Discussion of the master's thesis of the student " Ahmed Khaled Abdul Jabbar Alwan"
The public discussion took place for the master’s student (Ahmed Khaled Abdul Jabbar Alwan) Department of Chemistry - College of Science - University of Anbar on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the Ibn Sina Hall at the College of Science. for his tagged thesis:
" Bio-analytical of Trace Metal Accumulation in Blood, Hair and Nails in Individuals Exposed to Industrial and Petroleum Pollutants "
The discussion committee consisted of:
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University of Baghdad - College of Science for Women - Chairperson |
Prof. Dr. Saadia Ahmed Daher |
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University of Anbar – College of Applied Sciences - Member |
Prof. Dr. Bilal Jasser Mohammed |
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University of Anbar - College of Sciences - Member |
Assist. Prof. Dr. Sattar Rajab Majeed |
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University of Anbar - College of Sciences - member and supervisor |
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wahran Munim Saud |
The study evaluated occupational exposure to lead and cadmium among petroleum- and industrial-sector workers in the Fallujah Industrial District, Al-Anbar Governorate. The metals were measured in whole blood, scalp hair, and fingernails after acid digestion using AAS, then compared with a non-exposed control group to determine the workplace contribution to metal burden.
The results showed higher lead and cadmium levels in all exposed groups than in the control group across blood, hair, and nails. Car body repairmen had the highest lead burden, especially in hair and nails, while cadmium was notably elevated among car body repairmen and auto electricians. Blood reflected recent exposure, whereas hair and nails indicated long-term accumulation.
