Dr. Mahmoud Farag Mahmoud Zawrah
ProfessorNational Research Centre, Egypt
Highest Degree
Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry from Cairo University, Egypt
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- Zawrah, M.F., S.A. El Defrawy, O.A.M. Ali, H.E.H. Sadek and E.E. Ghanaym, 2018. Recycling of LCW produced form water plants for synthesizing of nano FeO(OH), Al(OH)3 and layered double hydroxide: Effect of heat-treatment. Ceramics Int., 44: 9950-9957.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., M.A. Taha and H.A. Mostafa, 2018. In-situ formation of Al2O3/Al core-shell from waste material: Production of porous composite improved by graphene. Ceramics Int., 44: 10693-10699.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., E.S.E. El Shereefy and A.Y. Khudir, 2018. Reverse precipitation synthesis of ≤ 10 nm magnetite nanoparticles and their application for removal of heavy metals from water. Silicon. 10.1007/s12633-018-9841-0.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Reda, A.E., R.M. Khattab, H.E.H. Sadek, M.F. Zawrah and Y.M. Hamdy, 2018. Physico-mechanical and photoluminescence properties of EuxMg2-xSiO4 system sintered under different conditions. Ceramics Int., 44: 6500-6507.
- Khattab, R.M., M.S. El Wahsh and M.F. Zawrah, 2018. Microwave combustion synthesis of MgO-Al2O3-SiO2-ZrO2 ceramics sinterability, microstructure and mechanical properties. Mater. Chem. Phys., 212: 78-86.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khattab, R.M., H.A. Dadr and M.F. Zawrah, 2018. Effect of processing techniques on properties of porous TiO2 and TiO2/hydroxyapatite composites. Ceramics Int., 44: 8643-8649.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.M. Khattab, A.A. El-Kheshen and E. El Fadaly, 2017. Sintering and properties of borosilicate glass/Li-Na-K-feldspar composites for electronic applications. Ceramics Int., 43: 15068-15073.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.M. Kattab, L.G. Girgis, E.E. El Shereefy and S.E. Abo Sawan, 2017. Synthesis of anatase nano wire and its application as a functional top layer for alumina membrane. Ceramics Int., 43: 17104-17110.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., M.A. Taha, F. Saadallah, A.G. Mostafa, M.Y. Hassan and M. Nasr, 2017. Effect of Nano-ZrO2 on the Properties of Al-Al2O3 nanocomposites prepared by mechanical alloying. Silicon. 10.1007/s12633-017-9635-9.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and M.G. Snousy, 2017. Environmental Challenges of Nanotechnology in Subsurface. In: Environmental Science and Engineering Volume 10: Industrial Processing and Nanotechnology, Zhang, T.C., B.R. Gurjar and J.N. Govil (Eds.). Studium Press LLC, USA., ISBN-10: 1-62699-098-0, pp: 379-416.
