellence. He currently leads ultrasonic materials research at NIS and participates in national and international collaborations. His work includes developing acoustic techniques, material standards, and spectroscopic methodologies. He has supervised numerous postgraduate theses and remains active in capacity-building, editorial work, and scientific review committees globally.
🏅 Awards & Honors
Prof. Gaafar has received over 10 excellence awards, notably from Majmaah University for top-ranking publications (2012–2019), quality assurance leadership, and outstanding student project supervision. He was also honored by the National Institute for Standards for his high-impact research. In 2009, he was named among the “Top 100 Scientists” by the International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, UK. His editorial and review work for leading journals has also been widely acknowledged. His dedication to scientific excellence, quality education, and international collaboration is reflected in these continuous recognitions.
🔍 Research Focus
Prof. Gaafar’s research focuses on ultrasonic velocity, attenuation, and relaxation phenomena in glassy and polymeric materials, with advanced applications in nanocomposites and radiation shielding. His studies integrate techniques like FTIR, XRD, DSC/DTA, UV-Vis, and Judd-Ofelt analysis to characterize amorphous and crystalline structures. He is also deeply engaged in the development of acoustical models, RDF analysis, and structural simulations using artificial intelligence. His work supports innovative material design in photonics, lasers, and energy systems. His current interests include nanoparticle synthesis and acoustic material behavior at varying temperatures.
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Mohamed S. Gaafar is exceptionally well-qualified for the Best Researcher Award. His distinguished academic track record, publication impact, sustained excellence in ultrasonic materials characterization, and leadership within national and regional research communities mark him as a leading scientist in his domain. He brings a rare combination of scientific depth, consistency, and international engagement, which aligns with the award’s objective to honor outstanding contributions to scientific research. With modest expansion into commercial and interdisciplinary domains, his already impressive legacy will continue to influence next-generation materials science and ultrasonic technologies.
Publication
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Title: Elastic properties and structural studies on some zinc-borate glasses derived from ultrasonic, FT-IR and X-ray techniques
Authors: M.S. Gaafar, N.S. Abd El-Aal, O.W. Gerges, G. El-Amir
Year: 2009
Citations: 198
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Title: Structural studies and mechanical properties of some borate glasses doped with different alkali and cobalt oxides
Authors: M.S. Gaafar, S.Y. Marzouk, H.A. Zayed, L.I. Soliman, A.H.S. El-Deen
Year: 2013
Citations: 101
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Title: Structural studies of some phospho-borate glasses using ultrasonic pulse–echo technique, DSC and IR spectroscopy
Authors: M.S. Gaafar, H.A. Afifi, M.M. Mekawy
Year: 2009
Citations: 72
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Title: Structural and elastic properties of eutectic Sn–Cu lead-free solder alloy containing small amount of Ag and In
Authors: A.A. El-Daly, F. El-Tantawy, A.E. Hammad, M.S. Gaafar, E.H. El-Mossalamy, et al.
Year: 2011
Citations: 63