Celebrating Excellence: Physics Department Faculty Promotions
The Department of Physics is proud to announce the well-deserved promotions of three distinguished faculty members, recognising their exceptional contributions to research, teaching, and service. These promotions reflect our commitment to academic excellence and the advancement of scientific knowledge.
Emeritus Professor Francis Boakye
We congratulate Professor Francis Boakye on his appointment to Emeritus status, honouring his remarkable career and lasting contributions to the field of materials science. Professor Boakye has established himself as a prominent figure in the study of thin films and their applications, making significant strides in understanding material properties and their potential uses in technology. His pioneering research has advanced our knowledge of thin film physics and opened new avenues for technological innovation.
Associate Professor Isaac Nkrumah: Promoted from Senior Lecturer to Associate Professor
Dr. Isaac Nkrumah's promotion to Associate Professor recognises his outstanding research contributions and dedicated service since joining the Department of Physics at KNUST as a Lecturer in 2009. Following his promotion to Senior Lecturer in 2014, Dr. Nkrumah has continued to excel in his multifaceted research portfolio.
Dr. Nkrumah's research interests span several critical areas of materials science and renewable energy:
- Thin Film Synthesis: Developing advanced deposition techniques for photovoltaic applications
- Zeolite Synthesis: Creating innovative materials for diverse industrial and environmental applications
- Renewable Energy: Pioneering the development of low-cost, environmentally friendly photovoltaic materials
- Water Purification: Exploring sustainable solutions through advanced material synthesis
His commitment extends beyond research to encompass teaching excellence and community service at the national level. Dr. Nkrumah actively participates in international collaborations focused on renewable energy and water purification technologies, currently developing new zeolite-based products for industrial applications.
Dr. Christiana Subaar: Promoted from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer
Dr. Christiana Subaar's promotion to Senior Lecturer acknowledges her innovative contributions at the intersection of nuclear science, medical physics, and artificial intelligence. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses critical challenges in radiation safety and medical imaging.
Dr. Subaar's academic interests encompass:
- Radiation Safety and Pathophysiology: Understanding the biological effects of radiation exposure and developing comprehensive safety protocols
- Nuclear Medicine Applications: Advancing diagnostic and treatment modalities through nuclear science principles
- Machine Learning in Medical Imaging: Developing cutting-edge ML models to optimise radiation dosages in medical imaging
Her current research focuses on integrating machine learning with nuclear physics principles to enhance medical imaging protocols. By developing sophisticated algorithms that balance diagnostic accuracy with radiation safety, Dr. Subaar's work promises to improve patient outcomes while minimising radiation exposure. Her research leverages advancements in nuclear technology to enhance image quality and establish new standards for radiation protection in healthcare settings.
These promotions reflect the Department of Physics' commitment to fostering research excellence, innovative teaching, and meaningful community engagement. We congratulate our distinguished colleagues on their achievements and look forward to their continued contributions to advancing scientific knowledge and technological innovation.
The Department of Physics continues to strengthen its position as a leader in materials science, renewable energy, and medical physics research, contributing to both local and global scientific communities.
