College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences

Academic Excellence Continues: Asst. Prof. Dr. Moyaser Khalil Ibrahim Achieves New Research Milestone in Springer’s "Structural Chemistry"

May 24, 2026, 5:33 p.m.

Academic Excellence Continues: Asst. Prof.Dr. Moyaser Khalil Ibrahim Achieves New Research Milestone in Springer’s "Structural Chemistry"

Duhok, May 2026 – The College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences at the University of Duhok is proud to announce another significant scientific achievement by Asst. Prof. Dr. Moyaser Khalil Ibrahim. Building upon his recent series of successes, Dr. Ibrahim has published a groundbreaking study in the prestigious international journal, Structural Chemistry, published by Springer.

A Reputable Platform for High-Impact Science
Structural Chemistry is a highly regarded academic journal, indexed as Q2 in Web of Science and Q3 in Scopus, with a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 2.2. This latest publication, released on April 18, 2026, reinforces the University of Duhok’s standing as a leading hub for global scientific contribution and academic rigor.

Innovative Research on Isomerism and Pharmacological Leads
The study was the result of a successful international collaboration involving Prof. Dr. Shireen R. Mohammed and Dr. Haydar from the University of Zakho, alongside expert researchers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Morocco.

Key highlights of the research include:

  • Advanced Methodology: The team synthesized azobenzaldehyde isomers using a diazotization–coupling route, validating the structures through advanced spectroscopic techniques and high-level computational modeling.
  • Molecular Stability: Findings demonstrated that the para isomer exhibits significantly stronger electronic stabilization energy and enhanced polarizability compared to the ortho form.
  • Pharmacological Potential: Through molecular docking and 100 ns dynamics simulations, the study identified these molecular scaffolds as compelling leads for redox- and apoptosis-directed drug development.

Global Impact and Institutional Growth
This achievement aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), contributing essential knowledge to the pharmaceutical and chemical sectors. By consistently publishing in high-tier international journals, Dr. Ibrahim continues to elevate the University of Duhok's international ranking and its role in advancing the frontiers of structural chemistry.

Access the Research:
The scientific community can access the full study via the following link:

Reported by: Bilnd J. H. Hambi, and Sipal M. Yousif