ACADEMIC STAFF PROFESSIONAL PROFILE FORM

1. Personal Data

Name: Nadir Omar HashimTitle/Qualifications: Dr. rer. Nat.Department/Unit/Section: Department of PhysicsContact Address: Kenyatta University P.O. Box 43844 00100, Nairobi, KENYAPosition: LecturerArea of Specialization: 1. Cosmic Ray Physics 2. Radiation Physics 3. Environmental PhysicsResearch Interests: Monte Carlo Simulation and Measurement of Cosmic Ray Muons, Environmental Radiation levels

2. Conference Presentations

1. The Momentum Spectrum and Charge Ratio of Cosmic Ray Muons Measured at a Depth of 320 mwe . Paper presented at the second Middle East and Africa Regional IAU Meeting, MEARIM II, 10 - 15 April 2011, Cape Town, South Africa.

2. Research status reports on the measurement of the momentum spectrum and charge ratio of cosmic ray muons using ALEPH detector. Spring Meetings of the German Physical Society (DPG), Mainz-2004, Berlin-2005, Dortmund-2006, Heidelberg-2007.

3. Momentum spectrum of cosmic muons at a depth of 320 mwe. 29th. Paper presented at the International Cosmic Ray Conference, 03. - 10. August 2005, Pune-India.

4. Assessment of quality of trace element measurements by EDXRF technique: a statistical approach. Paper presented at the 9th International Symposium on Radiation Physics and Workshop on Radiation Based Analytical Techniques, 17-22 August 2003, iThemba LABS (formerly National Accelerator Centre), Faure, Cape Town, South Africa.

5. Application of nuclear techniques to environmental physics. Poster presented at National Nuclear Technology Conference. 12Th to 15th May 2001, iThemba LABS (formerly National Accelerator Centre), Faure, Cape Town, South Africa.

6. Chemometric approaches to assessing the quality of measurements in EDXRF spectrometry. Paper presented at The Millennium School on Nuclear and Particle Physics, 31st January to 03rd February 2000, iThemba LABS (formerly National Accelerator Centre), Faure, Cape Town, South Africa.

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7. IAEA - EURACHEM Workshop on “Efficient Methodology for the Evaluation of Uncertainty in Analytical Chemistry - Implementing the ISO Guide” 14 - 15 June 1999, Helsinki, Finland.

8. Angeyo H.K., Patel J.P., Mustapha A.O., Achola S.O., Ogwari P., Ntihabose L., Mangala M.J., Makokha J.W., Odumo B.O., Wepukhulu G.W., Maina D.M., Kaniu I.M., Hashim N.O., Kebwaro J.M., Masinde T.S., Otwoma D., Mayaka G.N., Agora J.O., Kinyua R. and Atando V. Status and Prospects in Research Infrastructure Development in Nuclear Analytical Spectrometry and Radiometric Instrumentation Methodologies for Environmental Radiation And Associated Radioactivity Measurements and Modelling Studies in Kenya. Paper presented by H.K. Angeyo at the IAEA Technical Meeting on Establishing a Network of Laboratories in the Field of Nuclear Instrumentation for Environmental Monitoring and Related Applications, 27-30 Sept. 2010, Krakow, Poland.

3. Publications

1. Chege, M. W., Hashim, N. O., Merenga, A. S. and Tschiersch, J. Lead contamination of traditional hand-dug wells in parts of Kwale County, Kenya. International Journal of Physical Sciences, 8(17), 835-839 (2013)

2. Chege, M. W., Hashim, N. O. and Merenga, A. S. Physico-chemical analysis of groundwater in the Gazi-Mrima Hill region of Kwale County, Kenya. Asian Journal of Science and Technology, 4(5), 055-058 (2013)

3. M. Schmelling, N.O. Hashim, C. Grupen, S. Luitz, F. Maciuc, A. Mailov, A.-S. Mueller, H.-G. Sander, S. Schmeling, R. Tcaciuc, H. Wachsmuth, and K. Zuber (The CosmoALEPH Collaboration). Spectrum and Charge Ratio of Vertical Cosmic Ray Muons up to Momenta of 2.5 TeV/c. arXiV:1110.4325v1 [hep-ex] 19 Oct 2011.

