Educational Background
🎓 MS-Nanoscience and Engineering
NUST, Pakistan (2017-2019)
Thesis: Synthesis of zinc oxide and Al doped zinc oxide for solar cell application.
🎓 M.Sc.-Physics
International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Pakistan (2013-2015)
Thesis: Synthesis and dielectric studies of cobalt chromite and zinc ferrite nanocomposites.
🎓 B.Sc.-Mathematics and Physics
University of the Punjab, Pakistan (2011-2013)
Research Interests
💡 Optoelectronics
💡 Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
💡 Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage
Professional Experience
Research Assistant (Jan 2020 – Present)
School of Chemical and Materials Engineering, NUST
- Developed synthesis protocols for various Titania nanostructures.
- Fabricated Titania-based solar cells and conducted comprehensive literature surveys.
Research Assistant (2019)
School of Chemical and Materials Engineering, NUST
- Synthesized Cesium-based Perovskite nanomaterials and fabricated inorganic Perovskite-based solar cells.
Co-Founder/Managing Director (2018-2020)
Watthour Technologies, Islamabad, Pakistan
Lab Coordinator (2018 – Present)
Device Fabrication & Testing Laboratory, Nano Materials Synthesis Laboratory, SCME, NUST
- Synthesized and characterized various nanomaterials for multiple applications.
- Fabricated and characterized thin films and solar cells.
- Coordinated and assisted graduate and undergraduate research projects.
Lecturer: Physics, Mathematics (2015-2017)
Rawalpindi College of Commerce, Islamabad
Lecturer: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry (2014-2015)
Mastermind Educational Academy, Rawalpindi
Key Skills and Competencies
- Expertise in synthesizing and characterizing a wide range of nanomaterials.
- Proficiency in operating advanced laboratory equipment such as Atomic Force Microscopy, Drop Shape Analyzer, XRD Machine, and Solar Simulator.
- Proven ability to manage and coordinate laboratory activities and guide students.
Publications and Conferences
- Presented research at 2 international conferences.
- Published 2 research papers with 5 manuscripts in preparation.
Muhammad Adnan’s dedication to advancing nanotechnology and sustainable energy solutions positions him as a key contributor in the field of materials science and engineering. His work not only pushes the boundaries of current research but also paves the way for future innovations in energy conversion and storage.
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