Assistant Professor | Department of Chemistry, University of Wah | Pakistan
Dr. Sana Javaid, a researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Wah, is an emerging scholar specializing in material engineering, polymer nanocomposites, encapsulation technologies, textile functionalization, and biomedical applications. She holds an advanced academic background in chemistry and materials science, supported by rigorous research training that has enabled her to contribute significantly to interdisciplinary innovation. Dr. Javaid’s work focuses on developing sustainable polymeric systems, antifouling coatings, flame-retardant nanocomposites, smart textile finishes, and nanoparticle-based drug-delivery materials. She has authored multiple high-impact publications in reputed international journals, accumulating over 222 citations, an h-index of 6, and an i10-index of 6, reflecting the growing influence and relevance of her research in global material science. Her notable works include contributions to advanced electrode materials for supercapacitors, polymeric nanoparticles for drug‐release applications, layer-by-layer antifouling textile coatings, and high-performance polystyrene-based nanocomposites. These studies address critical challenges in energy storage, healthcare, wastewater treatment, and industrial sustainability. Her collaborations span multidisciplinary teams and international co-authors, strengthening her impact across chemical engineering, textile engineering, and nanotechnology communities. Dr. Javaid has also explored emerging areas such as polymer nano-emulsions for textile finishing and sustainable flame-retardant coatings, demonstrating her commitment to environmentally responsible materials development. She has contributed book chapters and conference papers and continues to expand her scholarly footprint. Her research achievements, growing citation record, and active participation in scientific advancement have earned her recognition within academic and industrial circles. In addition to her research contributions, she supports the scientific community through peer-review and editorial engagements with journals in materials engineering and polymer science. Dr. Sana Javaid’s work stands at the intersection of chemistry, materials innovation, and societal benefit, contributing solutions that align with global needs in sustainability.
Featured Publications
1. Mehmood, A., Javaid, S., Rehman, S. U., Ahmed, N., Kanwal, S., & Baig, M. M. (2025). Exploring drug administration routes using chitosan-based polymeric nanoparticles: A comprehensive review. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology.
2. Javaid, S., Rehman, S. U., Ibrahim, A. B. M., Habib, M. A., & Ahmad, F. (2025). Layer-by-layer self-assembled dip coating: An eco-friendly approach toward multi-functional durable textile finishing. Chemical Papers.
3. Rehman, S. U., Javaid, S., Munir, S., Ahmad, F., Shahid, M., Shahzad, A., Rashid, B., Ibrahim, A. B. M., & Al-Fakeh, M. S. (2025). Incorporation of ceramic-based lyophilized sepiolite clay enhances mechanical properties and thermal stability of HDPE. Polymer Composites.
4. Baig, M. M., Khan, M. A., Gul, I. H., Rehman, S. U., Shahid, M., Javaid, S., & Baig, S. M. (2023). A review of advanced electrode materials for supercapacitors: Challenges and opportunities. Journal of Electronic Materials.
5. Rehman, S. U., Javaid, S., Shahid, M., Ahmad, N. M., Rashid, B., Szczepanski, C. R., & Shahzad, A. (2023). The synergistic effect of polystyrene/modified boron nitride composites for enhanced mechanical, thermal and conductive properties. Polymers.