Biography
Dr. Mohamed Ali Elharati joined the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Clarkson University as an Assistant Teaching-Track Professor in August 2025. He has also served as a Post-doctoral Research Associate and Adjunct Professor at Clarkson University since 2023. Prior to joining Clarkson University, Dr. Elharati earned his Ph.D. in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering from Washington State University. Alongside his academic background, Dr. Elharati brings valuable industrial experience as a Chemical Process Engineer, with a focus on Wastewater Treatment and Desalination technologies.
Outside of his academia, Dr. Elharati enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, cycling, swimming, beach volleyball, and pickleball. As a member of the North Country Pickleball Club in Potsdam, NY, he actively participates in local community events and contributes to fundraising and charitable events for various causes through his involvement in the sport.
Education Background
Ph.D. – Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Washington State University
M.Sc. – Chemical Process Engineering, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
B.Sc. – Chemical Engineering, University of Tripoli, Libya
Courses Taught
ES340 – Thermodynamics
ES330 – Transfer Process Fundamentals
CH410 – Chemical Engineering Lab II
Service
Dr. Elharati is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), The Electrochemical Society (ECS), American Chemical Society (ACS), and North American Membrane Society (NAMS). He is an active journal reviewer and member of the chemical engineering undergraduate laboratory committee.
Research Interests
Dr. Eharati’s research focuses on Catalysis, Electrochemistry, Separation Technology, and Microbial Biofilm. Dr. Elharati’s work encompasses the synthesis and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts for thermochemical and electrochemical reactions, the development of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) operating with direct-fed hydrocarbon fuels at intermediate temperatures, and carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture. His work also explores microelectrode fabrication for biofilm applications, as well as polymeric and metallic membrane fabrication for wastewater treatment and gas separation. Recently, he has focused on the fabrication and characterization of Pd-based membranes for carbon-neutral hydrogen (H₂) production in membrane reactors (MRs) via the water gas shift (WGS) reaction at Clarkson University. Visit Dr. Eharati's Google Scholar Website
Awards
Dr. Elharati was recognized with the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award at Washington State University.