Dr Rafie Shaharudin is a Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in computational simulation and multi-scale modelling. He earned his PhD in Multi-Scale Modelling of Graphene Oxide Membrane Swelling in Humid Environments and Liquids (2024) and his MENg in Chemical Engineering (2018), both from The University of Manchester. His skills include molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo methods, density functional theory (DFT), and Python programming. His notable achievements include winning the Best Poster Presentation at the CCP5 2022 International Conference in Huddersfield. He has published multiple papers, such as "The role of surface ionisation in the hydration-induced swelling of graphene oxide membranes" and "Decoding the Interplay between Topology and Surface Charge in Graphene Oxide Membranes During Humidity Induced Swelling". Dr Rafie’s doctoral research focused on the swelling behaviour of graphene oxide membranes in humid environments and liquids, involving advanced computational simulations to understand and predict structural and functional changes of the membranes under varying conditions. This work contributed valuable insights into the material's applications in filtration and separation technologies.
The Research & Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC-2D) hosted by Khalifa University of Science and Technology is part of a strategic investment by the Government of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to advance the scientific development and commercial deployment of technologies derived from graphene and other 2D materials. RIC-2D will serve as an integral part of an advanced materials innovation ecosystem being developed in Abu Dhabi.
Graphene is the strongest man-made material on earth and, among its many amazing properties, is also extremely flexible and conduction. Graphene, however, is just one of many possible 2-dimensional materials poised to transform a broad range of consumer and industrial applications in the decades to come.
Established in 2022, Research & Innovation Center for Graphene & 2D Materials will host a range of activities to support both research and technology advancement of graphene and other enhanced 2D materials in the region.
