Educational Qualifications:

Working Experience:

• Lecturer (Probationary), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. Oct 2017 to Now add Lecturer (Probationary), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. 06 Oct 2017 to 26 April 2024
• Senior Lecturer Gr II in Biosystems Technology 27 April 2024 to now
• Head of the Department / Assistant Lecturer in Agriculture)-  SLIATE - Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education, Aug 2014 to Oct 2017
• Scientist (Officer In Charge), NARA-National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency. Jun 2013 to Aug 2014
• Aquaculturist, NAQDA - National Aquaculture Development Authority of Sri Lanka, Sep 2012 to June 2013
• Executive - Out Grower  Broiler Farm, Prima Group of Sri Lanka, Apr 2011 to Sep 2012
• Process Control Officer, Cargils Ceylon Limited, Sep 2010 to Mar 2011

Member of the Editorial board:

• Editor of International Journal of Research Publications – UK.

Reviewer:

• Reviewer of International Journal of Research Publications – UK.
• Reviewer of International Journal of Academic Applied Research.
• Reviewer of International Journal of Applied Science – Institute of Research Advances.

Memberships 

• Bar Association of Sri Lanka – Life member
• Full Member of Sri Lanka Academy of Young Scientists
• Full Member of Young Scientist Forum of Science and Technology Commission of Sri Lanka
• Member of National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka.
• Member of Climate Change Repository Forum of Sri Lanka

• ORCiD:        
  https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5470-4589
• Google Scholar:     
  https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=FZXJnUsAAAAJ&hl=en
• Research gate:     
  https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Atham-Lebbe-Rifky
• Scopus:     
  https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57220580503

Indexed Journal Papers

1. Li, W., Yun, L.,Rifky, M., Liu, R., Wu, T., Sui, W. and Zhang, M., 2021. Carboxymethylation of (1→ 6)-α-dextran from Leuconostoc spp.: Effects on microstructural, thermal and antioxidant properties. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 166, pp.1-8.
2. Zhao, Y., Liu, R., Qi, C., Li, W., Rifky, M., Zhang, M., Xiao, P., Wu, T. and Sui, W., 2021. Mixing oil-based microencapsulation of garlic essential oil: impact of incorporating three commercial vegetable oils on the stability of emulsions. Foods, 10(7), p.1637.
3. Wu, T., Liu, R., Zhang, L., Rifky, M., Sui, W., Zhu, Q., Zhang, J., Yin, J. and Zhang, M., 2022. Dietary intervention in depression–a review. Food & Function, 13(24), pp.12475-12486.
4. Abdullayev, B., Rifky, M., Makhmayorov, J., Usmanov, I., Deng, T. and Samadiy, M., 2023. Adsorption Method and Adsorbents for the Recovery of Lithium Compounds from Water Sources. International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, 71(9), pp.212-226.
5. Rifky, M., Serkaev, K. and Samadiy, M., 2023. Technology development to incorporate functional oil sources in yoghurt to improve functional properties. Journal of Coastal Life Medicine, 11, pp.928-938
6. Liu, R., Ci, X., Liu, L., Wang, X., Rifky, M., Liu, R., Sui, W., Wu, T. and Zhang, M., 2024. Chitosan entrapping of sodium alginate/Lycium barbarum polysaccharide gels for the encapsulation, protection and delivery of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum with enhanced viability. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 260, p.129615.
7. Ci, X., Liu, R., Sun, Y., Rifky, M., Liu, R., Jin, Y., Zhu, Q., Zhang, M. and Wu, T., 2024. A novel antioxidant iron‐chelating peptide from yak skin: analysis of the chelating mechanism and digestion stability in vitro. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture.
8. Abdullayev, Bakhodir, Nilufar Askarova, Rano Toshkodirova, Mohamed Rifky, Nurbek Ayakulov, Baxram Kurbanov, and Murodjon Samadiy. Recent Developments in the Extraction of Lithium from Water Resources." Asian Journal of Chemistry 36, no. 2 (2024): 275-280.
9. Supriatin, S., Rifky, M., Khan, M.U., Amaliah, L., Sari, M.H.N., Santoso, E.B., Ruswandi, I., Maretalinia, M. and Suwarni, L., 2023. Role of Partner and Health Workers on Modern Contraceptive Use Among Married/In-union Women in Uzbekistan. Kesmas: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat Nasional (National Public Health Journal), 18(4), pp.244-251.
10. Dissanayake, K., Rifky, M., Zokirov, K., Jesfar, M., Farmonov, J., Sanaev, E., Makhmayorov, J. and Samadiy, M., impact of curing salt (nitrites) on the processed meat products and its alternatives: a review. Impact of curing salt (nitrites) on the processed meat products and its alternatives: a review, New Materials, Compounds and Applications Vol.8, No.2, 2024, pp.254-264
11. Parmonov, Sarvar, Kongratbay Sharipov, Dostonbek Mirzavaliyev, Firuza Makhmudova, Nilufar Askarova, Rano Toshkodirova, Nigora Abdullaeva, Mohamed Rifky, Jalaldeen Mohamed Harris, and Asadjon Kambarov. "The technology of obtaining powders used in the production of solid alloys." New Materials, Compounds and Applications Vol.8, No.3, 2024, pp.450-458
12. Khoshimov, Ilkhom Е., Shakhzoda I. Turdialieva, Atanazar R. Seytnazarov, Shafaat S. Namazov, and Mohamed Rifky. "Investigation of Vapor Pressure and Infrared Spectroscopic Analysis of Phosphoric Acid Extract Evaporation after Desulfation with SrCO₃." EURASIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY 29, no. 4 (116) (2024): 82-91.

