Soma A. El Mogy | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Soma A. El Mogy | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, National institute of standards, Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soma A. El Mogy is a distinguished researcher in Materials Science, recognized for her innovative contributions to the field. With a deep understanding of material properties and their applications, Dr. El Mogy has authored numerous influential publications that have advanced the understanding of materials engineering. Her work, which often intersects with sustainability and technological advancements, has earned her the prestigious Best Researcher Award, highlighting her impact on both academia and industry. Dr. El Mogy’s dedication to research and education continues to inspire the next generation of scientists in the field.

Profile

Education 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soma A. El Mogy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Special Chemistry with an “Excellent with honor” distinction from Al-Azhar University in 2005. She continued her academic journey at the College of Science at Al-Azhar University, where she completed her Pre-Masters in 2007, achieving an overall grade of “Very Good.” In 2011, she obtained her Master’s degree in Physical Chemistry, with a thesis titled “Using Rice-Husk as a Filler for Production and Characterization of New Polymer-Composites having Industrial Applications.” Dr. El Mogy further advanced her research, earning her Ph.D. in Science in 2015 with a focus on “Study of the physico-mechanical properties of polypropylene filled with carbon nanotubes.” Her extensive academic background and research expertise have positioned her as a leader in the field of Materials Science.

Training Courses

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soma A. El Mogy has a robust background in quality training and laboratory techniques, significantly enhancing her expertise in materials science. She has completed numerous quality training courses, including awareness of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements, internal auditing, and method validation for calibration laboratories at the National Institute of Standards. Her training also encompasses quality control charts, intermediate calibration checks, and the estimation of uncertainty in chemical measurements, with a foundational introduction to ISO 17025 dating back to 2008. Additionally, Dr. El Mogy has gained hands-on experience with advanced laboratory equipment for plastics and rubber, having undertaken specialized courses on operating instructions for hardness testers, hardness calibrators, melt flow index (MFI), and Z010/TH2A machines, all completed in compliance with machinery directives in June 2017.

Internationally, she has expanded her expertise through training in nanotechnology technologies and applications under the Association of Materials Science and Engineering and Nanotechnology, as well as academic writing and statistical analysis using SPSS. Her local training includes courses on EndNote application, scientific paper writing and presentation, proposal and report writing, and nanoscience and nanotechnology. She has also engaged in workshops on publishing research open access, nanocarriers and drug delivery, nanostructures, and the future prospects of scientific research. These extensive training experiences highlight Dr. El Mogy’s dedication to maintaining a high standard of excellence in her research and professional activities.

Career

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soma A. El Mogy began her career as a Research Assistant at the National Institute of Standards in the Metrology and Polymer Technology lab on May 10, 2006. She was promoted to Assistant Researcher on July 11, 2011, and later became a Doctor at the same lab on November 1, 2015. In June 2021, Dr. El Mogy was appointed as an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Standards in the Material Testing and Surface Chemical Analysis lab in Giza, Egypt. Additionally, she served as a Lecturer in the Chemistry Department at the Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University (Girls Branch) from September 2016 until 2020.

 

Scientific Workshop Attended

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soma A. El Mogy has an extensive background in practical and theoretical aspects of scientific research, demonstrated by her participation in numerous specialized training courses and workshops. She has actively engaged in learning about the selection, writing, and submission of research projects, highlighted by her training at the Agricultural Research Center’s Animal Reproduction Research Institute in February 2020. Her skills in synthesizing chitosan nanoparticles were honed at the Naqaa Foundation for Scientific Research in 2019. Dr. El Mogy has also been involved in initiatives that support women in science, energy and water challenges, and the applications of nanotechnology for sustainable packaging, showcasing her commitment to addressing global scientific and environmental issues.

Her expertise extends to intellectual property management and its application in scientific research, as evidenced by her training at the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology in 2019. She has acquired advanced knowledge in scientific research methodologies, publishing within international databases, and managing resources using tools like Mendeley and EndNote. Dr. El Mogy’s dedication to combating predatory journals, reducing fraud in scientific research, and ensuring the integrity of academic work is reflected in her numerous certifications from leading universities and institutions across Iraq and the Middle East. Her participation in workshops on aligning with the publishing process, utilizing statistical data, and leveraging modern knowledge cycles further emphasizes her ongoing pursuit of excellence in research and publication.

