Prof. Dr. Makram Fakhri | Photodetectors Awards | Best Faculty Award 

Prof. Dr. Makram Fakhri, University of Technology-Iraq, Iraq

Dr. Makram A. Fakhri is a distinguished professor and researcher in the field of Nano Photonic Crystal Lasers with a strong background in Optoelectronic Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Nano Photonic Crystal Laser Engineering from INEE, UniMAP, Malaysia, in 2016, following an M.Sc. in Optoelectronic Engineering (2007) and a B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2001) from the University of Technology (UOT), Baghdad, Iraq. Dr. Fakhri has held various academic and administrative positions at the University of Technology, Baghdad, including serving as a Lecturer (1994-2017) and currently as a Professor and Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs (since 2020). His research expertise spans nano-photonics, waveguide structures, optical materials, and alternative energy sources, with a significant impact in materials science and laser applications.

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Suitability of Dr. Makram A. Fakhri for the Best Faculty Award

Dr. Makram A. Fakhri is a highly distinguished academic and researcher in Nano Photonic Crystal Lasers, Optoelectronics, and Materials Science, making him an outstanding candidate for the Best Faculty Award.

🎓 Education & Work Experience

• Education:

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Nano Photonic Crystal Laser Engineering – INEE, UniMAP, Malaysia (2016).
  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Optoelectronic Engineering – Laser & Optoelectronic Eng. Dept, UOT, Baghdad (2007).
  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering – UOT, Baghdad, Iraq (2001).

• Academic Experience:

  • 🏛️ Lecturer (Ph.D.) – University of Technology (1994-2017) | Full-Time.
  • 👨‍🏫 Professor & Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs – University of Technology (Since 2020).

🔬 Research & Achievements

• 📊 H-index: Google Scholar (37) | Scopus (35) | Publons (28).
• 📜 Editorial Board Member – International Journal of Nanoelectronics and Materials (Scopus & WoS Indexed).
• 🌍 Professional Memberships:
  • IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers).
  • Optical Society of America (OSA).
  • Iraqi Engineers Syndicate.
  • Association of Alternative Energy Sources.
  • Association of Laser & Optical Electronics.
  • Association of University Lecturers.

🏆 Awards & Honors

• 🥇 Gold Medal – Iraqi Sovereign Festival (2009) 🏅 (Design & fabrication of PLD system powered by solar cells).
• 🥈 Silver Medal – Iraqi Sovereign Festival (2010, 2011).
• 🥈 Multiple Silver Medals (2014-2016) – UniMAP Research & Innovation Exhibitions.
• 🏆 Second Winner – Iraqi Science Day Award (2016) 🏅 (Best research publication in engineering specialties).
• 📖 4th Highest Publishing Researcher – UOT (2019).
• 🌍 Top 2% Scientist in the World – Stanford University Rankings (2019-2022).
• 🏅 University of Technology Medal – (2021).

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