The Department of Chemical Engineering organized a scientific visit for faculty members and graduate students (both preparatory and research stages) to the Center for Industrial Applications Research and Materials Technology. The visit aimed to explore advanced technologies and equipment used in materials analysis and characterization, particularly in the field of advanced and nanomaterials.

The visit included a scientific tour of the Advanced and Nanomaterials Technology Division, where students were introduced to specialized laboratories and instruments used for studying material properties and analyzing their structures.

Participants were also introduced to several advanced material characterization techniques, including X-ray Diffraction (XRD), which is used to determine the crystalline structure of materials, and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), which is used to identify the chemical structure and functional groups of various materials. In addition, they were exposed to several physical tests used to evaluate material properties.

The visit also covered corrosion science laboratories, which focus on studying material behavior and resistance to corrosion in different environments—an area of great importance in industrial applications.

This visit aimed to strengthen the practical aspect of graduate education by linking theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. It also provided an opportunity to explore the advanced research capabilities available at specialized research centers, thereby supporting research activities and enhancing students’ skills in materials analysis and characterization.