Journal of Analytical Chemistry

Dr. Akil Ahmad currently working at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia as Assistant Professor in Chemistry and having the experience of seven years as Research Fellow, Teaching Fellow, Postdoc and Visiting Researcher from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia. My research work in Chemical Sciences and Environmental Chemistry areas for toxic metals, dyes and pharmaceutical residues removal by using batch and column method coupled with analytical techniques, is internationally recognized. The adsorption technologies developed for the removal of pesticides, dyes and toxic metal ions from wastewater are of utmost importance. Research focuses on synthesis and fabrication of nanocomposites, electrode materials, microbial fuel cells, preparing and synthesizing various polymeric sorbents (Chelating materials, low-fouling nano filtration membrane, Graphene Oxide and CNT) using different organic moieties, and bio-adsorbents for the remediation of environmental pollutants (trace metals, dyes, pesticides) from water and wastewater. I have published more than 200 articles including chapters, reviews, technical reports and papers. I have also edited Elsevier and Springer Nature books.

• Chemical and Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical techniques for pollutant detection
• Wastewater treatment using batch and column methods

1. Serving as Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia.

2. Over seven years of international research and teaching experience as Research Fellow, Teaching Fellow, Postdoctoral Researcher, and Visiting Researcher at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, and the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

3. Conducts cutting-edge research in Chemical and Environmental Chemistry, focusing on adsorption and remediation technologies for toxic metals, dyes, pesticides, and pharmaceutical contaminants in water and wastewater.

4. Developed and optimized nanocomposite materials, chelating polymers, graphene oxide, CNT-based sorbents, low-fouling nanofiltration membranes, and microbial fuel cells for pollution control and environmental sustainability.

5. Published over 200 scientific papers, book chapters, and technical reports in international journals and volumes.

6. Editor and contributor to several Elsevier and Springer Nature books in the field of environmental chemistry and nanomaterials.

7. Regular reviewer for high-impact international journals in chemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental sciences.

8. Supervised and mentored graduate students and research fellows in advanced environmental chemistry projects.

9. Active participant in international research collaborations and scientific conferences focusing on water treatment, environmental pollution, and sustainable materials.

1. Recent advances in new generation dye removal technologies: novel search for approaches to reprocess wastewater

   RSC Advances, 2015 – Cited by 1251

2. Recent advances in metal decorated nanomaterials and their various biological applications: A review

   Frontiers in Chemistry, 2020 – Cited by 674

3. Essential Oils: Extraction techniques, Pharmaceutical and Therapeutic potential – A review

   Current Drug Metabolism, 2018 – Cited by 589

4. Recent Advances in Anodes for Microbial Fuel Cells: An Overview

   Materials, 2020 – Cited by 211

5. Insights into the Current Trends in the Utilization of Bacteria for Microbially Induced Calcium Carbonate Precipitation

   Materials, 2020 – Cited by 194

6. Recent advances in iron complexes as potential anticancer agents

   New Journal of Chemistry, 2016 – Cited by 192

7. Role of nanotechnology for design and development of cosmeceutical: application in makeup and skin care

   Frontiers in Chemistry, 2019 – Cited by 180

8. Adsorption of Rhodamine B dye from aqueous solution onto acid treated banana peel

   PLoS One, 2019 – Cited by 172

9. Modified graphene oxide anode: a bioinspired waste material for bioremediation of Pb²⁺

   Chemical Engineering Journal, 2021 – Cited by 163

10. Outlook on the Role of Microbial Fuel Cells in Remediation of Environmental Pollutants with Electricity Generation

    Catalysts, 2020 – Cited by 154

11. New generation Amberlite XAD resin for the removal of metal ions: A review

    Journal of Environmental Sciences, 2015 – Cited by 146

12. A glimpse into the extraction methods of active compounds from plants

    Critical Reviews in Analytical Chemistry, 2022 – Cited by 135

13. Gold nanoparticles in nanobiotechnology: from synthesis to biosensing applications

    ACS Omega, 2024 – Cited by 119

14. Statistical optimization for adsorption of Rhodamine B dye

    Journal of Molecular Liquids, 2019 – Cited by 118

15. Adsorption Behavior of Methylene Blue Cationic Dye using Nano-Adsorbent

    Polymers, 2022 – Cited by 112

16. Synthesis and characterization of silver oxide nanoparticles by a novel method

    IJSER, 2013 – Cited by 108

17. Perspectives on Usage of Functional Nanomaterials in Antimicrobial Therapy

    ACS Omega, 2023 – Cited by 105

18. Classification, processing, and applications of bioink and 3D bioprinting: A detailed review

    IJ of Biological Macromolecules, 2023 – Cited by 105

19. Chemically oxidized pineapple fruit peel for biosorption of heavy metals

    Desalination and Water Treatment, 2016 – Cited by 105

20. A glimpse into microbial fuel cells for wastewater treatment with energy generation

    Desalination and Water Treatment, 2021 – Cited by 100

21. Carbon-based nanocomposites in solid-state hydrogen storage technology: An overview

    International Journal of Energy Research, 2020 – Cited by 90

22. Phosphonium salts in asymmetric catalysis: a journey in a decade's extensive research work

    Advanced Synthesis & Catalysis, 2017 – Cited by 83

23. Blocking mechanism of PES membrane during ultrafiltration of POME

    Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 2015 – Cited by 82

24. A review on carbon-based molecularly-imprinted polymers (CBMIP)

    Chemosphere, 2022 – Cited by 77

25. Optimization of process variables using RSM for tocopherol extraction from Roselle seed oil

    Industrial Crops and Products, 2020 – Cited by 75

26. Application of rotten rice as substrate for bacterial species to generate energy and remove metals

    Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2021 – Cited by 72

27. Synthesis of Mn-doped TiO₂ by novel route and photocatalytic mineralization of pollutants

    Research on Chemical Intermediates, 2019 – Cited by 72

28. Carbon-based polymeric nanocomposites for dye adsorption: synthesis and application

    Polymers, 2021 – Cited by 64

29. Molecular mechanisms of drug photodegradation and photosensitization

    Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2016 – Cited by 64

30. Enrichment of Eucalyptus oil nanoemulsion by micellar nanotechnology

    Scientific Reports, 2019 – Cited by 63

31. Recent advances in drug delivery of polymeric nano-micelles

    Current Drug Metabolism, 2017 – Cited by 60

32. Adsorption of cadmium and lead from palm oil mill effluent using bone-composite

    IJ of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 2019 – Cited by 59

33. Sustainable Durio zibethinus-derived biosorbents for Congo red removal

    Sustainability, 2021 – Cited by 58

34. Alteration of polyethersulphone membranes through UV-induced modification

    Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 2017 – Cited by 58

35. Characterization of a novel chelating resin of enhanced hydrophilicity

    Talanta, 2010 – Cited by 56

36. Multitask Neural Network for Mapping Polymer Properties

    ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 2023 – Cited by 55

37. Toxicology and Environmental Application of Carbon Nanocomposite

    Springer, 2021 – Cited by 54

38. Oxidation of food waste in microbial fuel cells for pollutant removal and energy generation

    Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2022 – Cited by 53

39. Non-enzymatic electrochemical uric acid sensor with cobalt oxide nanostructures

    New Journal of Chemistry, 2022 – Cited by 52

40. Biosorption of Zn(II) using Inula Viscosa leaves

    Journal of Environmental Management, 2023 – Cited by 51