Innovative Research Award
Akbar Khoddami — Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), Iran
Akbar Khoddami is an Iranian textile and materials engineer affiliated with Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), where he serves as Associate Professor of Textile Engineering. His research addresses sustainable surface modification of polymers and fibrous materials, functional finishing, and smart textiles. This article presents his research profile in the context of the Innovative Research Award, organised under the International Research Awards on Fiber Reinforced Polymer.
Abstract
Akbar Khoddami is an Associate Professor of Textile Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology, Iran, with a research focus on polymer and fibre surface modification, hydrophobic and functional coatings, and sustainable textile processing. His bibliographic record includes 58 Scopus-indexed documents, 1222 citations, and an h-index of 20.[1] This article summarises his research profile, representative publications, scholarly impact, and suitability for the Innovative Research Award.
Keywords
Composite materials science; fibre-reinforced polymers; polymer surface modification; textile engineering; superhydrophobic coatings; poly(lactic acid) fibres; cosmetotextiles; plasma treatment; sustainable engineering.
Introduction
Akbar Khoddami obtained his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Materials-Textile Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology and completed his Ph.D. in Material Science at the University of Manchester, United Kingdom, under the supervision of Prof. C. M. Carr. He has since held academic positions at IUT, including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and several administrative roles in research, technology, and industrial affairs. Between 2022 and 2024 he served as Visiting Professor at the University of Alberta, Canada. His publications span textile finishing, polymer surface science, nanomaterials, and sustainable processing.[1]
Research Profile
Akbar Khoddami’s research interests include dry and eco-friendly treatments as alternatives to polluting wet-chemical processes, applications of plasma, enzymes, and nanotechnology in polymers and textiles, smart and protective textiles, and health and well-being products such as cosmetic textiles. He has supervised nine Ph.D., thirty-five M.Sc., and sixty-nine B.Sc. projects, and has undertaken research and development consulting with textile manufacturers. His profile is indexed in Scopus under Author ID 6505933565.[1]
Research Contributions
His early review work examined the production, properties, environmental impact, and end-use applications of poly(lactic acid) fibres, followed by a companion review on their wet processing, dyeing, and finishing.[2][3] He later reported that alkaline hydrolysis of polyester prior to fluorocarbon coating can produce superhydrophobic fabric surfaces.[4] Subsequent work addressed cosmetotextiles, including cotton coated with nanoparticles containing vitamin E for antioxidant function.[5]
Publications
Akbar Khoddami obtained his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Materials-Textile Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology and completed his Ph.D. in Material Science at the University of Manchester, United Kingdom, under the supervision of Prof. C. M. Carr. He has since held academic positions at IUT, including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and several administrative roles in research, technology, and industrial affairs. Between 2022 and 2024 he served as Visiting Professor at the University of Alberta, Canada. His publications span textile finishing, polymer surface science, nanomaterials, and sustainable processing.[1]
Research Impact
According to Scopus, his output of 58 documents has attracted 1222 citations, corresponding to an h-index of 20.[1] His work has been presented at international conferences and symposia, and his industry collaborations have focused on translating laboratory findings into manufactured textile products. Recognition has included regional awards for research achievement and for plasma application development in industry.
Award Suitability
The Innovative Research Award under the International Research Awards on Fiber Reinforced Polymer recognises researchers whose work advances materials and polymer science. Khoddami’s sustained publication record, citation profile, and focus on polymer surface engineering, functional coatings, and eco-friendly processing are consistent with the award’s scope in composite materials science.[1][4]
Conclusion
Akbar Khoddami’s career combines academic research, doctoral and postgraduate supervision, and industrial collaboration in textile and polymer engineering. His indexed publications and citation metrics document a steady scholarly contribution, and his work on sustainable surface modification and functional materials supports his nomination for the Innovative Research Award.[1]
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Akbar Khoddami, Author ID 6505933565. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6505933565
- Avinc, O., & Khoddami, A. (2009). Overview of poly(lactic acid) (PLA) fibre: Part I: Production, properties, performance, environmental impact, and end-use applications of poly(lactic acid) fibres. Fibre Chemistry, 41(6), 391–401. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10692-010-9213-z
- Avinc, O., & Khoddami, A. (2010). Overview of poly(lactic acid) (PLA) fibre. Fibre Chemistry, 42(1), 68–78. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Akbar-Khoddami/publication/263554211
- Mazrouei-Sebdani, Z., & Khoddami, A. (2011). Alkaline hydrolysis: A facile method to manufacture superhydrophobic polyester fabric by fluorocarbon coating. Progress in Organic Coatings, 72(4), 638–646. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.porgcoat.2011.07.006
- Ghaheh, F. S., Khoddami, A., Alihosseini, F., Jing, S., Ribeiro, A., et al. (2017). Antioxidant cosmetotextiles: Cotton coating with nanoparticles containing vitamin E. Process Biochemistry, 59, 46–51. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procbio.2017.04.020