- Taha, M.A., A.H. Nassar and M.F. Zawrah, 2017. Improvement of wetability, sinterability, mechanical and electrical properties of Al2O3-Ni nanocomposites prepared by mechanical alloying. Ceramics Int., 43: 3576-3582.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Taha, M.A. and M.F. Zawrah, 2017. Mechanical alloying and sintering of a Ni/10wt.% Al2O3 nanocomposite and its characterization. Silicon. 10.1007/s12633-017-9611-4.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Taha, M.A. and M.F. Zawrah, 2017. Effect of nano ZrO2 on strengthening and electrical properties of cu-matrix nanocomposits prepared by mechanical alloying. Ceramics Int., 43: 12698-12704.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Snousy, M.G. and M.F. Zawrah, 2017. Nanoparticles restrictions in environmental cleanup. Nano Res. Applic., Vol. 3. 10.21767/2471-9838.100001.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Omara, S.T., M.F. Zawrah and A.A. Samy, 2017. Minimum bactericidal concentration of chemically synthesized silver nanoparticles against pathogenic Salmonella and Shigella strains isolated from layer poultry farms. J. Applied Pharm. Sci., 7: 214-221.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khattab, R.M., M.M.E.S. Seleman and M.F. Zawrah, 2017. Assessment of electric arc furnace dust: Powder characterization and its sinterability as ceramic product. Ceramics Int., 43: 12939-12947.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Elhalim, M.M.A., N.S. Ismail, S.M. Yahya, Y.Y. Omar and A.A.A. Rabou et al., 2017. Synthesis, characterization and evaluation of cytotoxic effects of novel hybrid steroidal heterocycles as PEG based nanoparticles. Asian Pac. J. Cancer Prev., 18: 1937-1946.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.M. Khattab, L.G. Girgis, H. El Daidamony and R.E. Abdel Aziz, 2016. Stability and electrical conductivity of water-base Al2O3 nanofluids for different applications. HBRC J., 12: 227-234.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.A. Gado, N. Feltin, S. Ducourtieux and L. Devoille, 2016. Recycling and utilization assessment of waste fired clay bricks (Grog) with granulated blast-furnace slag for geopolymer production. Process Saf. Environ. Protect., 103: 237-251.
- Zawrah, M.F., M.M. El-Okr, A. Ashery and A.B. Abou Hammad, 2016. Characterization of sol-gel fabricated cobalt ferrite CoFe2O4 nanoparticles. Middle East J. Applied Sci., 6: 362-366.
- Taha, M.A., A.H. Nassar and M.F. Zawrah, 2016. Effect of milling parameters on sinterability, mechanical and electrical properties of Cu-4 wt.% ZrO2 nanocomposite. Mater. Chem. Phys., 181: 26-32.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Sadek, H.E.H., R.M. Khattab and M.F. Zawrah, 2016. Preparation of porous forsterite ceramic using waste silica fumes by the starch consolidation method. Interceram, 65: 174-178.
- Fatma, T.F., Abd-El Ghany, M.F. Zawrah and M.Y. Mohmed, 2016. Influence of some trace minerals in form of normal and nano particles as feed supplementation on growing rabbit diets. Egypt. J. Nutr. Feeds, 19: 497-509.
- El-Okr, M.M., A. Ashery, M.F. Zawrah and A.B. Abou Hammad, 2016. Structural and magnetic analysis on spinel (NiFe2O4) prepared by sol gel process at different calcination temperatures. IOSR J. Applied Phys., 8: 15-19.
- Abo-Elfadl, M.T., A.M. Gamal-Eldeen, M.M. Elshafey, G.M. Abdalla, S.S. Ali, M.R.K. Ali and M.F.M. Zawrah, 2016. Photothermal therapeutic effect of PEGylated gold nano-semicubes in chemically-induced skin cancer in mice. J. Photochem. Photobiol. B: Biol., 164: 21-29.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., M.A. Taha, F.A. Saadallah, A.G. Mostafa, M.Y. Hassan and M. Nasr, 2015. Al-5 wt% Al2O3 Metal matrix composite prepared by mechanical alloying: Effect of milling time and sintering temperature. Nat. Sci., 13: 132-138.
Direct Link | - Snousy, M.G., M.F. Zawrah, A.M. Rashad, M.A. Ebiad, E. El-Sayed and M.A. Tantawy, 2015. HPLC evaluation of PAHS polluted soil in coastal petroleum refinery site Northwestern Suez Gulf, Egypt. Res. J. Environ. Toxicol., 9: 251-260.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khattab. R.M., S.B. Hanna, M.F. Zawrah and L.G. Girgis, 2015. Alumina-zircon refractory materials for lining of the basin of glass furnaces: Effect of processing technique and TiO2 addition. Ceramics Int., 41: 1623-1629.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khalil, A.A.A., M.F. Zawrah, E.A. Saad and H.A. Badr, 2015. Synthesis and properties of hydroxyapatite nanorods. Interceram, 64: 358-362.
