Ala Hssain | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Ala Hssain | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Ms Ala Hssain,University of Halabja,Iraq

Dr. Ala Hamd Hssain ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ถ is a dedicated physicist specializing in material science and quantum mechanics. She earned her PhD in Material Science (2023) from Firat University, Turkey, and her Masterโ€™s in Quantum Mechanics (2014) from Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus. Currently, she is a faculty member at University of Halabja, Iraq, teaching quantum mechanics and advanced calculus. Her research focuses on DFT simulations, molecular modeling, and hydroxyapatite materials, with numerous publications in high-impact journals ๐Ÿ“š. Proficient in Gaussian, Vesta, and Multiwfn, she actively contributes to scientific advancements in computational and experimental physics. โœจ

Publication Profile

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Education

Ms. Ala Hssain ๐ŸŽ“ earned her Ph.D. in Material Science (2019-2023) from Firat University, Faculty of Science, Physics Department, in Elazig, Turkey ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท. She previously completed her Masterโ€™s degree in Quantum Mechanics (2012-2014) at Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡พ, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Habib Mazharimousavi. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from Salahaddin University ๐ŸŽ“. With a strong foundation in physics and material science, she has dedicated her research to advancing knowledge in these fields, contributing to cutting-edge developments in quantum mechanics and material engineering. โš›๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Academic Experience

Ms. Ala Hssain ๐ŸŽ“ has a rich background in teaching and laboratory assistance. She served as an assistant physicist at the University of Sulaimani ๐Ÿ”ฌ, working in optics, electricity, and measurement labs (2009-2010), solid-state and atomic labs (2010-2011), and atomic labs (2011-2012). Later, she became a lecturer at the University of Halabja ๐Ÿ“š, teaching Calculus, scientific debate, atomic labs, metrology, and electricity & magnetism between 2014 and 2018. Currently, she continues her academic journey as a Quantum Mechanics professor โš›๏ธ for third-year students at the University of Halabja, contributing to the next generation of physicists. ๐Ÿš€

Research Experience

Ms. Ala Hssain ๐ŸŽ“ is proficient in advanced computational tools for molecular simulations and density functional theory (DFT) ๐Ÿ”ฌ. She has expertise in Gaussian software for molecular modeling, enabling precise quantum mechanical calculations โš›๏ธ. Additionally, she is skilled in VESTA for 3D visualization of crystal structures ๐Ÿ—๏ธ, VMD for molecular dynamics simulations ๐Ÿงฌ, Multiwfn for wavefunction analysis ๐ŸŒŠ, and Siesta for efficient DFT calculations on complex materials ๐Ÿข. Her expertise in these tools enhances her research in material science, quantum mechanics, and computational physics, contributing to innovative advancements in the field. ๐Ÿš€

Academic Activities

Ms. Ala Hssain ๐ŸŽ“ has an extensive research portfolio, focusing on material science, quantum mechanics, and computational chemistry ๐Ÿ”ฌ. Her publications explore hydroxyapatite co-doping, spinel synthesis, and optoelectronic compounds. Notable works include DFT modeling of Secnidazole ๐Ÿงช, structural and spectroscopic studies on serotonin โš›๏ธ, and Mg-doped Zn-based hydroxyapatites ๐Ÿ—๏ธ. She has also contributed to theoretical and experimental research on L-tryptophan dimers ๐Ÿงฌ. Published in prestigious journals like Chemical Physics Letters and Journal of Molecular Structure, her studies drive advancements in materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and molecular simulations. ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ“–

Research Focus

Ms. Ala Hssain’s research focuses on Computational and Experimental Chemistry ๐Ÿงช, particularly in the structural and spectroscopic analysis of biomolecules. Her work on the L-tryptophan dimer state involves a combination of Density Functional Theory (DFT)๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ and Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations to understand molecular interactions and stability. This interdisciplinary research bridges theoretical modeling and experimental validation, contributing to fields like biophysics ๐Ÿงฌ, pharmaceutical sciences ๐Ÿ’Š, and material chemistry ๐Ÿ”ฌ. Her expertise lies in using computational tools to predict molecular behavior, aiding in drug design and biomolecular engineering. Her findings enhance the understanding of amino acid interactions in biological systems.

Publication Top Notes

Structural and spectroscopic study of L-tryptophan dimer state using DFT and MD: Computational and experimental analysis