Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award
Postdoctoral Researcher at TF, Kiel University, Germany
Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz is a highly accomplished researcher in materials science, with a strong focus on nanocomposite thin films, plasmonics, and solar energy harvesting. Holding a D.Sc. from Aalto University with an Excellent grade and a Best Dissertation Award, his research has led to numerous high-impact publications in prestigious journals such as Advanced Materials and Nature Communications. He has over a decade of experience in advanced thin film fabrication techniques and materials characterization, with notable contributions to plasmonic metasurfaces and broadband absorbers. Dr. Abdelaziz has demonstrated leadership by mentoring Ph.D. and Master’s students and actively contributing to academic training and lab safety programs. His work bridges fundamental science and real-world application, particularly in sustainable energy and thermal management. While he could further strengthen his independent research profile and international visibility, his achievements and innovative contributions make him a highly suitable and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Professional Profile
Education🎓
Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz has a strong and interdisciplinary academic background in both materials science and electrical engineering. He earned his Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in Materials Science from Aalto University, Finland (2016–2021), graduating with the highest distinction and receiving both the Award for Excellence and the Best Dissertation Award. His doctoral research focused on nanocomposite materials with polarizonic reflective coloration for advanced optical and energy applications. Prior to that, he completed a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Cairo, Egypt (2009–2012), where his thesis centered on modeling and simulation of dynamic voltage restorers in power systems. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Al-Azhar University, Cairo, in 2007, graduating with an Excellent grade. This diverse educational foundation has equipped Dr. Abdelaziz with a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical expertise, forming the basis of his multidisciplinary research in nanotechnology and energy systems.
Professional Experience📝
Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz brings over a decade of diverse professional experience in advanced research and academic settings. Since February 2022, he has been serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Materials Science, Kiel University, Germany, where he focuses on developing selective solar absorber materials using magnetron co-sputtering and various thin-film fabrication techniques. From 2019 to 2021, he conducted doctoral research at Aalto University, Finland, while also working as a Visiting Researcher at Kiel University, contributing significantly to plasmonic nanomaterials and solar energy harvesting. Between 2013 and 2019, he was a Doctoral Candidate at Kiel University, where he engineered a three-source PVD sputtering system and led several lab-based training initiatives. Prior to this, from 2009 to 2013, he worked at the Nuclear Research Center, Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority, as a researcher and maintenance engineer for nuclear reactor electrical systems. His professional journey reflects a strong commitment to innovation, hands-on experimentation, and scientific leadership.
Award and Honor🏆
Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz has been recognized with several prestigious awards and honors that reflect his outstanding contributions to scientific research and innovation. Most notably, he received the Award for Excellence and the Best Dissertation Award from Aalto University, Finland, in recognition of his doctoral research on nanocomposite materials with polarizonic reflective coloration—a pioneering contribution to the field of plasmonics and energy materials. These honors underscore both the academic quality and real-world relevance of his work. In addition to academic awards, his research has been featured in top-tier scientific journals, further validating the impact and novelty of his contributions. His publications in Advanced Materials, Nature Communications, and Advanced Optical Materials highlight his role in pushing the boundaries of materials science. These achievements not only demonstrate technical excellence but also affirm his standing as a leading figure in the development of innovative materials for energy and optical applications.
Research Skill🔬
Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz possesses a comprehensive and advanced set of research skills spanning materials science, nanotechnology, and applied physics. He is highly proficient in thin-film fabrication techniques such as magnetron sputtering, thermal evaporation, and spin coating, with extensive experience in designing and optimizing deposition systems, including the construction of a three-source PVD sputtering system. His expertise extends to a broad range of materials characterization tools, including SEM, EDX, XRD, AFM, ellipsometry, UV-Vis/NIR spectroscopy, FTIR, and thermal and electrical analysis methods. Dr. Abdelaziz also excels in experimental design, data interpretation, and troubleshooting complex laboratory systems, which have been critical to the success of his solar energy and plasmonics research. Additionally, he has hands-on experience with cleanroom protocols and nanoparticle synthesis. His ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical implementation, mentor students, and collaborate across disciplines reflects strong leadership and innovation in research, making him a valuable asset to the scientific community.
Conclusion💡
Dr. Moheb Abdelaziz is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His academic credentials, consistent high-impact publications, hands-on innovation in solar and nanomaterials, and mentorship contributions mark him as a standout researcher in the field of materials science and applied nanotechnology.
Publications Top Noted✍️
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M. Elbahri, M. Abdelaziz, S. Homaeigohar, A. Elsharawy, …
2018 – 49 citations
Plasmonic Metaparticles on a Blackbody Create Vivid Reflective Colors for Naked‐Eye Environmental and Clinical Biodetection
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M. Elbahri, R. Abdelaziz, D. Disci-Zayed, S. Homaeigohar, J. Sosna, D. Adam, …
2017 – 33 citations
Underwater Leidenfrost nanochemistry for creation of size-tailored zinc peroxide cancer nanotherapeutics
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M.K. Hedayati, M. Abdelaziz, C. Etrich, S. Homaeigohar, …
2016 – 27 citations
Broadband anti-reflective coating based on plasmonic nanocomposite
(Materials, 9(8), 636) -
M. Elbahri, A.U. Zillohu, B. Gothe, M.K. Hedayati, R. Abdelaziz, …
2015 – 26 citations
Photoswitchable molecular dipole antennas with tailored coherent coupling in glassy composite
(Light: Science & Applications, 4(7), e316) -
M. Abdelaziz, S. Homaeigohar, M.K. Hedayati, M.A. Assad, M. Elbahri
2019 – 12 citations
Solar aluminum kitchen foils with omnidirectional vivid polarizonic colors
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M. Abdelaziz, R. Abdelaziz, S. Homaeigohar, E.S. Zarie, M.Z. Yetik, …
2019 – 6 citations
Transflective mesoscopic nanoparticles synthesized in the Leidenfrost droplet as black absorbers
(Advanced Materials Interfaces, 6(1), 1801610) -
M. Elbahri, M.K. Hedayati, S. Homaeigohar, M. Abdelaziz
2020 – 5 citations
Reawakening of plasmonic nanocomposites with polarizonic reflective coloration: from metal to molecules
(Frontiers of Nanoscience, 15, 185–214) -
J. Drewes, N. Perdana, K. Rogall, T. Hartig, M. Elis, U. Schürmann, F. Pohl, M. Abdelaziz, …
2024 – 3 citations
Co‐sputtering of A Thin Film Broadband Absorber Based on Self‐Organized Plasmonic Cu Nanoparticles
(Particle & Particle Systems Characterization, 41(2), 2300102) -
M. Elbahri, M.K. Hedayati, M. Abdelaziz
2016 – 1 citation
Active organic dipolar antenna
(International Congress on Advanced Electromagnetic Materials, 2016) -
M.A. Assad, M. Abdelaziz, T. Hartig, T. Strunskus, A. Vahl, F. Faupel, …
2025 – citation data pending
Cloud Inspired White and Grey Plasmonic Metasurfaces for Camouflaged Thermal Management
(Advanced Materials, 2501080)