- Elsherif, S.A., M.F. Zawrah, N.A. Abdel Ghany, F.A. Taher, R.M. Khattab and M.M. El-Fass, 2015. Nanoelectrocatalyst anode for direct methanol fuel cells: Fabrication and electrochemical characterization of graphene/Pt–Ni. Egypt. J. Chem., 58: 459-474.
- El-Sabbagh, S.H., D.S. Mahmoud, M.F. Zawrah, N.M. Ahmed and M.W. El-Sabaa, 2015. Investigation on the properties of rubber composites containing modified clay. Pigment Resin Technol., 44: 131-142.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Abo-Zeid, M.A., T. Liehr, M. Glei, A.M. Gamal-Eldeen, M. Zawrah and M. Ali, 2015. Detection of cyto-and genotoxicity of rod-shaped gold nanoparticles in human blood lymphocytes using comet-FISH. Cytologia, 80: 173-181.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Abo-Zeid, M.A., T. Liehr, A.M. Gamal-Eldeen, M. Zawrah, M. Ali and M.A. Othman, 2015. Potential of rod, sphere and semi-cube shaped gold nanoparticles to induce cytotoxicity and genotoxicity in human blood lymphocytes in vitro. Eur. J. Nanomed., 7: 63-75.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Abdel-Wahhab, M.A., E.S. El-Denshary, A.A. El-Nekeety, K.G. Abdel-Wahhab and M.A. Hamzawy et al., 2015. Efficacy of organo-modified nano montmorillonite to protect against the cumulative health risk of aflatoxin B1 and ochratoxin A in rats. Soft Nanosci. Lett., 5: 21-35.
- Abdel-Wahhab, M.A., A.A. El-Nekeety, A.S. Hathout, B.A. Sabery, M.I.M. Ibrahim, R.A. Gado, M.F. Zawrah and S.E. Aly, 2015. Preparation and characterization of organo-modified nano montmorillonite and evaluation of its ability to adsorb aflatoxins, fumonisins and zearalenone from aqueous solution. NanoSciTech Open Library, 1: 27-34.
Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.M. Khattab, E.M. Saad and R.A. Gado, 2014. Effect of surfactant types and their concentration on the structural characteristics of nanoclay. Spectrochim. Acta Part A: Mol. Biomol. Spectrosc., 122: 616-623.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.M. Kattab, L.G. Girgis, E.E. El Shereefy and S.E. Abo Sawan, 2014. Effect of CTAB as a foaming agent on the properties of alumina ceramic membranes. Ceramics Int., 40: 5299-5305.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R.A. Essawy, H.A. Zayed, A.H.A. Fattah and M.A. Taha, 2014. Mechanical alloying, sintering and characterization of Al2O3-20 wt%-Cu nanocomposite. Ceramics Int., 40: 31-38.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., M.A. Ebiad, A.M. Rashad, E. El-Sayed, M.G. Snousy and M.A. Tantawy, 2014. GC estimation of organic hydrocarbons that threaten shallow quaternary sandy aquifer Northwestern Gulf of Suez, Egypt. Environ. Monit. Assess., 186: 7579-7591.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Sadek, H.E.H., R.M. Khattab, A.A. Gaber and M.F. Zawrah, 2014. Nano Mg1−xNixAl2O4 spinel pigments for advanced applications. Spectrochim. Acta: Mol. Biomol. Spectrosc., 125: 353-358.
- El-Rafei, A.M. and M.F. Zawrah, 2014. Effect of alkali concentration and reaction time on the morphology of ZnO nano-microparticles prepared by hydrothermal method. J. Ceram. Sci. Technol., 5: 193-198.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Abdelaal, H.M., M.F. Zawrah and B. Harbrecht, 2014. Facile one‐pot fabrication of hollow porous silica nanoparticles. Chemistry-Eur. J., 20: 673-677.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Abdel Aal, A., T.R. Hammad, M. Zawrah, I.K. Battisha and A.B. Abou Hammad, 2014. FTIR study of nanostructure perovskite BaTiO3 doped with both Fe3+ and Ni2+ ions prepared by sol-gel technique. Acta Phys. Pol. A, 126: 1318-1321.