Publication Top Notes

  • El Mogy, S. A. (2019). Processing of Polyurethane Nanocomposite Reinforced with Nanosized Zinc Oxide: Effect on Mechanical and Acoustic Properties. Egyptian Journal of Chemistry, 62, 333-341.
  • El Mogy, S. A. (2019). Radiation Crosslinking of Acrylic Rubber/Styrene Butadiene Rubber Blends Containing Polyfunctional Monomers. Radiation Physics and Chemistry, April.
  • Lawandy, S. N., El Mogy, S. A. (2020). Effect of Natural Oil Content and Viscosity on the Adhesion of Nitrile Rubber to Polyester Fabric. Adhesion Science and Technology, Accepted Manuscript, Published online 15 May.
  • Saleh, B. K., El Mogy, S. A. (2020). Use of Waste Rubber and Bionanofiller in Preparation of Rubber Nanocomposites for Friendly Environmental Flooring Applications. Egyptian Journal of Chemistry, 63(7).
  • El Mogy, S. A., Darwish, N. A., Awad, A. (2020). Comparative Study of the Cure Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Natural Rubber Filled with Different Calcium Carbonate Resources. Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, 26(3).
  • Eyssa, H. M., El Mogy, S. A., Youssef, H. A. (2020). Impact of Foaming Agent and Nanoparticle Fillers on the Properties of Irradiated Rubber. Radiochimica Acta, Accepted 2 Nov.
  • Moustafa, H. A. Z., El Mogy, S. A., Mohamed, S. A., Darwish, N. A., Abd El Megeed, A. A. (2020). Bio-Enveloping Inorganic Filler Based Eggshell Wastes for Enhancing the Properties of Natural Rubber Biocomposites. Tire Science & Technology Journal, Accepted 22 July.
  • El Mogy, S. A., Abd El Megeed, A. A. (2020). Improvement of EPDM Properties Using Nanofiller Derived from Biogenic Wastes. International Journal of Science and Research, Accepted 1 Dec.
  • El Mogy, S. A., Khodier, S. A., Abd El-Megeed, A. A. (2017). Effect of Thermal Ageing on Mechanical and Optical Properties of Polystyrene. 13th Arab International Conference on Polymer Science and Technology, 22-26 October, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
  • El Mogy, S. A., Lawandy, S. N. (2023). Enhancement of the Cure Behavior and Mechanical Properties of Nanoclay Reinforced NR/SBR Vulcanizates Based on Waste Tire Rubber. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials, 08927057231180493.
  • El Mogy, S. A., Lawandy, S. N. (2023). Effect of Black Sand Nanoparticles on Physical-Mechanical Properties of Butyl Rubber Compounds. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials, 36(8), 3361-3382.
  • Abdel-Hakim, A., El Mogy, S. A., Abou-Kandil, A. I. (2021). Novel Modification of Styrene Butadiene Rubber/Acrylic Rubber Blends to Improve Mechanical, Dynamic Mechanical, and Swelling Behavior for Oil Sealing Applications. Polymers and Polymer Composites, 29(9_suppl), S959-S968.
  • El-Wakil, A. E. A. A., El Mogy, S., Halim, S. F., Abdel-Hakim, A. (2022). Enhancement of Aging Resistance of EPDM Rubber by Natural Rubber-g-N (4-phenylenediamine) Maleimide as a Grafted Antioxidant. Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, 28(2), 367-378.
  • Abdel-Hakim, A., El-Wakil, A. E. A. A., El Mogy, S., Halim, S. (2021). Effect of Fiber Coating on the Mechanical Performance, Water Absorption, and Biodegradability of Sisal Fiber/Natural Rubber Composite. Polymer International, 70(9), 1356-1366.
  • Rabee, M., El Mogy, S. A., Morsy, M., Lawandy, S., Zahran, M. A. H., Moustafa, H. (2023). Biosynthesis of MgO Nanoparticles and Their Impact on the Properties of the PVA/Gelatin Nanocomposites for Smart Food Packaging Applications. ACS Applied Bio Materials.