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In line with supporting research personnel and fostering academic excellence at Al-Mustaqbal University, researcher Ali Nael Hassan, a member of the Al-Mustaqbal Energy Research Center, successfully defended his Master's thesis at the Department of Energy Engineering, College of Engineering – University of Baghdad, on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The thesis, titled: "Design of MW PV Solar System According to the Daily Real Load Data to Reach Zero Grid Consumption in the First Governmental Building" addressed an applied and critical topic in the field of renewable energy. The research focused on simulating the installation of a solar power system exceeding 3,000 solar panels to generate 1.5 MW of power at the Presidential Palace building in the capital, Baghdad. The thesis was supervised by Prof. Dr. Oday Ibrahim Abdullah and Chief of Researchers Dr. Nasser Kareem Qasim. The examination committee comprised: Asst. Prof. Dr. Muayad Khalil Ibrahim – Chair Asst. Prof. Dr. Ammar Abdul Kadam Fathi – Member Asst. Prof. Dr. Hussain Khalaf Jubeir – Member The examination committee praised the applied significance and scientific rigor of the study, which was culminated by publishing solid research papers indexed within the Scopus database. The defense concluded with awarding the researcher a Master's Degree with Excellence. The administration of Al-Mustaqbal Energy Research Center and Al-Mustaqbal University extends its warmest congratulations to the researcher Ali Nael Hassan on this distinguished scientific achievement, wishing him continued success in his research and academic career.
In line with enhancing scientific collaboration and academic integration between Al-Mustaqbal University and Iraqi universities, Prof. Dr. Salwan Obaid Waheed, Director of the Al-Mustaqbal Energy Research Center, served as a distinguished member of the examination committee for a PhD dissertation defense presented by the student Aseel Nazim Fathi at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering – Tikrit University. The defense session was graced by high-level academic leaders, including the Dean of the College of Engineering at Tikrit University, Asst. Prof. Dr. Saad Ramadan Ahmed, the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, Prof. Dr. Raid Rashad, and the Head of the Chemical Engineering Department, Asst. Prof. Dr. Maha Nizar Ismail. The dissertation, titled "Robust Control of a Flexible Single Link Manipulator with Tip Mass," presented advanced technical developments in controlling flexible robotic arms used in aerospace and medical devices, owing to their lightweight structure and high energy efficiency. The research introduced an accurate dynamic model and effective control algorithms to overcome end-effector friction challenges and tip-mass uncertainties. The study featured an optimization framework comparing the Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA) to determine optimal controller parameters. Utilizing MATLAB numerical simulations alongside real-time implementation, the research evaluated the conventional PID controller against the advanced I-FOSMC controller. The findings demonstrated the superiority of WOA, while the I-FOSMC strategy achieved high tracking accuracy and a significant reduction in steady-state error (SSE) by 97.69% compared to traditional configurations. The doctoral examination committee comprised: Prof. Dr. Adil Mahmoud Bash – Chair Prof. Dr. Salwan Obaid Waheed (Director of Al-Mustaqbal Energy Research Center / Al-Mustaqbal University) – Member Prof. Dr. Khalaf Salloum Keid – Member Asst. Prof. Dr. Hassan Hamad Ali – Member Asst. Prof. Dr. Ali Khalid Mohammad Ali – Member Asst. Prof. Dr. Tahseen Taha Othman – Member and Co-supervisor This active engagement underscores the prominent academic presence of Al-Mustaqbal University and the Al-Mustaqbal Energy Research Center, reaffirming their ongoing commitment to advancing scientific research and fostering expertise exchange across specialized engineering disciplines.
Al-Mustaqbal University's Energy Research Center has released a comprehensive report showcasing the latest findings from its advanced environmental monitoring systems for August 26. Recorded at 11:06 AM, the data indicated that the overall US Air Quality Index stabilized at 92 AQI+, positioning the area's air quality within the "Moderate" and safe range for the general public. According to the center’s analytical readings, this environmental baseline coincided with hot summer conditions, with temperatures peaking at 44.5°C, driven by a notable drop in relative humidity to 20.0% and a barometric pressure of 997.9 mbar. Furthermore, the system’s hourly breakdown tracked the movement of particulate matter and pollutants throughout the day, revealing a natural fluctuation that peaked in the afternoon—specifically between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM—before steadily declining back to stable, safe levels during the evening and early morning hours.The continuous data stream provided by Al-Mustaqbal University’s monitoring platforms within the Energy Research Center serves a pivotal role as an integrated research and educational tool. These readings provide a precise, up-to-date database that supports academic studies on air pollution and climate change, while directly linking environmental shifts to the efficiency of renewable energy systems. Additionally, this data empowers both the academic community and local residents to anticipate health risks associated with peak pollutant fluctuations. It ultimately reinforces the center’s position as a trusted scientific reference capable of guiding sound environmental policy and delivering sustainable solutions that support public health and ecological preservation across the region.
