Chair-Elect
Prof. Jolly Jacob
Abu Dhabi University, UAE
Prof. Jolly Jacob is Chair of the Department of Applied Sciences and Professor of Chemistry at Abu Dhabi University, UAE, with over 30 years of teaching experience. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Mumbai and has published more than 90 papers in peer-reviewed international journals. She is the Faculty Advisor of the ADU Student Chapter of ACS and the faculty mentor of the Sustainable Campus Initiative at ADU. She has received several prestigious awards, including the Middle East Education Leadership Award and the Women Excellence Award, and multiple institutional awards for excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Prof. Na'il Saleh Ibrahim
Chair
United Arab Emirates University, UAE
Prof. Panče Naumov
Secretary
New York University Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dr. Sreekumar Pankajakshan
Treasurer
New York University Abu Dhabi, UAE
Prof. Maryam Khaleel
Advisory Committee Chair
Khalifa University, UAE
Prof. Fatin Samara
Accademic Outreach Officer
American University of Sharjah, UAE
Prof. Ihsan Shehadi
Industrial Outreach Officer
University of Sharjah, UAE
The UAE ACS Chapter stands as a platform where chemistry connects people, ideas, and opportunity. Our goal is to strengthen the scientific community in the UAE by fostering collaboration, supporting young chemists, and building meaningful ties with the global network of the American Chemical Society. Together, we are shaping a future where chemistry drives innovation and impact.
Prof. Panče Naumov
Secretary