Assist. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Amin Murad | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award
University of Duhok, Iraq
Dr. Muhammad Amin Sadiq Murad is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the College of Science, University of Duhok in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. With a strong foundation in applied mathematics and computational modeling, he has made significant strides in research areas such as optical solitons, fractional differential equations, and fluid dynamics. Dr. Murad is known for his remarkable research productivity, having authored or co-authored more than 35 peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals. His interdisciplinary approach bridges the gap between mathematical theory and practical application in physics, engineering, and finance. A dedicated academic, he has been actively involved in teaching undergraduate courses, supervising academic activities, and contributing to institutional development. Dr. Murad combines academic excellence with international exposure, having earned distinctions throughout his educational career, including a Master’s degree from Swansea University in the UK. His work with collaborators from diverse global institutions highlights his strong international academic presence. His career reflects a blend of innovative research, effective teaching, and professional service, positioning him as a respected figure in the fields of applied mathematics and mathematical physics. His contributions continue to inspire emerging researchers in the region and beyond.
Professional Profile
Education
Dr. Murad’s educational journey reflects a consistent pursuit of academic excellence. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Pure and Applied Mathematics from Salahaddin University-Erbil between 2005 and 2009, graduating top of his class. He went on to earn his Master of Science in Mathematics and Computing in Finance from Swansea University, United Kingdom, in 2014, graduating with distinction. His master’s thesis focused on “Pure Jump Lévy Process of Asset Price,” highlighting his early interest in stochastic modeling and financial mathematics. He later pursued a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics at the University of Duhok, which he completed in 2023 with distinction. His doctoral work further deepened his expertise in applied and computational mathematics, especially in the areas of nonlinear differential equations and mathematical modeling. Throughout his academic training, he undertook advanced courses in statistics, numerical methods, financial mathematics, and programming. He also developed a strong command of scientific software such as MATLAB, which he integrates into his teaching and research. Dr. Murad’s educational background has laid a robust theoretical and practical foundation that supports his interdisciplinary research endeavors in applied mathematics, making him an asset to both academic and scientific communities.
Professional Experience
Dr. Murad brings over 15 years of rich academic and professional experience to the field of mathematics. He began his teaching career in 2009 at Salahaddin University’s College of Education, and since then, he has held multiple academic positions across leading institutions in the Kurdistan Region. Since 2014, he has served as an Assistant Lecturer and then Assistant Professor at the University of Duhok, where he continues to teach undergraduate courses and mentor students in applied mathematics. He has also contributed significantly to Cihan University Duhok, particularly within the Department of Financial and Banking Sciences. Beyond teaching, he has taken on several administrative and academic service roles, including membership on examination committees and serving as a college staff representative. His academic responsibilities span a broad range of subjects, including probability and statistics, numerical analysis, financial mathematics, and MATLAB programming. Dr. Murad’s professional engagements emphasize his commitment to high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and research collaboration. His multifaceted career reflects not only his expertise in mathematics but also his dedication to advancing educational standards and nurturing academic excellence within the region’s higher education system.
Research Interests
Dr. Muhammad Amin Sadiq Murad’s research interests lie at the intersection of applied mathematics, computational modeling, and mathematical physics. He specializes in the study of nonlinear differential equations, fractional calculus, and soliton theory, with particular emphasis on their applications in fluid dynamics and optical communication systems. His recent focus on time-fractional Schrödinger, Fokas, and Ginzburg–Landau equations has produced valuable insights into the behavior of optical solitons in monomode and dual-core fiber optics. Additionally, Dr. Murad explores heat and mass transfer problems involving non-Newtonian fluids and employs numerical techniques such as the Kudryashov method and integral transforms to derive analytical and semi-analytical solutions. He also has a background in financial mathematics, particularly in asset pricing models using Lévy processes. His body of work demonstrates a commitment to producing practical solutions for complex physical and engineering systems. By collaborating with international researchers, Dr. Murad has expanded the applicability and reach of his research. He aims to continue bridging theory and application, particularly in the development of mathematical tools for real-world systems involving wave propagation, electromagnetic fields, and heat flow, making him a leader in computational applied mathematics in the region.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Muhammad Amin Sadiq Murad has received numerous recognitions throughout his academic and research career, reflecting his outstanding contributions to the mathematical sciences. He graduated with distinction at every academic level, a testament to his consistent scholarly excellence. His first major academic distinction came as an undergraduate, where he ranked first in his class at Salahaddin University. His Master’s degree from Swansea University was awarded with distinction, and he received further accolades for his doctoral work, which also earned distinction at the University of Duhok. While formal awards in the form of national or international prizes are not detailed, his prolific research record and invitations to co-author high-impact journal articles are clear indicators of his standing in the academic community. His participation in international conferences, inclusion in collaborative publications with global scholars, and editorial contributions reflect his growing reputation as a leading researcher. Dr. Murad’s achievements continue to garner attention in academic circles across the Middle East and beyond. As his career progresses, he is well-positioned to earn more formal honors and research awards, especially given his groundbreaking work in nonlinear optics, fractional systems, and advanced computational mathematics.
Conclusion
Dr. Muhammad Amin Sadiq Murad demonstrates exceptional academic rigor, prolific research output, and specialization in high-impact areas of applied mathematics. His rapid post-Ph.D. productivity, international collaborations, and commitment to academic excellence make him a strong contender for a Best Researcher Award, particularly in the early to mid-career category.
Recommendation: ✅ Highly suitable, especially if the award considers publication quality, research novelty, and academic leadership.
Publications Top Notes
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Author(s): Murad, M.A.S., Ismael, H.F., Sulaıman, T.A.
Year: 2025
Title: Resonant optical soliton solutions for time-fractional nonlinear Schrödinger equation in optical fibers
Journal: Journal of Nonlinear Optical Physics and Materials
Citations: 2 -
Author(s): Murad, M.A.S., Faridi, W.A., Jhangeer, A., Arnous, A.H., Tchier, F.
Year: 2025
Title: The fractional soliton solutions and dynamical investigation for planer Hamiltonian system of Fokas model in optical fiber
Journal: AEJ – Alexandria Engineering Journal
Citations: 0 -
Author(s): Murad, M.A.S., Hamasalh, F.K., Malik, S., Arnous, A.H., Iqbal, M.
Year: 2025
Title: Analysis of soliton solutions to the nonlinear conformable Schrödinger equation in weakly non-local media using two analytic algorithms
Journal: Nonlinear Dynamics
Citations: 2 -
Author(s): Zayed, E.M., El-Shater, M., Murad, M.A.S., Ozisik, M., Arnous, A.H.
Year: 2025
Title: Investigating broadly dispersive solitons in optical couplers for metamaterials with nonlinear cubic-quintic-septic dynamics and white noise using distinct integration approaches
Journal: Physics Letters A
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Author(s): Younas, U., Sulaıman, T.A., Ismael, H.F., Murad, M.A.S.
Year: 2025
Title: On the study of interaction phenomena to the (2+1)-dimensional Korteweg-de Vries-Sawada-Kotera-Ramani equation
Journal: Modern Physics Letters B
Citations: 2 -
Author(s): Murad, M.A.S., Omar, F.M.
Year: 2025
Title: Optical solitons, dynamics of bifurcation, and chaos in the generalized integrable (2+1)-dimensional nonlinear conformable Schrödinger equations using a new Kudryashov technique
Journal: Journal of Computational and Applied Mathematics
Citations: 3