Meet Dr. Hafeez Yusuf Hafeez: FUDutse New Director of Research and Development

Dr. Hafeez Yusuf Hafeez has been appointed as the new Director of Research and Development at Federal University Dutse.

With a distinguished career in academia and research, Dr. Hafeez brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role.

Professional Background

Dr. Hafeez has held several key positions at Federal University Dutse, including:

• Deputy Director, Research & Development (2021-2025)
• Departmental Postgraduate Coordinator (2021-2023)
• Departmental Research and Seminar Coordinator (2020-present)
• Departmental Level 300 Coordinator (2019-2021)
• Departmental Examination Officer (2014-2015)
• Departmental Welfare Officer (2014-2015)
• Departmental Laboratory Coordinator (2013-2015)

Research Contributions

Dr. Hafeez has been instrumental in securing significant research funding, including:

• National Research Fund: Principal Investigator for a N7 million grant (2020-2024)
• Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators: Principal Investigator for a USD 70,000 grant (2021-present)
• African Research Initiative for Scientific Excellence: Principal Investigator for a EUR 220,801 grant (2022-present)
• Institutional Based Research: Principal Investigator for a N5 million grant (2023-present)

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Hafeez’s contributions to science and technology have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including:

• ROHIT VANILLA Memorial Scholar Award for Best African Researcher (2018)
• Best Presentation Award at the International Conference of Asia Oceania Chemical Society (2017)
• Scholarship Award for Best Physics Student, Bayero University Kano (2007-2010)

Professional Memberships

Dr. Hafeez is an active member of several professional bodies, including:

• Nigerian Institute of Physics (NIP)
• Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics (NAMP)
• Indian Association of Science (IAS)
• African Materials Research Society (AMRS)

Educational Qualifications

Dr. Hafeez’s academic journey includes:

• Ph.D. in Physics and Nanotechnology from SMIT Institute of Science and Technology, Chonania, India (2015-2018)
• M.Sc. in Theoretical Physics from African University of Science and Technology, Abuja, Nigeria (2014-2015)
• B.Sc. in Physics from Bayero University Kano, Nigeria (2006-2011)

Academic Responsibilities

In addition to his new role as Director of Research and Development, Dr. Hafeez serves as the Head of the Physics Department at Federal University Dutse. His previous academic positions include:

• Associate Professor (2023-present)
• Senior Lecturer (2020-2023)
• Lecturer I (2018-2020)
• Lecturer II (2015-2018)
• Assistant Lecturer (2013-2015)
• Graduate Assistant (2012-2013)

Dr. Hafeez’s extensive experience and dedication to research and education make him a valuable asset to Federal University Dutse. His leadership is expected to drive innovation and excellence in research and development at the university.

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