Publication Profile
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Educational Details
Dr. Baraa Hassan Latief earned her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Baghdad, College of Sciences, in 2019. Her doctoral research focused on the synthesis and characterization of new cyclic imides bearing various five- and six-membered heterocycles and their biological activities. She completed her Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry from the University of Tikrit in 2013, where she investigated addition reactions to Schiff bases and prepared new thiourea compounds. Dr. Latief holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Diyala, College of Sciences, awarded in 2008.
Professional Experience
Dr. Latief is currently a Lecturer of Organic Chemistry at the College of Dentistry, University of Diyala. Since 2008, she has held various academic positions across institutions such as the College of Al-Razi Education, the College of Veterinary Medicine, the College of Medicine, and Bilad Al-Rafidan University College. Dr. Latief has taught diverse subjects, including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and pharmaceutical analysis, catering to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she has actively contributed to institutional committees, including serving as a member of the Scientific Committee, Examination Committee, and Quality Assurance and Academic Performance Committee. Her administrative leadership includes being Chairman of the Quality Assurance Committee in 2022 and serving as a member of the Accreditation Committee at the College of Medicine.
Research Interest
Dr. Latief’s research interests lie in organic synthesis, heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and materials chemistry. Her work focuses on the design, synthesis, and characterization of novel organic compounds, exploring their biological activities (antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anticorrosion properties), and investigating their potential applications in pharmaceutical and industrial fields.
Author Metrics
- Total Publications: 8+ research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Research Domains: Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Corrosion Inhibition, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
- Conference Participation: Regular participant and lecturer in scientific workshops and symposia on chemical safety, molecular docking, and drug design.
Publication Top Notes
- “Antimicrobial activity, design, and synthesis of a novel trimethoprim derivative”
- Author: Latief, B.H.
- Journal: Journal of the Indian Chemical Society
- Year: 2025
- Volume: 102(1)
- Article ID: 101535
- Citations: 0
- “Improvement Biological Activity of Tetracycline Drug”
- Authors: Latief, B.H., Ali, E.S., Hamazah, B.F., Huseeni, M.D., Al-Humairi, A.H.
- Journal: Pharmaceutical Chemistry Journal
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 58(7)
- Pages: 1120–1126
- Citations: 0
- “Investigation of Corrosion Inhibition of Carbon Steel by Using Natural Iraqi Plum Tree Gum in a Saline Medium”
- Authors: Husseini, M., Latief, B.H., Khudhair, N.A., Huseeni, M.D., Al-Saadi, F.A.
- Journal: Iraqi Journal of Science
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 65(10)
- Pages: 5349–5356
- Citations: 0
- Open Access
- “Antibacterial and Anticorrosion Activity Evaluation of New Polymaleimide Derived from Chalcone Derivative”
- Authors: Latief, B.H., Ismail, R.H., Hamzah, B.F., Husseini, M.D., Khudhair, N.A.
- Journal: Journal of Medicinal and Chemical Sciences
- Year: 2023
- Volume: 6(4)
- Pages: 755–763
- Citations: 3
- Open Access
- “Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity Screening of New Cyclic Imides Comprising Antipyrine and Oxazole Cycles”
- Authors: Latief, B.H., Al-Azzawi, A.M.
- Journal: Biochemical and Cellular Archives
- Year: 2019
- Volume: 19(2)
- Pages: 4419–4424
- Citations: 3
- “Synthesis of New Cyclic Imides Comprising Antipyrine and Thiazole Cycles”
- Authors: Latief, B.H., Al-Azzawi, A.M.
- Journal: Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research
- Year: 2018
- Volume: 10(12)
- Pages: 3047–3051
- Citations: 5
Conclusion
Dr. Baraa Hassan Latief is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her impressive contributions to organic and medicinal chemistry. Her ability to synthesize novel compounds and explore their industrial and pharmaceutical applications sets her apart. Additionally, her teaching, leadership in academic committees, and conference participation reflect a well-rounded academic profile.
To enhance her candidacy for future awards, Dr. Latief could focus on increasing the global impact of her research through higher citation metrics, international collaborations, and more publications in high-impact journals. Nonetheless, her achievements thus far establish her as a strong contender deserving recognition for her dedication to advancing science and education.