Al-Mustaqbal Energy Research Center has highlighted a sample of its advanced meteorological data, opening its comprehensive tracking repositories to independent researchers, academic institutions, and environmental scientists worldwide. A recent baseline sample extracted from the center’s monitoring network demonstrates the system's high-precision capabilities, logging extreme temperature spikes up to 45.3°C alongside severe drops in relative humidity down to 9%, with atmospheric pressure tracking steady at 1012.4 Pa. Simultaneously, the center's specialized anemometers recorded instantaneous wind speeds of 0.0 m/s, drawing from a wider data sequence that logs maximum wind velocity peaks reaching 7.1 m/s. Beyond static metrics, the center continuously tracks complex, interactive climate variables—including precise fluctuations in dew points, heat indices, and ambient humidity cycles. This initiative stands as an extension of Al-Mustaqbal University ongoing contributions to advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fostering scientific innovation. The university’s role extends far beyond data collection; it actively utilizes its advanced infrastructure and research laboratories to develop practical solutions for contemporary environmental and climate challenges. Guided by its leading positions in global sustainability rankings, the university reinforces its commitment to building knowledge-sharing partnerships, empowering students and faculty to lead pioneering projects in renewable energy and carbon reduction for the benefit of society.
Al-Mustaqbal University’s Energy Research Center has officially expanded its environmental repositories, opening an advanced, comprehensive suite of meteorological data extracted from its digital monitoring network to independent researchers, academic institutions, and climate scientists worldwide. This initiative provides the global scientific community with a highly accurate foundation for tracking and documenting contemporary ecological shifts. The updated data samples highlight intense seasonal transitions; forecasting models and hourly breakdowns project a severe heatwave with maximum temperatures peaking at an extreme 49°C, accompanied by nighttime lows of 31°C under completely clear skies with a 0% precipitation rate. Concurrently, wind dynamics are meticulously charted, showing surface wind speeds ranging between 10 to 25 km/h alongside high-resolution logging of sudden wind gusts (Gust). In parallel, the center’s long-term cumulative charts reflect key historical transition baselines, recording an overall temperature average of 26.5°C, a dew point of 9.5°C, a heat index of 25.9°C, and a mean relative humidity of 38.9%.The ultimate importance of providing open access to these high-resolution climate datasets lies in their pivotal role as an primary catalyst for advanced scientific research across several strategic domains. For environmental scientists, these real-world metrics offer invaluable grounding for regional climate modeling, studying global warming trajectories, and mitigating the "Urban Heat Island" effect in expanding metropolitan areas. Furthermore, this data serves as a crucial asset for sustainable energy engineering; it allows researchers to evaluate and optimize the operational efficiency and thermal degradation of solar PV panels and alternative power grids operating under extreme arid heat and dropping humidity thresholds. By fostering this knowledge-sharing ecosystem, Al-Mustaqbal University reinforces its pioneering contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), empowering global academics and students to spearhead innovative, practical solutions that safeguard public health and build ecological resilience against rapid climate change.
As part of its ongoing academic and environmental commitment to advancing Sustainable Development Goals, Al-Mustaqbal University continues to reinforce its pioneering role in bridging educational outcomes with labor market demands and societal development. With direct technical support and consultation from the Al-Mustaqbal Center for Energy Research (MUCE), engineering students at the university have successfully translated theoretical knowledge and laboratory experiments into real-world field projects active in the local market. Moving beyond traditional academic boundaries, the students personally executed the complete design, wiring, and installation of modern solar power systems for both the residential and commercial sectors. These field applications featured the installation of cutting-edge sustainable energy technologies, including high-efficiency solar panel arrays, smart inverters, electrical protection panels, and advanced lithium storage batteries. These systems directly contribute to providing stable and safe energy solutions for citizens, thereby reducing carbon emissions and reliance on traditional power grids. This initiative embodies the vision of Al-Mustaqbal University and its research center to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals—specifically Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), Goal 13 (Climate Action), and Goal 4 (Quality Education). By continuously supplying the market with engineering talent equipped with direct field experience, the university reaffirms its position as an academic hub and a leading force supporting Iraq's green economy and sustainable development.
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s part of strengthening scientific and practical cooperation between academic and educational institutions, a joint delegation from Al-Mustaqbal University comprising representatives from the Energy Research Center (MUCE) and the College of Engineering Technology conducted a field visit to the Department of Vocational Education in Babylon Governorate, with the direct participation and supervision of the Center's Director, Prof. Dr. Salwan Obaid Waheed. The visit aimed to open horizons for joint academic and technical cooperation, discuss mechanisms for exchanging technical expertise, and support applied scientific projects serving the sustainable energy and vocational education sectors in the governorate. Accompanied by Dr. Anwar Qasim Saeed, Head of the Technical and Scientific Section at the Department of Vocational Education, the delegation toured one of the vocational schools in Babylon. They inspected the condition of technical workshops and training labs, and discussed organizing joint workshops and specialized training programs designed to enhance students' practical skills and align with the latest technological developments. During the visit, Prof. Dr. Salwan Obaid Waheed emphasized the full readiness of the Center and the University to provide technical and advisory support for vocational and engineering disciplines. He highlighted that this step reflects the commitment of Al-Mustaqbal University and its research center to community service and to building strong partnerships with educational sectors to advance technical and vocational education in Babylon.