Assist. Prof. Dr. Shamsan Obaid | Physics | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Shamsan Obaid, University of Lahej, Yemen.

🌟 Dr. Shamsan Saleh Obaid is the Director General of Higher Studies and Scientific Research at the University of Lahej. With a Ph.D. in Nuclear Medical Physics from Banaras Hindu University, he has vast experience in academic leadership, research, and peer review. He has reviewed over 140 papers for top journals like Elsevier and Springer 🧪📚. Dr. Obaid actively contributes to global science through seminars, publications, and society memberships 🌐🔬.

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Shamsan Saleh Obaid began his academic journey with a profound interest in physics, culminating in a Ph.D. in Nuclear Medical Physics from Banaras Hindu University, India. His foundational training emphasized both theoretical and applied aspects of nuclear science, setting a strong base for his future in academia and research.

🧪 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Obaid launched his professional academic career in 2008 as a Lecturer at the University of Aden. Over the years, he rose through the academic ranks—Assistant Professor in 2017 and Associate Professor in 2022. He currently holds the prestigious role of Director General of Higher Studies and Scientific Research at the University of Lahej, where he leads academic development and scientific strategy.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Physics 

Dr. Obaid’s research focuses on Nuclear and Medical Physics, Radiation Simulation Software, and Scientific Publishing. He has played a pivotal role in postgraduate education, supervising numerous theses and delivering advanced courses in Nuclear Physics, Electromagnetism, and Medical Physics. His engagement in interdisciplinary research reflects in his collaborations and his contribution to educational simulation tools in radiological sciences.

🌍 Impact and Influence

An active academic contributor, Dr. Obaid has reviewed over 140 research papers for prominent journals including Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, and the American Chemical Society, earning multiple certificates for excellence in peer review. His influence also extends to academic societies like the Arab Physical Society and the International Scientific Research Organization, promoting collaborative science across the region.

🧠 Research Skills

Dr. Obaid is highly skilled in radiological simulation, advanced instrumentation, and spectroscopic analysis. His technical expertise includes X-ray and Gamma Ray Spectroscopy, Medical Radiation Physics, and Academic Publishing Tools, enhancing both his teaching and research output.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Obaid has been consistently recognized for his academic excellence and leadership. While specific awards were not listed, his appointments and international speaking roles, along with editorial responsibilities, testify to his reputation in the academic community.

📈 Academic cites

Dr. Obaid has authored several peer-reviewed research papers indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, and Q1/Q2-ranked journals, highlighting his global scholarly impact. His work often intersects nuclear technology, materials science, and medical applications, contributing significantly to the field’s advancement.

🎤 Conferences and Seminars Participation

He has participated in and presented at numerous international and national forums:

• ICFMM-2015, India 🇮🇳

• Nucar-2017, Bhubaneswar, India

• ICMPC-2018, Hyderabad, India

• ETIPSACS-2020, Jalgaon, India

• Webinars by Arab Physical Society (2023)
  His consistent engagement in seminars fosters academic collaboration and knowledge dissemination.

📝 Reviewer Experience & Editorial Contribution

Dr. Obaid has peer-reviewed articles across disciplines in journals with high impact factors:

• Results in Physics (IF: 4.019)

• Ceramics International (IF: 3.830)

• Composites Part B (IF: 7.635)

• Scientific Reports – Nature (IF: 4.122)
  He has contributed to journals under publishers such as Elsevier, Springer, ACS, Taylor & Francis, and Nature Publishing Group, earning international acclaim for his reviewing accuracy and timeliness.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Obaid’s enduring legacy lies in his commitment to advancing nuclear medical education, mentoring future physicists, and fostering regional and international scientific collaborations. Moving forward, he aims to enhance interdisciplinary nuclear applications, expand simulation-based learning, and inspire academic excellence in emerging scholars.

Publications Top Notes

1. 📘 Radiation Physics and Chemistry
   Title: Attenuation coefficients and exposure buildup factor of some rocks for gamma ray shielding applications
   Citations: 303 | Year: 2018

2. 📘 Radiation Physics and Chemistry
   Title: Determination of gamma ray shielding parameters of rocks and concrete
   Citations: 268 | Year: 2018

3. 🔬 Journal of Alloys and Compounds
   Title: Gamma ray shielding properties of TeO₂-ZnF₂-As₂O₃-Sm₂O₃ glasses
   Citations: 180 | Year: 2018

4. 🧪 Materials Chemistry and Physics
   Title: Comparative study of gamma ray shielding competence of WO₃-TeO₂-PbO glass system…
   Citations: 178 | Year: 2018

5. 🧬 Progress in Nuclear Energy
   Title: Experimental studies and Monte Carlo simulations on gamma ray shielding…
   Citations: 170 | Year: 2020

6. 🧊 Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids
   Title: Physical, structural, optical investigation and shielding features of tungsten bismuth tellurite glasses
   Citations: 144 | Year: 2019

7. 🧾 Radiation Effects and Defects in Solids
   Title: Photon attenuation coefficients of different rock samples using MCNPX, Geant4 and experimental…
   Citations: 112 | Year: 2018

8. 🧼 Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids
   Title: Radiation shielding study of tellurite tungsten glasses with different antimony oxide…
   Citations: 104 | Year: 2018

9. 💧 Materials Today: Proceedings
   Title: Heavy metal ions removal from waste water by the natural zeolites
   Citations: 68 | Year: 2018

10. 🛡️ Chemical Physics
    Title: Shielding behaviour of Bi₂O₃–BaO–Na₂O–MgO–B₂O₃ glasses: experimental and Monte Carlo study
    Citations: 44 | Year: 2020

11. ⚛️ Digest Journal of Nanomaterials and Biostructures
    Title: Energy-absorption buildup factors and specific absorbed fractions of energy for bioactive glasses
    Citations: 13 | Year: 2018

12. 🌈 Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, India Section A
    Title: Gamma radiation studies on organic nonlinear optical materials
    Citations: 12 | Year: 2020