Hossny Ismail
About Hossny Ismail
Hossny Ismail is a Co-Founder and Graduate Student Advisor at the American Chemical Society, with extensive experience in the field of chemistry and technical service. He has worked in various capacities across multiple international institutions, including Dow and several universities in Europe and Egypt.
Work at American Chemical Society
Hossny Ismail has served as Co-Founder and Graduate Student Advisor at the American Chemical Society since 2014. In this role, he provides guidance and support to graduate students in the field of chemistry. His involvement with the organization spans a decade, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic and professional development of students.
Education and Expertise
Hossny Ismail holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Honors in Chemistry from Alexandria University, completed between 2009 and 2013. He further advanced his education by obtaining multiple Master’s Degrees through the SERP Chem Erasmus Mundus joint master course. He studied at Università degli Studi di Genova, Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza w Poznaniu, and Paris-Sud University (Paris XI) between 2015 and 2017. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in chemistry and related fields.
Professional Experience
Hossny Ismail has accumulated diverse professional experience in the field of chemistry. He worked as an intern at Adam Mickiewicz University in 2016 and at Università degli Studi di Genova in 2017. He also held a position as a Junior Research & Development Chemist at RP Minerals from 2014 to 2015. His roles at Dow as a Technical Service & Application Development Specialist for Energy Efficiency and Consumer Comfort further demonstrate his expertise in polyurethane applications.
Internships and Early Career
In the early stages of his career, Hossny Ismail completed several internships that contributed to his professional development. He interned at Adam Mickiewicz University for four months in 2016 and at Università degli Studi di Genova for seven months in 2017. Additionally, he participated in the Oxford Synthesis Summer Conference in 2016. These experiences provided him with practical skills and insights into the scientific community.
Contributions to Science and Industry
Throughout his career, Hossny Ismail has made significant contributions to the fields of chemistry and materials science. At Dow, he specializes in the application development of flexible polyurethane foam formulations and leads the development of rigid spray polyurethane foam systems in the Middle East and Africa. His work involves conducting qualification trials and troubleshooting production issues, showcasing his technical expertise and commitment to advancing industry standards.