Amal Ali Mana Atran

Assistant Professor

Faculty of Science and Arts
Chemistry Department

Assistant Professor in Physical Chemistry


Qualifications

Ph.D. in Chemistry (Physical Chemistry Specialization)
King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia

Master’s Degree in Chemistry
King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Experiences

Faculty Member, Chemistry Department — Najran University.
Supervisor of Graduates Unit, Chemistry Department.
Academic Advisor, Chemistry Department.

Committee Memberships
Member of multiple academic and administrative committees, including:
Graduation Ceremony Organizing Committee
Forum on Violence Against Women Organizing Committee
Activities Committee
University Grading System Monitoring Committee
Student Discipline Committee
General Examinations Committee
Exam Questions Archiving Committee

Specialties and Skills

Chemistry — Sub-specialization: Physical Chemistry (Catalysis).

Skills & Teaching Expertise
Extensive experience in teaching theoretical and practical chemistry courses, including:
Chemical Kinetics
Organic Chemistry (Lab)
General Chemistry (Lecture & Lab)
Transition Elements Chemistry
Physical Chemistry (Lab)
Electrochemistry
Surface, Colloid, and Catalysis Chemistry
Proficient in designing, monitoring, and archiving academic exams.
Active participation in academic supervision and student mentoring.
Organizing scientific conferences and events (domestically and internationally).
Presenting research papers at local and international conferences.

Training Courses

Course in True Catalysis Techniques and Industrial Applications
Workshop on Using Spectroscopic Analysis Tools and Techniques
Course in Developing University Teaching Skills
Training Program in Developing Strong Growth
Training Course in Academic Education Classrooms
Workshop on Scientific Publishing in University Journals

Scientific Research

 
Liquid Phase Hydrogenation of MIBK over M/CsPW (M=Ag, Ru, Pt and Pd)
https://doi.org/10.3390/catal9010047
 
Facial One-Pot Synthesis, Characterization, and Photocatalytic Performance of Porous Ceria
https://doi.org/10.3390/catal13020240
 
Improving the Photocatalytic Performance of Porous Ceria under Visible Light via Mn Incorporation
https://doi.org/10.3390/catal13030523
 
Introductory Chapter: Photocatalysis – Principles, Opportunities, and Applications
https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.110420
 
One-pot Auto-combustion Synthesis and Photocatalytic Performance of Cobalt Doped Porous Ceria
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijleo.2023.171495
 
Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity of Porous CeO2 via Nickel Doping for Wastewater Treatment
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-023-11554-9
 
Adsorption of Methyl Green Dye onto Different Zeolites – Kinetics and Thermodynamics
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10904-023-02984-3
 
Iron-Incorporated Porous Ceria Nanoparticles as Efficient Photocatalysts
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jre.2024.02.006
 
Photoluminescence of CeO2 Nanoparticles via Oxygen Vacancies
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijleo.2024.171818
 
Functionalization and Applications of Versatile CeO2 Nanoparticles: A Review
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2024.112359
 
Hydrogenation of Cyclohexene over Pt/Pd-Doped Porous Ceria under Solvent-Free Conditions
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA01432D
 
Effect of Ceria Morphology on CO2 Adsorption Affinity
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2024.136858
 
The Photocatalytic Performance of Iron-Doped Porous Ceria in Wastewater Treatment - 1st International Conference on Applied Environmental Sciences, King Khalid University, 2024.
 
Elimination of N-Chloropiperidine using Ni/NiO-C3N4 Under Visible Light
https://doi.org/10.3390/catal15030233

Taught Courses


General Chemistry
Surfaces and Colloids
General Chemistry 2 (Theoretical)
General Chemistry 2 (Practical)
Research Project (Theoretical)
Research Project (Practical)

الساعات المكتبية

الوصف

  8-9 9-10 10-11 11-12 12-1 1-2
الأحد
Sunday
الكيمياء العامة (100كيم-4-13) - القاعة 79  السطوح والغرويات (كيم-2-438) - القاعة B-89 ساعة إرشاد ساعة مكتبية (جودة)      
الاثنين
Monday
مشروع بحث (نظري - 422)   مشروع بحث (عملي - 423)   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   ساعة إرشاد  مشروع بحث (عملي - 423)  
الثلاثاء
Tuesday
الكيمياء العامة (100كيم-4-13) - القاعة 79   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (عملي - كيم-4-102) - معمل كيمياء فيزيائية (14)    
الأربعاء
Wednesday
 ساعة مكتبية (جودة)   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   جودة + ساعة مكتبية    
الخميس
Thursday
الكيمياء العامة (100كيم-4-13) - القاعة 79   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303   كيمياء عامة-2 (نظري - كيم-4-102) - القاعة 303    ساعة إرشاد