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Professor Mosab Kaseem (Dept. of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials) Publishes Consecutive Papers in World-Renowned Academic Journals
오세혁
2026-04-17
Professor Mosab Kaseem from the Department of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials has recently published a series of research papers on advanced functional materials in world-renowned academic journals. His work focuses on addressing global challenges, such as cancer treatment and carbon neutrality.
The academic significance of this research is evidenced by the publication of four papers—two in each of the highly competitive journals: Coordination Chemistry Reviews and Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials—representing the fields of chemistry and materials science.
Innovation in Bio and Energy Sectors
The two studies published in Coordination Chemistry Reviews focus on innovative designs for biotechnology and energy applications:
Targeted Cancer Therapy: The paper titled "Coordination-driven design of molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) architectures integrated with metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) for cancer therapy" establishes a foundation for developing selective drug delivery systems by combining MIPs and MOFs.
Carbon Neutrality: The study titled "Porphyrinic metal–organic frameworks (PMOFs) as catalysts in CO₂–epoxide coupling toward cyclic carbonate synthesis: Recent advances and future perspectives" highlights the potential of PMOFs to convert greenhouse gases into valuable chemicals, providing a specific direction for carbon-neutral technologies.
Environmental Purification and Renewable Energy
The remaining two studies, published in Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials, cover achievements in environmental and renewable energy sectors:
Water Purification: In "Recent advances in photocatalytic membranes modified by quantum dots-based heterostructures: A comprehensive review," Professor Kaseem provides an in-depth analysis of how quantum dot-based heterostructures maximize the decomposition of pollutants in next-generation photocatalytic membranes.
Enhanced Photocatalytic Performance: The paper "Ti₃C₂-MXene quantum dot/Fe-MOF heterostructure with enhanced visible-light photocatalytic performance" introduces a new hybrid nanostructure that improves efficiency under visible light, securing a technical basis for practical applications in environmental remediation and renewable energy systems.
"I am honored to contribute to the advancement of Korean science and education through these achievements," said Professor Mosab Kaseem. "I will continue to devote myself to researching advanced materials that can improve the quality of human life."
Reporting by: Publicity Correspondent Byeong-chan Kim (byeongchan1017@naver.com)