Dr. Fares Almomani serves as a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the College of Engineering, Qatar University. He joined Qatar University in 2014 as an Associate Professor and was later promoted to Professor. He also served as the Graduate Coordinator for both the Environmental Engineering and Chemical Engineering programs, contributing to curriculum development and enhancing academic and research quality. Prior to joining Qatar University, he worked as a researcher and lecturer at the University of Ottawa and Carleton University in Canada and held academic positions at Mutah University in Jordan. He also has professional experience as a consultant engineer in water treatment.
Dr. Almomani holds a Ph.D. in Chemical and Environmental Engineering from the University of Barcelona, Spain, as well as a master’s degree from the same institution and a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on water and wastewater treatment, advanced oxidation processes, environmental biotechnology, and the use of microalgae, in addition to solar
energy applications, hydrogen production, and sustainable energy systems. His work also extends to sustainability, circular economy, and air pollution studies, where he has contributed to developing innovative solutions for environmental and engineering challenges.
Dr. Almomani has achieved significant scientific impact, with over 350 peer-reviewed journal publications and more than 170 conference papers. His work has received over 16,000 citations, with a high h-index, reflecting his leadership in water, energy, and sustainability research. He has led and managed national and international research projects with total funding exceeding USD 8 million and has established strong collaborations with industry and government sectors. His contributions have been widely recognized through his roles as an editorial board member for leading scientific journals and as a reviewer and expert for international funding agencies. He has also played a key role in supervising graduate students and building research capacity in environmental engineering and sustainable energy fields