- Zawrah, M.F., R.M. Khattab and L.G. Girgis, 2013. Effect of Fe2O3 and MgO on gelcasting and sinterability of alumina ceramics. Interceram, 62: 204-210.
- Zawrah, M.F., H.A. Zayed, R.A. Essaway, A.H. Abdel Fattah and M.A. Taha, 2013. Preparation by mechanical alloying, characterization and sintering of Cu-20 wt.-% Al2O3 nanocomposites. Mater. Des., 46: 485-490.
- Wahsh, M.M.S., R.M. Khattab and M.F. Zawrah, 2013. Sintering and technological properties of alumina/zirconia/nano-TiO2 ceramic composites. Mater. Res. Bull., 48: 1411-1414.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., M.A. Zayed and M.R.K. Ali, 2012. Synthesis and characterization of SiC and SiC/Si3N4 composite nano powders from waste material. J. Hazard. Mater., 227–228: 250-256.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., H. Abdel-Kader and N.E. Elbaly, 2012. Fabrication of Al2O3-20 vol.% Al nanocomposite powders using high energy milling and their sinterability. Mater. Res. Bull., 47: 655-661.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., A.A. El-Kheshen and A.A. El-Maghraby, 2012. Effect of SiC-graphite-Al-metal addition on low-and ultra-low cement bauxite castables. Ceramics Int., 38: 3857-3862.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Suri, J., L.L. Shaw and M.F. Zawrah, 2012. Tailoring the relative Si3N4 and SiC contents in Si3N4/SiC nanopowders through carbothermic reduction and nitridation of silica fume. Int. J. Applied Ceramic Technol., 9: 291-303.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khattab, R.M., A. El-Rafei and M.F. Zawrah, 2012. In-situ formation of sintered cordierite-mullite nano-micro composites by utilizing of waste silica fume. Mater. Res. Bull., 47: 2662-2667.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - El-Kheshen, A.A., R.G. Ahmed and M.F. Zawrah, 2012. Densification, mechanical and bioactive properties of borosilicate glass/anatase nano-composites. J. Am. Sci., 8: 562-569.
Direct Link | - Abdelaal, H., M. Zawrah and B. Harbrecht, 2012. facile one-pot fabrication of hollow porous silica nanoparticles. Zeitschrift fur Anorganische und Allgemeine Chemie, 638: 1601-1601.
- Zawrah, M.F., R. Khttab, L. Girgis and E. Saad, 2011. The role of nano TiO2 in sintering and properties of alumina ceramics. Interceram, 60: 14-18.
- Zawrah, M.F., A.B. Shehata, E.A. Kishar and R.N. Yamani, 2011. Synthesis, hydration and sintering of calcium aluminate nanopowder for advanced applications. Comptes Rendus Chimie, 14: 611-618.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and S.I.A. El-Moez, 2011. Antimicrobial activities of gold nanoparticles against major foodborne pathogens. Life Sci. J., 8: 37-44.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Suri, J., L.L. Shaw and M.F. Zawrah, 2011. Synthesis of carbon-free Si3N4/SiC nanopowders using silica fume. Ceramics Int., 37: 3477-3487.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zhong, Y., L.L. Shaw and M.F. Zawrah, 2010. Synthesis of silicon carbide nanopowder using silica fume. J. Am. Ceramic Soc., 93: 3159-3167.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., R. Khttab, L. Girgis and E. Saad, 2010. Sinterability, microstructure and mechanical properties of gelcasted alumina ceramic. Interceram, 59: 22-27.