4. J.M. Kebwaro, I.V.S. Rathore, N.O. Hashim and A.O. Mustapha. Radiometric assessment of natural radioactivity levels around Mrima hill, Kenya. International Journal of the Physical Sciences, 6(13), 3105-3110. (2011)

5. J.M. Kebwaro, N.O. Hashim and A.O. Mustapha. Construction of a generic reference material for gamma ray spectrometric analysis. Indonesian Journal of Physics. 22(4), 105-106. (2011)

6. N.O. Hashim for the CosmoALEPH collaboration. The Momentum Spectrum and Charge Ratio of Cosmic Ray Muons Measured at a Depth of 320 mwe. AFRICAN SKIES / CIEUX AFRICAINS, No. 16, July 2011

7. C. Grupen, N.O. Hashim, B. Jost, F. Maciuc, S. Luitz, A. Mailov, A.-S. Mueller, A.Putzer, H.-G. Sander, S. Schmeling, M. Schmelling, R. Tcaciuc, H. Wachsmuth, Th. Ziegler, K. Zuber. Cosmic ray results from the CosmoALEPH experiment. Nuclear Physics B 175 - 176 (2008) 286 – 293.

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8. S. Plewnia, Th. Berghoefer, J. Bluemer, P. Buchholz, J. Engler, N.O. Hashim, J.R. Hoerandel, R. Lixandru, J. Milke, W. Walkowiak, J. Wochele. A sampling calorimeter with warm-liquid ionization chambers. Nuclear Instruments and Methods. A556 (2006) 422 – 432

9. F. Maciuc, C. Grupen, A. Mailov, S. Luitz, A.-S. Mueller, N. O. Hashim, A. Putzer, B. Rensch, H. G. Sander, S. Schmeling, M. Schmelling, R. Tcaciuc, H. Wachsmuth, Th. Ziegler, K. Zuber. Muon-Pair Production by Atmospheric Muons in CosmoALEPH. Physical Review Letters, 96 021801 (2006)

10. N.O. Hashim, C. Grupen, S. Luitz, A. Mailov, F. Maciuc, A.-S. Mueller, A.Putzer, H.-G. Sander, S. Schmeling, M. Schmelling, R. Tcaciuc, H. Wachsmuth, Th. Ziegler, K. Zuber. Momentum spectrum of cosmic muons at a depth of 320 mwe. Proc. 29th International Cosmic Ray Conference, Pune-India, 6, 13 - 16. (2005)

11. N.O. Hashim, I.V.S. Rathore, A.M. Kinyua, R.L. Stangl, A.O. Mustapha. Assessment of quality of trace element measurements by EDXRF technique: a statistical approach. Radiation Physics and Chemistry, Vol. 71 (2004), Nr. 3-4, p 791-792

12. N.O. Hashim, I.V.S. Rathore, A.M. Kinyua, A.O. Mustapha. Natural and artificial radioactivity levels in sediments along the Kenyan coast. Radiation Physics and Chem- istry, Vol. 71 (2004), Nr. 3-4, p 805-806

13. A.O. Mustapha, J.P. Patel, I.V. S. Rathore, N.O. Hashim, D. Otwoma. An investiga- tion of the repeatability of calibration factors in gamma-ray spectrometry of geological materials. Applied Radiation and Isotopes, Vol. 60 (2004), Nr. 1, p 79-82

14. N. O. Hashim, A.M. Kinyua, M.J. Mangala, I.V.S. Rathore. EDXRF analysis of lead and other toxic trace elements in soil samples along two major highways of Kenya. Radiation Physics Chemistry Vol. 51 (1998), Nr. 4-6, p 629-630

15. N. O. Hashim, A.M. Kinyua, M.J. Mangala, I.V.S. Rathore. Analysis of soil for trace elements along two major highways of Kenya. East African Journal of Science, 1(1), 2-10 (1998).

