In a scientific achievement added to the Register of innovations and research achievements, a research team from the Department of Chemistry at the Faculty of science at the University of Mosul was granted a patent from the Central Organization for Standardization and quality control / Iraqi Ministry of planning, for their branded innovation: “Preparation of a new polymer from triazole derivatives specialized for the removal of mercury from aqueous solutions” The patent has been granted to both: Professor Dr. Asaad Faisal Khattab – Faculty of Science / University of Mosul. Professor Dr. Hana Shukr Mahmoud – Faculty of Science / University of Mosul. The decision to grant the patent was issued on July 16, 2026, after completing all the technical and legal procedures for its registration. This innovation is an important scientific step in the field of environmental pollution treatment, as it provides a new polymer material with high efficiency in removing mercury ions from aqueous solutions, contributing to the development of water treatment technologies and reducing the risks of pollutants with heavy elements, as well as supporting modern trends in finding sustainable scientific solutions to environmental problems. This achievement embodies the outstanding scientific level of the Faculty of Science researchers, and confirms the leading role played by the faculty in supporting scientific research and innovation, and providing research solutions that contribute to serving the community and keeping pace with the requirements of sustainable development. On this occasion, the Deanship of the Faculty of science extends its sincere congratulations and congratulations to the researchers, wishing them continued success and success, and more giving and scientific achievements that enhance the status of the University and complement the scientific march in Iraq.

Government information and Communication Division

Saturday, August 1, 2026