Mohammed Benali Kanoun

Title: Innovations of Mohammed Benali Kanoun in Nanocomposite Technology

Introduction

Mohammed Benali Kanoun is an accomplished inventor based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He has made significant contributions to the field of nanocomposite technology, particularly in the development of chitosan-doped strontium oxide nanocomposites. His innovative work has led to the filing of two patents that focus on bactericidal applications and water purification.

Latest Patents

Kanoun's latest patents include a method and process to make chitosan-doped strontium oxide nanocomposite for bactericidal applications. This patent describes the synthesis of strontium oxide (SrO) nanoparticles combined with various concentrations of chitosan (CS) via a co-precipitation method. A variety of characterization techniques were employed to qualify the nanocomposite. X-ray powder diffraction confirmed the cubic and tetragonal structures of SrO nanoparticles and CS-doped SrO nanocomposites, noting a decrease in crystallinity upon doping. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy validated the presence of functional groups on the surfaces of CS/SrO. Additionally, UV-Visible and Photoluminescence spectroscopy indicated an increase in band gap energies with higher doping concentrations. The elemental composition of the CS-doped SrO nanocomposite was analyzed using Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy, revealing that the addition of chitosan resulted in the formation of rod-like structures that enhanced catalytic activity during the degradation of methylene blue and ciprofloxacin in the presence of sodium borohydride at various pH levels.

Another significant patent by Kanoun focuses on the method and process to make chitosan-doped strontium oxide nanocomposite for water purification. Similar to his previous patent, this work also utilized the co-precipitation method for synthesizing SrO nanoparticles and CS-doped SrO nanocomposites. The characterization techniques and findings were consistent with those of his bactericidal application patent, showcasing the versatility and effectiveness of the nanocomposite in various applications.

Career Highlights

Kanoun is currently affiliated with Alfaisal University, where he continues to advance his research in nanotechnology. His work has garnered attention for its potential applications in both medical and environmental fields.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Souraya Goumri-Said and Salamat Ali, who have contributed