During the ceremony, the Dean expressed his sincere appreciation and respect for the valuable scientific efforts made by Dr. Sami Kazem Hassan throughout his career at the university and particularly at the College of Biotechnologies, highlighting his dedication and commitment during his tenure at the college.

The ceremony was attended by the heads of academic departments and faculty members, and Dr. Sami Kazem Hassan was awarded a letter of appreciation in recognition and acknowledgment of his efforts and scientific contributions to the college.

Dr. Sami Kazem Hassan held several administrative positions, including:

•Rapporteur of the Department of Chemistry, College of Education, University of Al-Qadisiyah, in 1997.

•Head of the Department of Chemistry, College of Education, University of Al-Qadisiyah, in 1999.

•Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, College of Education, University of Al-Qadisiyah, in 2002.

He obtained his PhD from Utah State University, Logan – USA, in Agriculture and Applied Sciences.

Dr. Sami Kazem Hassan has a rich scientific record, including numerous research studies such as:

1.Study on the Effect of Microwave Heating on Phospholipids of Field Pistachio (1998).

2.Environmental Pollution Study of the Tigris River in Al-Kut City.

3.Biological Impact of Industrial Waste from Textile and Rubber Factories on the Water Quality of the Al-Diwaniyah River (1999).

4.Effect of Al-Diwaniyah Dairy Factory on Water Pollution (2000).

5.Impact of Heavy and Industrial Waters of Al-Samawah City on Water Pollution in the Euphrates River (2002).

6.Effect of Different Thermal Treatments on Tocopherols of Field Pistachio (2002).

7.Effect of Different Thermal Treatments on Sterols of Field Pistachio (2004).

8.Physical and Chemical Evaluation Study of Groundwater in the Middle Euphrates Region (2004).

9.Determination of Physical and Chemical Properties of Drinking Water in Al-Kut City (2005).

10.Environmental Pollution Study of the Tigris River from Source to Mouth (2006).

11.Hardness and Microstructure of High-Protein Feeding Molds Made from Whey Protein Isolate or Milk Protein Concentrate (2016).

12.Physical and Chemical Evaluation Study of Water Pollution in the Al-Diwaniyah River (2019).

13.Effect of Quantity and Quality of Proteins and Natural Sugars on the Hardness and Color of High-Protein Feeding Bars during Storage (2020).

14.Hardness, Color, Microstructure, and Water State in High-Protein Feeding Bars Affected by Bar Composition and Storage Temperature (2018).

15.Presentation: Hardness and Microstructure of High-Protein Feeding Molds Made from Whey Protein Isolate or Milk Protein Concentrate (2016).

16.Physical and Chemical Assessment and Efficiency of the Water Purification Plant in Hilla.

Dr. Sami Kazem Hassan has a distinguished scientific history filled with significant achievements.