- Badawy, M.I., M.Y. Ghaly, M.F. Zawrah, M.E. Ali and F. El Gohary, 2010. Abatement of organic pollutants from olive mill effluent by TiO2 nano-particles using Catalytic Wet Air Oxidation (CWAO) technique. Afinidad, 67: 386-392.
- Zawrah, M.F., R. Khttab, L. Girgis and E. Saad, 2009. Gelcasting of alumina ceramics for advanced applications. Interceram, 58: 196-201.
- Zawrah, M.F., A.A. El-Kheshen and H.M. Abd-El-Aal, 2009. Facile and economic synthesis of silica nanoparticles. J. Ovonic Res., 5: 129-133.
Direct Link | - El-Kheshen, A.A., M.F. Zawrah and M. Awaad, 2009. Densification, phase composition and properties of borosilicate glass composites containing nano-alumina and titania. J. Mater. Sci.: Mater. Electron., 20: 637-643.
CrossRef | - Awaad, M., M.F. Zawrah and N.M. Khalil, 2008. In situ formation of zirconia-alumina-spinel-mullite ceramic composites. Ceramics Int., 34: 429-434.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., L.G. Girges and R.M. Kattab, 2007. Development of magnesia-zircon-alumina refractory compositions. Interceram, 56: 34-41.
- Zawrah, M.F., 2007. Synthesis and characterization of WC-Co nanocomposites by novel chemical method. Ceramics Int., 33: 155-161.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., 2007. Effect of zircon additions on low and ultra-low cement alumina and bauxite castables. Ceramics Int., 33: 751-759.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and S. Meky, 2007. Synthesis and characterization of nano MgAl2O4 spinel by co-precipitated method. Ceramics Int., 33: 969-978.
- Zawrah, M.F. and N.M. Khalil, 2007. Synthesis and characterization of calcium aluminate nanoceramics for new applications. Ceramics Int., 33: 1419-1425.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and M. El Gezary, 2007. Mechanical properties of SiC ceramics by ultrasonic nondestructive technique and its bioactivity. Mater. Chem. Phys., 106: 330-337.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and A.A. El Maghraby, 2007. Utilization of rice straw ash in production of advanced porous ceramics composites. Interceram, 56: 250-255.
- Zawrah, M.F. and N. Khalil, 2006. Processing, sintering and properties of CaZrO3/MgO and ZrO2/MgO composites. Interceram, 55: 254-257.
- Zawrah, M.F. and M.H. Aly, 2006. In-situ formation of Al2O3- SiC-mullite from al-matrix composites. Ceramics Int., 32: 21-28.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and N.M. Khalil, 2005. High alumina castable reinforced with SiC. Adv. Applied Ceramics, 104: 312-317.
- Khalil, N.M., M.F. Zawrah and M.A. Serry, 2005. Magnesia-spinel-based zero-cement refractory castables. Ind. Ceramics, 25: 104-109.
- Hamzawy, E.M., A.A. El-Kheshen and M.F. Zawrah, 2005. Densification and properties of glass/cordierite composites. Ceramics Int., 31: 383-389.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F.M. and A.A. El-Kheshen, 2004. Characterisation of borosilicate glass matrix composites reinforced with SiC or ZrO2. Br. Ceramic Trans., 10: 165-170.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., 2004. Investigation of lattice constant, sintering and properties of nano Mg-Al spinel. Mater. Sci. Eng. A, 382: 362-370.
