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Ali Hassan Abdulrahman Bahkali

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Prof. Dr. Ali Bahkali’s Weekly Schedule (1447–1448 H, Second Term)
02
Mar 2026

Prof. Dr. Ali Bahkali’s Weekly Schedule (1447–1448 H, Second Term)…

introduction/brief CV

Prof. Dr. Ali Hassan Abdulrahman Bahkali is Professor of Physiological Fungal Ecology in the Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Wales, United Kingdom, in 1983, with specialization in fungal enzyme systems.

With more than four decades of distinguished academic and research experience, Prof. Bahkali has held key leadership positions, including Head of the Department of Botany and Microbiology and Editor-in-Chief of the Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences.

His research expertise spans fungal ecology, enzyme biotechnology, molecular identification of fungi, mycotoxins and food safety, biodegradation, and environmental microbiology. His work has been supported by numerous nationally and internationally funded research projects.

Prof. Bahkali has been recognized multiple times as a Highly Cited Researcher (2018–2021) by the Web of Science and is the recipient of prestigious honors, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from King Saud University.

areas of expertise

Prof. Dr. Ali Hassan Abdulrahman Bahkali’s key areas of expertise include:

Physiological Fungal Ecology

Fungal Biodiversity and Taxonomy

Plant Pathogenic Fungi & Mycology

Fungal Enzyme Biotechnology (cellulases, pectinases, xylanases, amylases)

Mycotoxins and Food Safety

Molecular Identification & PCR-based Diagnostics of Fungi

Environmental Microbiology and Biodegradation

Bioremediation of Pollutants

Microbial Biotechnology and Bioenergy Applications

Nanobiotechnology and Microbial Nanoparticle Synthesis

publications
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publications
Species diversity of Diaporthe on mangroves: Taxonomic novelties, pathogenic associations, and phylogenetic reassessment of endophytes

Diaporthe species are frequently reported as endophytes on mangroves. These species are also known pathogens affecting several important hosts worldwide, but have yet to be explored as pathogens…

by Aumentado, H.D.R. , Thilini Chethana, K.W. , Jayawardena, R.S. , ... Bahkali, A.H. , Hyde, K.D.
2026
Published in:
Mycologia
publications
Tailoring a novel reduced graphene oxide supported gC3N4/V2O5/CoCu LDH as direct dual Z-scheme heterosystem with build in interfacial electric field for boosted visible light driven metronidazole photocatalysis: Mechanistic insights and environmental impa

The development of highly efficient and robust photocatalysts is essential for advancing pollution remediation and water purification.

by Sre, V.V. , Janani, B. , Bahkali, A.H. , Elgorban, A.M. , Khan, S.S.
2026
Published in:
Surfaces and Interfaces
publications
Construction of interfacial electric field triggered CQD-modified WO3/Mo2C for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of norfloxacin: A synergistic strategy of peroxymonosulfate activation and 1O2 mediated degradation

Photocatalytic-mediated electron transfer for the efficient activation of PMS by heterogeneous photocatalyst contributes to a green and sustainable water treatment process. This present research…

by Jiteshwaran, T. , Bahkali, A.H. , Janani, B. , Elgorban, A.M. , Khan, S.S.
2026

courses
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course
MBI 493 - Training in Medical Microbiology Laboratories

Credit: 6(0+0+12) Short Description: During this course the students practice the various microbiological techniques for their applications in clinical and diagnostic laboratories in hospitals…

course
MBI 661- Spore Biology

Credit : 2 (2+0) Short Description: Studying the history of spores, defining and classifying them according to structure, movement and function, in addition to identifying the mechanics of…

course
MBI 633 - Advanced Studies in Fungi Symbiotic Relationships

Credit 2 (1+1) Short Description Detailed study of physiology and structure of symbiotic fungi, hostsymbiont interactions, their effects on host growth and their agricultural applications…

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