🎓 Education
Pritisha’s educational journey began with a General Secondary Education Certificate in the Scientific Stream from Amman, Jordan in 1982. She pursued her undergraduate studies at Karachi University, Pakistan, earning a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Applied Chemistry in 1987, followed by an M.Sc. in Applied Chemistry (Chemical Process Industries – Organic) from the same institution in 1989. Pritisha continued her academic pursuit with a Ph.D. in Industrial Chemistry (Polymer Technology) at Mosul University, Iraq, completing her doctoral dissertation on the synthesis of unsaturated poly-Schiff’s bases and their electrical conductivity in 1997, supervised by Prof. Dr. Yousif A. Shahab. Her research interests and academic achievements have contributed significantly to the fields of industrial chemistry and polymer technology.
Professional Experience
Pritisha has held various roles in academia and administration throughout her career. She currently serves as a Professor in the Scientific Basic Sciences Department at Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU), Jordan, a position she has held since August 2023. Prior to this, she was an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in different departments within the Faculty of Engineering Technology at BAU. Her administrative experience includes significant roles such as Vice-Dean for Financial & Administrative Affairs and Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs at the Faculty of Engineering Technology. Pritisha has also contributed to the university’s strategic committees and played pivotal roles in obtaining quality assurance certificates. Before her academic career, she served in administrative and teaching capacities at various educational institutions in Jordan, highlighting her dedication to both educational excellence and administrative leadership.
Research Interest
Pritisha’s research interests span a diverse range of topics within industrial and applied chemistry, with a focus on polymers, nano-composite materials, and environmental sustainability. She has authored over 55 research papers published in specialized scientific journals, covering areas such as polymers conductivity, thermoplastic polymers, material thermal heat energy, industrial water treatment, and environmental pollution. Her academic contributions also include authoring several books on topics including biochemistry, environmental management, and cosmetic chemistry. Pritisha is committed to advancing knowledge in these areas through her research, which addresses critical issues in industrial processes and environmental sustainability.
Award and Honors
Pritisha has received numerous awards and honors throughout her distinguished career. Her contributions to the field of industrial and applied chemistry, particularly in polymers and environmental sustainability, have been widely recognized. As a testament to her dedication and expertise, she has been honored with several prestigious accolades, including awards for her research publications and contributions to scientific literature. Pritisha’s commitment to excellence in both teaching and research has earned her recognition from academic institutions and professional organizations, highlighting her impact on the scientific community and her role as a leader in her field.
Research Skills
Pritisha possesses a comprehensive set of research skills that underpin her extensive contributions to industrial and applied chemistry. She is adept at polymer synthesis, industrial organic processes, and the study of polymers’ conductivity and thermoplastic polymers. Her expertise extends to materials thermal heat energy, nano-composite and reinforced materials, plastic industries and recycling, petrochemical technology, and industrial water treatment. Additionally, Pritisha is skilled in environmental management, particularly in the areas of ecology and pollution. Her proficiency in these areas is complemented by her ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and publish her findings in high-impact scientific journals. These skills enable her to tackle complex research problems and contribute valuable insights to the field.
Publications
- Cascade computational model for prediction impact of transient depth change on combustion parameters of certain timber species under continuous heating rate
- Authors: Olimat, A.N., Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Quran, O., Al-Najdawi, N., Al-Qa, Z.A.
- Journal: International Journal of Thermofluids
- Year: 2024
- Novel methods for optimizing CNC aluminum alloy machining parameters in polymer mold cavities
- Authors: Ikhries, I.I., Al-Shawabkeh, A.F.
- Journal: International Journal of Lightweight Materials and Manufacture
- Year: 2024
- Probing the structure of divalent impurity cations doped ceria nanocubes for photocatalytic activity
- Authors: Ahmad, Z., Arshad, M.S., Arfan, M., Raza, R., Al-Shawabkeh, A.F.
- Journal: Ceramics International
- Year: 2024
- Durability and sustainability of polyethylene terephthalate water bottles using computer aided design/computer aided engineering elements
- Authors: Ikhries, I.I., Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Al-Adwan, I.M., Al-Najdawi, N.A.
- Journal: Progress in Rubber, Plastics and Recycling Technology
- Year: 2024
- Thermodynamic characteristics of the aliphatic polyamide crystal structures: Enhancement of nylon 66α, 610α and 77γ polymers
- Authors: Al-Shawabkeh, A.F.
- Journal: Heliyon
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 1
- High purity oxygen production by pressure vacuum swing adsorption using natural zeolite
- Authors: Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Al-Najdawi, N., Olimat, A.N.
- Journal: Results in Engineering
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 5
- Effect of non-annealed and annealed ZnO on the optical properties of PVC/ZnO nanocomposite films
- Authors: Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Elimat, Z.M., Abushgair, K.N.
- Journal: Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 42
- Experimental study and computational approach prediction on thermal performance of eutectic salt inside a latent heat storage prototype
- Authors: Olimat, A.N., Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Al-Qadi, Z.A., Al-Najdawi, N.A., Al-Salaymeh, A.
- Journal: Thermal Science and Engineering Progress
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 4
- Forecasting the influence of the guided flame on the combustibility of timber species using artificial intelligence
- Authors: Olimat, A.N., Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Al-Qadi, Z.A., Al-Najdawi, N.A.
- Journal: Case Studies in Thermal Engineering
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 5
- Using recycled plastic waste to improve the performance of hot-mix asphalt
- Authors: Al-Shawabkeh, A.F., Awwad, M.T., Al-Rousan, T.M.
- Journal: Proceedings of Institution of Civil Engineers: Waste and Resource Management
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 5