4. Consultancy and community service

S/No. Consulting Person/ Body/ Organization

Year Consultancy Service

1. Kenya Airways, Nairobi, Kenya

February 2008, May 2011

Cosmic Radiation

2. Journal of Advanced Research, Elsevier Science

April 2012 Peer review of astrophysics papers

3. National Council of Science and Technology (NCST), Nairobi, Kenya

May,Nov. 2012

Review of proposals for postgraduate research and innovation

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5. Affiliation to Professional Bodies

S/No Name of professional body1. East African Astronomical Society2. East African Association of Radiation Protection3. German Physical Society (2003 - 2007)

6. Postgraduate Examination6.1 External Examiner1. L.L. Nkuba. Assessment of committed effective dose from consumption of food crops locally grown in the neighbourhood of Minjingu phosphate mine. M.Sc. (Physics) thesis University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Examined in June 2013.

2. G.W. Mlay. Assessment of indoor radon concentrations in the vicinity of Manyoni uranium deposit, Singida. M.Sc. (Physics) thesis University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Examined in April 2013.

3. J. Elisadiki. Establishment of baseline background radiation dose rate in the vicinity of the proposed Manyoni uranium project, Singida. M.Sc. (Physics) thesis University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Examined in March 2013.

4. D. Otwoma. Radioecology of carbonatite deposits in Nyanza, Kenya. Ph.D.(Physics) thesis University of Nairobi. Examined in July 2012.

5. P. Karangwa. Measurement of raidioactivity levels in the mining areas of Rwanda. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis University of Nairobi. Examined in March 2012.

6. A.V. Otwori. Determination of naturally occurring radioactive elements and radiation exposure levels in the soapstone quarries of Tabaka region of Kisii District, Kenya. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology . Examined in December 2010.

6.2 Internal Examiner1. N.W.D. Mururu. I56/CE/12243/2009. Distorted wave method applied to elastic scattering of electrons by magnesium atom. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in April 2013.

2. R. M. Munene. I56/CE/14130/2009. Effect of Aspergillus Niger on Mechanical, Diffusion and Ther- mal Degradation Properties of Blends of Cellulose and Low Density Polyethylene. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in April 2013.

3. W. M. Nakitare. I56/CE/11194/2007. Effect of Aspergillus Niger on Mechanical, Diffusion and Thermal Properties of High Density Polyethylene/Cellulose Blend. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in March 2013.

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4. K.J. Kiprotich. I56/CE/11176/2007 . Ground Magnetic Survey for Geothermal Exploration in Menengai Area, Kenya. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in November 2012.

5. N.W. Murithi. I56/CE/14139/2009. Positron impact excitation of 21S state of helium atom using a distorted wave method. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in November 2012.

6. J. Kundu. I56/CE/11195/07. Crystallization kinetics and structural properties of SnxSey thin films for phase change memory (PCM) applications. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in October 2012.

7. B. R. Morumbwa. I56/10991/06. Fabrication of a cheaper portable spectrometer to investigate optical properties of thin films. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in October 2012.

8. K.R. Boiyo. I56/CE/11178/07 . Estimating sensible heat flux from remotely sensed moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer (MODIS) data. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in July 2011.

9. M.C. Onyango. I56/CE/11181/07. Characterization of SnSe - ZnO:Al P-N junction for solar cell applications. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in July 2011.

10. F.M. Keheze. I56/CE/15646/2005 . Characterization of CUO-ZnO:Al P-N junction for solar cell applications. M.Sc.(Physics) thesis examined in June 2011.

