Our Team

Dr. Tahar Ayadat

Dr. Tahar Ayadat

Center Director

Responsibilities

Strategic leadership and planning
Budget and resource management
Industry and international collaboration
Reporting to PMU administration

Dr. Paul Awoyera

Dr. Paul Awoyera

Deputy Director

Responsibilities

Coordinate research programs and outputs
Oversee publications, patents, and projects
Support research collaboration and innovation

Dr. Andi Asiz

Dr. Andi Asiz

Dr. Mohammad Khasawneh

Dr. Mohammad Khasawneh

Dr. Ahmad Baroutaji

Dr. Ahmad Baroutaji

Dr. Ratna Sunil Buradagunta

Dr. Ratna Sunil Buradagunta

Dr. Sardar Muhammad Bilal

Dr. Sardar Muhammad Bilal

Responsibilities

Manage research projects
Supervise students and researchers
Support laboratory and testing activities
Contribute to publications and innovation

Dr. Danish Ahmed

Dr. Danish Ahmed

Dr. Mohd Nayeemuddin

Dr. Mohd Nayeemuddin

Engr. Samar Dernayka

Engr. Samar Dernayka

Responsibilities

Supporting experimental research and advanced laboratory activities across all SIM Center research areas.
Assisting in the operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment and instruments.
Providing technical support for material testing, sample preparation, and data collection.
Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols, quality standards, and operational procedures.
Supporting researchers, faculty, and students in conducting experiments and achieving research objectives.
Contributing to the continuous improvement of laboratory capabilities and services.