Associate Professor

Contact information: 01113322089

Office Room Number: Academic Building

Programs: Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics Engineering

Dr. Shaimaa Ali Mohamed

Biography

Dr. Shaimaa Ali Mohamed is an Associate Professor at Zewail City of Science and Technology, Egypt, and a researcher in next-generation photovoltaic technologies and organic electronic materials. She earned her B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from Ain Shams University and Cairo University, respectively and conducted her Ph.D. research at the Linz Institute for Organic Solar Cells (LIOS), Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria, under the Africa–North Exchange Program (ANEX) fellowship funded by ICTP and ANSOLE.

Dr. Shaimaa lead research on the design, fabrication, and characterization of organic and photonic devices, with particular emphasis on enhancing light harvesting, charge transport, and device efficiency. She is strongly committed to developing scalable, flexible, and high-efficiency solar energy technologies that contribute to sustainable energy solutions. She has authored numerous high-impact scientific publications and has presented her research at leading international conferences.

At Zewail City, she has taught and developed several core and postgraduate courses and established the Solar Organic Electronics Laboratory, supported by her key contributions to several international research projects, including the STDF Egypt–Italy Joint Fund Project, the Newton–Musharafa STDF Project, and the Solar Energy Alliance (ASRT).

Her scientific contributions have been recognized with multiple international honors, including the Best ANSOLE Fellow Award (2016), Best Poster and Best Oral Presentation awards at the Summer School of Energy in Arusha, Tanzania (2015), the Young Research Award in Thessaloniki, Greece (2015), the Best Oral Contribution Prize awarded by the ICTP Workshop-smr2515 (2013), and shortlisting for the L’Oréal Women in Science Egypt Young Fellow Award (2020).

Funded Projects

  • STDF Egypt–Italy Joint Fund Project
  • Newton–Musharafa STDF Institutional Links Project
  • Solar Energy Alliance (ASRT)
  • Zewail City Internal Research Fund Projects

  • Best ANSOLE Fellow Award (2016)
  • Best Poster & Best Oral Presentation Awards (2015)
  • Young Research Award (2015)
  • Best Oral Contribution Prize, ICTP Workshop-smr2515 (2013)

  • African Network for Solar Energy (ANSOLE) – National Representative
  • Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD)

Computer Engineering

This specialization focuses on advanced computing systems, embedded platforms, and secure digital infrastructures. Students gain expertise in computer architecture, operating systems, embedded systems, computer networks, cybersecurity, and intelligent computing systems.

Career Opportunities:

  • Computer Engineer
  • Embedded Systems Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Engineer
  • Software Systems Engineer
  • IoT Engineer

Communications Engineering & AI

This specialization focuses on modern communication systems and intelligent networking technologies. Students develop expertise in signal processing, communication system modeling, secure network architectures, and IoT platforms. The track also integrates artificial intelligence and data analytics to optimize communication systems and improve network performance.

Career Opportunities:

  • Telecommunications Engineer
  • Network Systems Engineer
  • Signal Processing Engineer
  • Wireless Communications Engineer
  • AI Communications Engineer
  • IoT Systems Engineer

Nanophotonics and Optical Systems

This specialization focuses on light-based technologies and their applications in communication, sensing, and advanced imaging systems. Students explore optical communication systems, fiber optics, laser technologies, and photonic sensors used in modern industries.

Career Opportunities:

  • Photonics Design Engineer
  • Optical Systems Engineer
  • Optical Communications Engineer
  • Laser Applications Engineer
  • LiDAR Systems Engineer

Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)

This specialization focuses on micro-scale systems that combine electronic and mechanical components such as sensors and actuators. Students gain both theoretical and hands-on experience in MEMS design, fabrication, and applications across industrial, medical, and smart technologies.

Students also benefit from advanced facilities, including the educational cleanroom, where they learn device fabrication processes and microfabrication techniques.

Career Opportunities:

  • MEMS Engineer
  • Sensor Design Engineer
  • Microfabrication Engineer
  • Semiconductor Process Engineer
  • Biomedical Device Engineer

Graduates may work across industries including semiconductor manufacturing, automotive, telecommunications, healthcare technologies, and aerospace.

VLSI and Integrated Circuit Design

This specialization focuses on the design and development of integrated circuits used in modern electronic systems. Students gain knowledge in digital and analog circuit design, chip architecture, and semiconductor technologies. These skills are essential for developing smart devices, artificial intelligence hardware, communication systems, and advanced computing platforms.

Career Opportunities:

  • Circuit Design Engineer
  • Physical Design Engineer
  • Verification Engineer
  • ASIC Design Engineer
  • Semiconductor Engineer
Young Learners Programs

Seasonal programs designed to build skills and spark curiosity across different age groups.

  • Ages 18–25 | 30 hours – ZC Job Readiness Program

    Focuses on employability skills including communication, professionalism, digital skills, financial awareness, and entrepreneurship.
  • Ages 7–12 & 13–15 | 5 days – Young Scientist Camp

    Hands-on scientific learning with Zewail City professors and researchers, designed to inspire early interest in science and innovation.
Language Programs

Professional language courses designed to strengthen communication in workplace environments.

  • Business English
  • Legal English
Continuing Education

AI Specialized Short Courses

10–15 hours each. Practical AI tools tailored to different professions.

  • AI Tools for Engineers (Mechanical, Architecture, Petroleum)
  • AI Tools for HR Professionals
  • AI Tools for Office Managers & Administrators
  • AI Tools for Accountants & Finance Professionals
  • AI Tools for Bankers
  • AI Tools for Teachers
  • AI Tools for Instructional Designers

Professional Diploma in Data Analysis

180 hours | Micro-credential based

A comprehensive diploma covering:

  • Statistics & Excel for Data Analysis
  • Power BI (Basic to Advanced)
  • Databases & SQL
  • Programming Concepts
  • Python for Data Analysis (Fundamentals to Advanced Applications)

Modules can be taken individually or as a complete professional diploma track.

Corporate Training

Corporate Training & Tailored Programs

Fully customized programs developed in partnership with organizations to address specific capability gaps and performance priorities.

Each program is designed following a deep assessment of organizational objectives, talent needs, and strategic goals, ensuring measurable impact and sustainable outcomes.

  • Performance Analysis
  • Talent Assessment
  • Strategic Goals
Executive Education Programs

Short, focused programs designed to build practical leadership, analytical, and business skills.

  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Business Psychology
  • HR Analytics using Excel & Power BI
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) – Part 1 (25 hours)
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) – Part 2 (25 hours)
  • Finance for Non-Finance Professionals (25 hours)