11. D.K. Ketui. I56/CE/1180/07 . Design and fabrication of a computer based firefighting system automated using LABVIEW. M.Sc.(Electronics and Instrumentation) thesis examined in May 2011.

12. W. Kipnusu. I56/12357/04. Structural and electrical characteristics of Nandi flame seed cuticle - a bipolymer. M.Sc. (Physics) Thesis examined in January 2009.

13. W.O. Felix. I56/12356/04. Assessment of heavy metals concentrations in soils at selected points in roads and sites around Nairobi using EDXRF spectrometer. M.Sc. (Physics) Thesis examined in July 2008.

6.3 Member of Board of Examiners at Kenyatta UniversityServed as member of the board of examiners in the following examinations

6.3.1 Ph.D. Examinations1. C.N. Luwesi. I84/20010/2010. A climate-proof response-capability for green water saving and agriculture resilience in semi-arid watersheds of eastern region, Kenya. Examined on 20Th June 2013

2. R.R. Bichanga. I84/15308/2005. Characterization of Kenyan honey and a design model for processing equipment. Examined on 06Th April 2010.

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6.3.2 M.Sc. Examinations1. M.S. Mutuku. I56/CE/11716/2007. Speciation of lead, cadmium and zinc in garage soils and levels in nearby stream and vegetation of Machakos town, Kenya. Examined on 21St

May 2013.

2. G.L. Waigwe. I56/10510/2004. Essential trace element levels in Sesuvium portulacastrum, soil and water along Kwale county coastline and community utilization of the plant. Examined on 08Th November 2012.

3. C. Mromba. I56EA/12155/2009. Effects of water abstraction on the riparian vegetation of Kiladeda river in Pangani river basin, Tanzania. Examined on 10Th May 2012.

4. B.K. Cerop. I56/10149/2004. Determination of selected essential elements in traditional foods, medicinal plants, fruit and conventionally grown foods in Koibatek, Kenya. Examined on 22nd October 2009.

5. S. Njoroge. I56/7291/2002. Determination of pesticides concentrations in maize foodstuffs in different storage conditions and processing methods and investigation of pesticide occupational exposure. Examined on 08Th October 2009.

6. J.N. Mutegi I56/7505/2002. Influence of fish pond fertilization on microbiota at Sagana fish farm, Kirinyaga district, Kenya. Examined on 17th June 2008.

7. K.S.J. Muthuri. I56/10104/2007. Analysis of some physical soil properties on water availability in Ngaciuma-Kinyaritha Sub-Catchment, Upper Tana basin, Kenya. Examined on 01 November 2011.

7. Supervision of postgraduate students

7.1 Ph.D. Supervision – Ongoing

1. M. W. Chege. I56/15115/08. Determination of Radioactivity in Food Crops, Water and Building Materials in the High Background Area of Mrima Hill and Monte Carlo simulation of the influence of Porosity of Building materials on Radon Emanation Coefficient. Status: To Complete in September 2013

2. S.O. Musa. Monte Carlo Simulation of NaI(Tl) Detector for Environmental Radioactivity Measurements. Status: Advanced stage of proposal

7.2 M.Sc. Supervision

7.2.1 Completed1. L.K. William. I56/CE/14128/2009. Gamma-ray spectrometric analysis of sediment deposits at the shores of lake Nakuru, Kenya. Status: to graduate M.Sc.(Physics), July 2013.

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2. N.N. Sophy. I56/CE/11975/2004. Application of mass transport model to study temporal variation of concentration of lead in a riverine system. Status: Graduated, M.Sc. (Physics), December 2012.

3. J.O. Agora. I56/CE/11987/2007. Environmental radioactivity measurements in Kerio Valley. Status: Graduated, M.Sc.(Physics), December 2012.

4. M.T. Sangura. I56/CE/15645/2005. Environmental radioactivity measurements at Port Victoria. Status: Graduated, M.Sc.(Physics), June 2012.

