Omar Mounis Yaghi

Omar Mounis Yaghi is a prominent Jordanian-American chemist known for his groundbreaking work in the field of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). His research has significantly advanced the understanding of porous materials and their applications, including gas storage and environmental remediation. As a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, Yaghi has received numerous accolades for his contributions to chemistry, including the prestigious Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2025 for his innovative work in developing metal-organic structures which have applications in water harvesting and carbon capture.