Khaberni - Petra University has achieved a new scientific accomplishment by winning the first place in the golden level for the university students category with the GammaFlow team from the Chemistry Department, during its participation in the national exhibition and competition for nuclear science 2026, which was organized by the Jordan Atomic Energy Commission, with broad participation from school students, teachers, university students, researchers, and those interested in nuclear sciences and technology.
The team's victory was announced in the presence of the president of Petra University, Professor Rami Abdul Rahim, and the Dean of Scientific Research and Graduate Studies, Professor Faisal Abu Al-Rub. The team included students: Malik Musa, Mai Dawood, and Sarah Barakat, under the supervision of Dr. Moayad Isaifan, and in cooperation with Dr. Anas Khloub from the Jordan Atomic Energy Commission.
This distinction came through an advanced scientific project, supported by the Deanship of Scientific Research, titled: "Gamma-Modified Membranes for Smart Water Purification", which aims to develop innovative and sustainable solutions for treating greywater, in the face of the increasing challenges of water scarcity in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
The project relies on integrating three main technologies, including the use of gamma rays to improve the properties of the membranes and increase their resistance to pollution, Electrospinning technology to produce high-efficiency membranes, alongside Internet of Things (IoT) technologies for real-time water quality monitoring.
The president of Petra University, Professor Rami Abdul Rahim, affirmed that this accomplishment represents a source of pride and esteem for the university, reflecting the promising scientific capabilities of its students that contribute to building a better future, as well as reflecting the outstanding research infrastructure at Petra University. He appreciated the efforts of the team and those in charge of the project for their excellence and creativity. He also expressed gratitude to the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, represented by its dean, and to the academic staff and employees in the Chemistry Department, from faculty members to administrative staff and students, for their continuous efforts and support.
Additionally, the president of the Jordan Atomic Energy Commission, Dr. Khaled Toukan, honored the president of Petra University, Professor Rami Abdul Rahim, with an honorary shield, in recognition of the university's continuous support and sponsorship of the exhibition and national competition for nuclear science 2026, and its belief in the importance of supporting scientific research and innovation, and its effective role in empowering students and youth and enhancing the culture of nuclear sciences and technology in Jordan.
The project managers pointed out that the developed system contributes to improving the efficiency of treatment, reducing operational and maintenance costs, and extending the operational life of membranes. It also targets the treatment of greywater, which constitutes between 50% and 70% of domestic water and its reuse in non-potable applications such as irrigation and cleaning, enhancing the water sustainability in Jordan.
The GammaFlow system is characterized by its scalability and potential for wide application, ranging from home use to institutions and communities, with the possibility of local manufacturing at low cost.
The team members expressed pride in this achievement, extending their gratitude to the university administration represented by its president, for the direct support to the university students and enabling them to develop their projects and transform them into commercially applicable products that serve the Jordanian community.
The organization of the exhibition and national competition for nuclear sciences comes within the framework of national efforts aimed at raising awareness about the peaceful applications of nuclear energy and sciences, and highlighting their role in supporting the journey towards sustainable development in the fields of energy, medicine, industry, agriculture, and the environment.
The exhibition provided an interactive integrated space for displaying innovative scientific projects presented by the participants, expressing an advanced level of scientific thought and the ability to employ knowledge to find realistic solutions to contemporary challenges, where the projects covered areas of medical applications of radiation, clean energy, nuclear safety, and radiation protection, in addition to industrial and agricultural applications and medical uses of radioactive isotopes. All projects underwent a rigorous scientific refereeing process implemented by a specialized committee of experts and academics according to criteria of creativity, originality, applicability, and societal impact.
The event was attended by a number of presidents of public and private universities and included a range of scientific interactive activities, among them guided tours in the project booths, direct meetings between students and experts, in addition to presentations that addressed the future of nuclear sciences and their diverse applications, providing visitors with the opportunity to closely explore the students' ideas and discuss them within a rich scientific atmosphere.
The exhibition and national competition for nuclear sciences is a prominent milestone in the journey of spreading scientific culture in society, and a further step towards preparing a qualified generation to lead the future of innovation and creativity in Jordan.