5. W. M. Namasaka. I56/15633/2005. Monte Carlo simulation of the cosmic ray muon charge ratio at high energies upto 10 TeV. Status: Graduated, M.Sc.(Physics), June 2012.

6. N. K. Kimani. I56/12088/2009. The study of strongly star forming galaxies: their physical characteristics as a function of morphology and IR-luminosity. Status: Graduated, M.Sc.(Physics), December 2011. Ph.D. work commenced in January 2013, IMPRS, Bonn, Germany.

7. M. Mutie. I56/CE/15626/2005. Measurements of the elemental and radionuclide concentrations of environmental and geological samples from selected areas of Kibwezi district of Kenya. Status: Graduated, M.Sc.(Physics), July 2011.

8. L. Ochillo. I56/10290/2006. Monte Carlo simulation of the cosmic ray muon charge ratio and investigation of the East-West effect. Status: Graduated, M.Sc.(Physics), December 2010. Ph.D. work commenced in September 2012, Siegen University, Germany. Funded by DAAD.

9. J.M. Kebwaro. I56/15647/2005. Measurement of environmental radioactivity around Mrima hill in the south coast of Kenya. Status: Graduated, M.Sc. (Physics), December 2009. PhD. work commenced in September 2012, Nuclear Engineering, China.

6.2.2 Ongoing1. G.N. Mayaka. I56/CE/11985/2007 Measurement and multivariate chemometric analysis of radon concentration in geothermal fluids associated with high background radiation areas. Status: M.Sc.(Physics) thesis submitted for examination, March 2012.

2. A.D. Omondi. Multivariate and chemometric analysis of natural radionuclide levels in geothermal fluids associated with high background radiation areas of Lambwe valley in south western Kenya. Status: Advanced stage of data analysis.

3. S.C. Kiplagat. I56/CE/11476/2008. Assessment of natural radioactivity and radiological hazards in selected building materials used in Eldoret town in Uasin Gishu county, Kenya. Status: Advanced stage of thesis write – up.

4. C. Leonard. I56/CE/14121/2009. Natural radioactivity hazards of building bricks fabricated from clay soil of Bomet District, Kenya. Status: Thesis submitted for examination, May 2013.

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5. P.M. Mutule. I56/CE/11465/2008. Calorific analysis of coal and quantitative analysis of coal ash radionuclides: A case study of coal from Kitui County, Kenya. Status: field work and sample analysis. Research Grant from NCST, Kenya.

6. M. Busienei. I56/CE/11457/2008. Environmental radiation levels in Kericho County, Kenya. Status: Advanced stage of thesis write-up.

7. E. Okelo. I56/CE/11179/2007. Gamma ray spectrometric analysis of the naturally occurring radionuclides in sand mines along the shores of lake Victoria in Migori county, Kenya. Status: field work and sample analysis.

8. R.C. Kipngeno. I56/CE/22409/2010. Gamma ray spectrometric analysis of soil and green tea leaves of Kericho county, Kenya. Status: field work and sample analysis.

9. S. Ouko. I56/CE/22366/2010 Natural radiometric survey and estimation of radiation exposure from archean rocks: A case study of granite-greenstone complex of Migori county, Kenya. Status: field work and sample analysis.

10. G. AGUKO. I56/23520/2011. Air KERMA and radiation dose mapping of a gamma-ray beam irradiator. Status: proposal accepted by the department.

12. Administrative positions held to date

1. April 2013 to date: Member of the corruption prevention committee in the department of physics

2. January 2012 to date: Appointed member of the Intellectual Property Rights Board

3. January 2011 to date: Appointed member of the Chandaria Business Innovation and Incubation Centre Board

4. 23rd June to 1st July 2011. Acting Chairman, Department of Physics, Kenyatta University

5. January 2008 to date: Assistant Exams Coordinator, Seminar Coordinator, Department of Physics

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