- Zawrah, M.F. and L. Shaw, 2004. Liquid-phase sintering of SiC in presence of CaO. Ceramics Int., 30: 721-725.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khalil, N.M. and M.F. Zawrah, 2004. Self-formed mullite containing refractory barium silicate cements and their castable applications. Br. Ceramic Trans., 103: 223-226.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Karvankova, P., M.G.J. Veprek-Heijman, M.F. Zawrah and S. Veprek, 2004. Thermal stability of nc-TiN/a-BN/a-TiB2 nanocomposite coatings deposited by plasma chemical vapor deposition. Thin Solid Films, 467: 133-139.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F.M., 2003. Effect of Cr2O3 on sinterability and properties of mullite-spinel composites. Br. Ceramic Trans., 102: 114-118.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M. and L. Shaw, 2003. Microstructure and hardness of nanostructured Al-Fe-Cr-Ti alloys through mechanical alloying. Mater. Sci. Eng.: A, 355: 37-49.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Shaw, L., M.F. Zawrah, J. Villegas, H. Luo and D. Miracle, 2003. Effect of process controlling agents on mechanical alloying of nanostructured aluminum alloys. Metall. Mater. Trans., 34: 159-170.
- El-Kheshen, A.A. and M.F. Zawrah, 2003. Sinterability, microstructure and properties of glass/ceramic composites. Ceramics Int., 29: 251-257.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F.M. and A.A. El Kheshen, 2002. Synthesis andcharacterisation of nanocrystalline MgAl2O4 ceramic powders by use of molten salts. Br. Ceramic Trans., 101: 71-74.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F., J. Schneider and K.H.Z. Gahr, 2002. Microstructure and mechanical characteristics of laser-alloyed alumina ceramics. J. Mater. Sci. Engineering A, 332: 167-173.
- Zawrah, M.F. and N.M. Khalil, 2002. Utilisation of Egyptian industrial waste material in manufacture of refractory cement. Br. Ceramic Trans., 101: 225-228.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and E. Hamzawy, 2002. Effect of cristobalite formation on sinterability, microstructure and properties of glass-alumina composites. Ceramics Int., 28: 123-130.
- Serry, M.A., M.F.M. Zawrah and N.M. Khalil, 2002. Bauxite-based low- and ultra low-refracrtoty castable. Br. Ceramic Trans., 101: 165-168.
- Zawrah, M.F.M., 2001. Characterization and sinterability of chemically precipitated phosphate-bearing magnesia grains. Ceramics Int., 27: 523-529.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F.M. and N.M. Khalil, 2001. Effect of mullite formation on properties of refractory castables. Ceramics Int., 27: 689-694.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Zawrah, M.F. and N.M. Khalil, 2001. Preparation and characterization of barium containing refractory materials. Ceramics Int., 27: 309-314.
- Serry, M.A., N.M. Khalil and M.F. Zawrah, 2001. Phase evolution and hydraulic properties of low cement castables matrixes. Br. Ceramic Trans., 100: 171-176.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khalil, N.M. and M.F.M. Zawrah, 2001. Improvement of physico-mechanical properties of self-forming MA spinel castables. Br. Ceramic Trans., 100: 110-114.
CrossRef | Direct Link | - Khalil, N.M. and M. Zawrah, 2001. Sintering and refractory properties of refractory concrete containing microsilica. Ind. Ceramic, 21: 91-96.
- Zawrah, M.F.M., M.A. Serry, J. Schneider sand K.H.Z. Gahr, 2000. Microstructure and mechanical properties of non-stoichiometric MgAl2O4-spinel bodies. Ceramic Forum Int., 77: 22-26.
- Zawrah, M.F.M., M.A. Serry and K.Z. Gahr, 1999. Mechanical properties of co-precipitated MgO-Al2O3 refractories as related to their phase composition and microstructure. Ceramic Forum Int., 76: 36-39.
- Serry, M.A., S.A. Hammad and M.F.M. Zawrah, 1998. Phase composition and microstructure of refractory MgAl2O4 spinel grains. Br. Ceramic Trans., 97: 275-282.
- Serry, M.A., M.F.M. Zawarah and R. Telle, 1998. Properties of commercial MgO-Al2O3 refractories as related to their phase composition and microstructure. Ceramic Forum Int., 75: 114-119.
- Serry, M.A., A.S. Taha and M.F. Zawrah, 1997. Phosphate-bonded refractory concretes based on MgO-Al2O3 aggregates. Bull. TIMS, 70: 1-16.