PHD at FSDM, Fez, Morocco
Issam Derkaoui, a PhD holder in Materials Science and Industrial Processes, specializes in the experimental development of nanocomposites with graphene derivatives and metal oxides. His research, spanning from synthesis to characterization, aims to advance nanotechnologies. Additionally, he employs first-principles calculations like DFT to model metal oxides and perovskites. With extensive post-doctoral and teaching experience, Issam has honed skills in materials characterization and synthesis methods. He has contributed to numerous publications and presented at international conferences. As a reviewer and organizer, Issam actively engages in the academic community, fostering advancements in materials science and computational physics.
Professional Profiles:
EDUCATION
Temporary Post-Doctoral Researcher Solid State Physics Laboratory, FSDM, Fez, Morocco July 2018 – 2022 Experimental: Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials and nanocomposites. Theoretical: Validation of experimental results using DFT calculations. Permanent Teacher of Physics Preparatory classes for engineering schools, Ibn Ghazi, Meknes, Morocco 2015 – 2019 Training in Materials Characterization Techniques National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP), Bucharest, Romania X-ray diffractometer, Raman Spectroscopy, Spectroscopic Ellipsometry Training in Material Synthesis Methods National Institute of Materials Physics (NIMP), Bucharest, Romania Magnetron Sputtering Method, Hydrothermal Method, Pyrolysis Spray Technique Vacancy for the Training: Methodology of Writing a Final Project Laboratory of Theoretical and Applied Physics, FSDM, Fez, Morocco
RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS
Associate Professor: University of Dschang, Cameroon (2019 – Present) Lecturer and Visiting Lecturer: Various institutions in Cameroon (2012 – 2019) Visiting Lecturer: National Polytechnic Bambui, Cameroon (2008 – 2009) Visiting Lecturer: Intitut Privé Polyvalent la Reforme, Cameroon (2007 – 2008)
SOFTWARE SKILLS
CASTEP Materials Studio Movavi OriginLab PVSyst PVGIS PowerPoint Quantum Espresso Python
RESEARCH AREA EXPERIENCE
Issam Derkaoui’s research interests lie in both experimental and theoretical aspects of materials science, with a focus on: Hydrothermal Synthesis Chemical synthesis methods Metal oxides (VxOy, WOx, ZnO, etc.) Graphene (GO, rGO) Nanostructures Nanocomposites Structural properties Optoelectronic properties
Research Focus:
Based on the provided publications, Issam Derkaoui’s research primarily focuses on the structural, electronic, and optical properties of various materials, including ZnO nanowires, graphene nanohybrids, and metal oxides. His investigations span experimental and theoretical approaches, employing techniques such as first-principles calculations and experimental characterization methods. Derkaoui’s work contributes to advancing our understanding of nanocomposites, thin films, and semiconductor materials, with applications ranging from optoelectronic devices to photodetectors. Overall, his research interests lie at the intersection of materials science, nanotechnology, and computational physics, aiming to drive innovations in diverse technological domains.
Publications
- Optimization of the luminescence and structural properties of Er-doped ZnO nanostructures: effect of dopant concentration and excitation wavelength, cited by: 21, Publication date: 2022.
- Improved first-principles electronic band structure for cubic (Pm3m) and tetragonal (P4mm, P4/mmm) phases of BaTiO3 using the Hubbard U correction, Publication date: 2023.
- Overview of the Structural, Electronic and Optical Properties of the Cubic and Tetragonal Phases of PbTiO3 by Applying Hubbard Potential Correction, Publication date: 2023.
- Thermionic Emission of Atomic Layer Deposited MoO3/Si UV Photodetectors, Publication date: 2023.
- Effect of strontium (Sr) doping on the structural, electronic and optical properties of ZnO, by first-principles calculations, Publication date: 2023.
- Reduced graphene oxide-functionalized zinc oxide nanorods as promising nanocomposites for white light emitting diodes and reliable UV photodetection devices, Publication date: 2023.
- Impact of thickness on optoelectronic properties of α-MoO3 film photodetectors: Integrating first-principles calculations with experimental analysis, Publication date: 2023.
- Self-Powered UV Photodetector Utilizing Plasmonic Hot Carriers in 2D α-MoO3/Ir/Si Schottky Heterojunction Devices, Publication date: 2023.
- Investigation of structural and optical properties of Mg doped ZnS thin films prepared by Mist-CVD technique: Experimental and theoretical aspects, Publication date: 2024.
- The interface structural, electronic and optical properties of ZnO nanowires/Graphene nanohybrid (ZnO NWs/G): Experimental and theoretical DFT investigations, Publication date: 2024.
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