South Valley University| Egypt
Khaled Ali is an accomplished nuclear physicist and academic with a wealth of experience in both research and education. He obtained his PhD in Nuclear Physics from the Institute of Advanced Energy at Kyoto University, Japan in 2022. With a focus on radiation physics, nuclear imaging technologies, and health physics, Khaled has become a leading researcher in his field. He has been a Lecturer and Researcher at the Faculty of Science, South Valley University, Egypt, since 2008, where he teaches, mentors, and supervises students at various academic levels.
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📘 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Ali’s academic journey began at South Valley University, Egypt, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physics (2007) with Excellent with Honor status, ranking first in his class. He continued his studies at the same institution with a Diploma in Nuclear and Radiation Physics (2010), again graduating as the top student. In 2014, he completed a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Radiation Physics, laying the groundwork for his later research in environmental and medical radiation physics.
👨🔬 Professional Endeavors
Since 2008, Dr. Ali has held a long-standing academic position at South Valley University. His responsibilities span teaching undergraduate and postgraduate physics courses, supervising MSc and PhD theses, and engaging in cutting-edge experimental research. He has also been a visiting researcher at prestigious institutions such as Florida State University (USA) and JINR Dubna (Russia), reflecting a globally recognized career trajectory.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Ali’s research lies at the intersection of nuclear technology, environmental safety, and medical imaging. He has developed 3D isotope-selective CT imaging techniques using Nuclear Resonance Fluorescence (NRF) and laser Compton scattering, contributing to non-destructive detection of nuclear materials. His studies also address natural radionuclide contamination in water, particularly in Egypt, offering public health insights and policy relevance. These works have been published in top-tier journals like Scientific Reports, IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science, and Phys. Rev. Accel. Beams.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Dr. Ali’s research has both academic and societal impact. His work on radiological health risks in groundwater and lake systems informs environmental monitoring and water safety policy in Egypt and beyond. His NRF-CT imaging innovations are relevant for homeland security, nuclear nonproliferation, and advanced medical diagnostics. He is frequently invited to present at international conferences such as IEEE NSS/MIC and IPAC, and his research has been featured at global events including COP27.
📈 Academic Citations
Dr. Ali’s scholarly contributions are supported by an extensive publication record, with at least 9 high-impact journal papers and over 16 international conference presentations. His works are widely cited in the fields of radiation detection, environmental physics, and nuclear imaging. Metrics like h-index and total citations (not provided here) would likely reflect a solid academic footprint, given the DOIs and journal impact levels.
🧪 Research Skills
Dr. Ali is highly proficient in advanced nuclear instrumentation, gamma-ray imaging, NRF methods, and neutron activation analysis. He excels in both experimental design and data interpretation, with strong collaborative work in multinational research teams. His technical proficiency spans radioisotope quantification, radiation safety modeling, and simulation-based visualization techniques.
📚 Teaching Experience
With over 15 years of academic teaching, Dr. Ali has instructed a wide range of physics courses at the undergraduate level and specialized nuclear physics modules at the postgraduate level. His role in supervising graduate theses underlines his ability to mentor emerging scientists and support research-led education.
🏆 Awards and Honors
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Best Student Award in both BSc (2007) and Diploma (2010) programs
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MEXT PhD Scholarship, Government of Japan (2018)
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Scientific Research Travel Fellowships to Russia (2011) and USA (2012)
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Multiple Best Presentation Awards at national and international conferences, including COP27 (2022) and Basic Sciences and Sustainable Development Conference (2023)
🧭 Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Khaled Ali is poised to leave a lasting legacy in the realm of radiation physics and nuclear imaging. His contributions not only strengthen academic understanding but also offer practical solutions to global challenges in environmental safety and non-invasive inspection technologies. Looking forward, his continued work on fused imaging systems and isotope detection is expected to influence next-generation diagnostic tools, nuclear safety systems, and public health frameworks across the globe.
Publications Top Notes
Radiological Risks in Nasser Lake Water and their Health and Environmental Implications
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Authors: Khaled Ali, Ahmed Abu-Taleb, Abd El-Baset Abbady, Shaban Harb
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Journal: Scientific Reports
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Year: 2025
Generation of flat-laser Compton scattering
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Authors: Hideaki Ohgaki, Khaled Ali, Toshiteru Kii, Heishun Zen, Takehito Hayakawa, Toshiyuki Shizuma, Masaki Fujimoto, Yoshitaka Taira
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Journal: Physical Review Accelerators and Beams, Vol. 26, No. 9, p. 093402
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Year: 2023
Fusion Visualization Technique to Improve a Three-Dimensional Isotope-Selective CT Image Based on Nuclear Resonance Fluorescence with a Gamma-CT Image
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Authors: Khaled Ali, Heishun Zen, Hideaki Ohgaki, Toshiteru Kii, Takehito Hayakawa, Toshiyuki Shizuma, Masaki Fujimoto, Yoshitaka Taira, Masahiro Katoh, Hiroyuki Toyokawa
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Journal: Applied Sciences, Vol. 11, Article 11866
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Year: 2021
Three-Dimensional Nondestructive Isotope-Selective Tomographic Imaging of 208Pb Distribution via Nuclear Resonance Fluorescence
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Authors: Khaled Ali, Hideaki Ohgaki, Heishun Zen, Toshiteru Kii, Takehito Hayakawa, Toshiyuki Shizuma, Hiroyuki Toyokawa, Yoshitaka Taira, Masaki Fujimoto, Masahiro Katoh
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Journal: Applied Sciences, Vol. 11, No. 8, p. 3415
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Year: 2021
Natural radionuclides in groundwater from Qena governorate, Egypt
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Authors: Khaled Salahel Din, Khaled Ali, Shaban Harb, Abdel Baset Abbady
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Journal: Environmental Forensics, Vol. 22, No. 1–2, pp. 48–55
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Year: 2020