A. Uddin Nanomaterials Chemistry and Advanced Composites Lab
The A. Uddin Nanomaterials Chemistry and Advanced Composites Lab, led by Dr. Azim Uddin, focuses on pioneering materials and processes in polymers and composites for microwave electronics, particularly in the context of 5G and 6G technologies. The lab specializes in developing new materials with tailored properties, including high-performance biodegradable fibers, metamaterials, microwave absorption, dielectric properties, electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, and rheology. It emphasizes process simulation and durability analysis for optimal life cycle strategies. The research explores advanced smart multifunctional materials, such as metallic fibers, 2D micro-nanostructures, porous carbon, and biomass-cellulose-based polymer composites, targeting applications in energy storage and high-frequency measurements critical for next-generation microwave bioelectronics.
Introduction to Dr. Uddin
Dr. Uddin holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Zhejiang University, a master’s in Nanotechnology from NUST MISiS in Russia, and a bachelor’s degree in Electronics from PAF-KIET in Pakistan. He has published over 25 papers in major international journals, accumulating more than 400 citations and achieving an h-index of 12. As a co-investigator, he has participated in several National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects and a Key R&D project of the Ministry of Science and Technology. His work also includes developing portable electronic biosensors for point-of-care diagnostics. Dr. Uddin was honored with the Young Researcher Award 2023 by the Chinese Society of Composite Materials (CSCM), China and actively serves as an academic editor, tropical editorial panel member and reviewer for several international journals and conferences.
Dr. Azim is awarded 2nd prize in the 4th Shaoxing Global High-Level Talents Postdoctoral Innovation Competition (Shaoxing Talent Category B), 2024 Shaoxing, China
Dr. Azim receiving the title of ‘The Young Researcher Award’ at the 12th Asian Australian Conference on Composite Materials in Hangzhou, China in 2023
Dr. Azim delivered a keynote talk on Green Composite Materials at the College of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing China in 2023
Dr. Azim has been an active member of the Chinese Society of Composite Material (CSCM) since 2021.
Dr. Azim finished his Ph.D. in Materials for Physics & Chemistry from School of Materials Science & Engineering, Zhejiang University, China in 2020
Dr. Azim was invited to give a talk in Doctoral forum: Experiencing China- Sun-Island international material in Harbin institute of technology, Harbin, China in 2019
International Collaboration in Laboratory Research
Dr. Azim collaborates with Prof. Larissa V. Panina, a full professor at the National University of Science & Technology MISiS in Russia since 2015. Her teaching focuses on magnetic materials and material physics, while her research includes amorphous magnetic microwires and GMI-based microwires. NUST MISIS is a leading scientific and educational center that promotes innovation and creativity among students. Before joining MISiS, Prof. Panina worked at Nagoya University and Plymouth University, bringing expertise in giant magneto-impedance and magnetic sensors. She has published over 120 peer-reviewed papers and delivered 18 invited lectures at international conferences.
Dr. Ghulam Rasool is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd University, Saudi Arabia. He holds degrees from the University of the Punjab, Quaid-i-Azam University, COMSATS University, and a Ph.D. from Zhejiang University. His research focuses on fluid flow models for heat transfer management, particularly in latent heat, thermal energy storage, and battery systems. With over 80 publications in high-impact journals, he collaborates internationally on heat transfer and energy storage projects. Dr. Rasool is committed to nurturing future engineers in renewable energy and efficient resource utilization in KSA and beyond.
Dr. Moustafa A. Darwish, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Physics Department at the Faculty of Science, Tanta University, located on Al-Geish St., Tanta 31527, Egypt. His research focuses on advanced materials, including ferromagnetics, ferroelectrics, ceramics, polymers, composites, antennas, and electromagnetic shielding applications. With over 80 publications in reputable journals, Dr. Darwish actively contributes to both national and international conferences, sharing his findings and collaborating with peers to advance the field of materials science. He is the Principal Investigator for a project under the Egypt-China Cooperation Program, focusing on novel magneto-dielectric composites to enhance 5G/6G communications.
