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Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

Osama Shekhah

This inventor holds 27 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Metal-Organic Frameworks. Top assignees: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, University of South Florida. Active years: 2017-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Osama Shekhah. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/osama-shekhah

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 27 

% Patents Active = 77.8

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 70(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal26 out of 732 
 
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 1,990 
 
University of South Florida
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2017-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Metal-Organic Frameworks
Gas Sensors
CO2 Capture
Separation Processes
Thin Film Membranes
Electrode Material
Layer-by-Layer Coating
Redox-Active Centers
Zeolite-like Structures
Polyvinylpyrrolidone
CO Removal
Green Methods
27 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12752231 - Portable breathing air filtering device and method (2026-10-06),
2. 12505962 - Conductive two-dimensional (2D) covalent organic frameworks (COFS) and method of making an electrode material (2025-12-23),
3. 12017186 - Use of polyvinylpyrrolidone in the preparation of ana-ZMOF thin film membranes for separation processes (2024-06-25),
4. 11819795 - Trace and low concentration COremoval methods and apparatus utilizing metal organic frameworks (2023-11-21),
5. 11623203 - Fabrication of metal organic framework materials using a layer-by-layer spin coating approach (2023-04-11),
6. 11491459 - Zeolite-like metal-organic frameworks with ana topology (2022-11-08),
7. 11439944 - [object Object] (2022-09-13),
8. 11077423 - Highly stable [MaMbF6-n(O/H2O)n(Ligand)2(solvent)x]n metal organic frameworks (2021-08-03),
9. 11066435 - Green methods for preparing highly CO2 selective and H2S tolerant metal organic frameworks (2021-07-20),
10. 10903019 - Compositions and methods of making metal-organic frameworks with redox-active centers (2021-01-26),
11. 10864479 - Zeolite-like metal-organic framework membrane (2020-12-15),
12. 10830722 - Gas sensors and methods of detecting gas (2020-11-10),
13. 10765989 - Trace and low concentration COremoval methods and apparatus utilizing metal organic frameworks (2020-09-08),
14. 10759724 - Zeolite-like metal-organic frameworks with ana topology (2020-09-01),
15. 10744482 - Highly stable [MaMbF6-n(O/H2O)n(ligand)2(solvent)x]n metal organic frameworks (2020-08-18),

Title: **Osama Shekhah: Innovator in Metal-Organic Frameworks and Separation Technologies**

Introduction

Osama Shekhah, based in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, has made significant contributions to the field of material science and separation technologies. With a remarkable portfolio of 25 patents, Shekhah focuses on innovations that leverage metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to solve complex problems in gas separation and filtration.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a patent titled "Use of polyvinylpyrrolidone in the preparation of ana-ZMOF thin film membranes for separation processes." This patent describes methods for fabricating a zeolite-like metal-organic framework with an ana-topology, resulting in defect-free thin films suitable for separating various chemical species. Another notable patent is related to "Trace and low concentration CO removal methods and apparatus utilizing metal-organic frameworks." This patent outlines a device for effective carbon monoxide removal, integrating a gas flow system with a SIFSIX-3-Cu metal-organic framework to enhance sorption and desorption processes. Additionally, it features an anesthetic system and an alkaline fuel cell that uses similar MOF compositions.

Career Highlights

Shekhah's professional journey includes significant tenures at prestigious institutions such as King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and the University of South Florida. His research has focused extensively on the application of MOFs in various chemical processes, establishing him as a leading figure in this innovative field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Osama Shekhah has collaborated with esteemed colleagues like Mohamed Eddaoudi and Youssef Belmabkhout. These partnerships have further propelled advancements in the understanding and application of metal-organic frameworks in diverse industrial applications.

Conclusion

Osama Shekhah stands out as a pioneering inventor whose work has brought forth critical advancements in separation processes and environmental technology. His extensive patent portfolio and collaborative spirit continue to inspire innovations that have the potential to transform various industries.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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