Full papers published in Scopus and Web of Science indexed Conferences

1. Dissanayake, K., Rifky, M., Jesfar, M., Makhmayorov, J., Rakhimkulov, S., Abdullayev, B. and Samadiy, M., 2023, November. Development of Technology to Incorporate Curry leaves (Murraya Koenjii) to Develop Functional Chicken Sausage and Evaluation of Chemical Properties. In IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science (Vol. 1275, No. 1, p. 012008).
2. Dissanayake, K., Rifky, M., Jesfar, M., Makhmayorov, J., Rakhimkulov, S. and Abdullayev, B., 2023, November. Technology development to measure chemical and oxidative stability of edible oils using fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy. In IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science (Vol. 1275, No. 1, p. 012007).
3. Otakuziyev, Z., Absattorov, D., Rifky, M., Rakhimkulov, S., Usmanov, I., Ramazonova, D., Matkarimov, Z. and Samadiy, M., 2023. Research of bittern concentration processes lake Karaumbet and Barsakelmes. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 411, p. 02035). 
4. Rifky, M., Jesfar, M., Dissanayake, K., Orif, U. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Production of yoghurts with the addition of microencapsulated cinnamon, garlic and cumin oil with corn oil. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 480, p. 03014).
5. Dissanayake, K., Rifky, M., Nurmukhamedov, K., Makhmayorov, J., Abdullayev, B., Farmanov, J. and Samadiy, M., 2024. A comparative analysis of traditional meat processing methods. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 494, p. 04023).
6. Farmonov, J., Hunupolagama, D., Dissanayake, K., Boynazarova, Y., Serkaev, K., Samadiy, M. and Rifky, M., 2024. Application of microwave technology to extract pure sesame oil. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 494, p. 04025).
7. Ubaydullaeva, N.B., Maksumova, D.Q., Shosalimova, S.J. and Rifky, M., 2024. Characteristics of secondary dairy raw material obtained during dairy processing. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 486, p. 02025).
8. Dissanayake, K., Rifky, M., Hunupolagama, D., Harris, J.M., Zokirov, K., Azizova, K., Ermat, S. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Inorganic additives in meat production and processing. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 510, p. 01028). 
9. Dissanayake, K., Rifky, M., Farmonov, J., Boynazarova, Y., Meyliyev, A., Zokirov, K., Narziyev, F. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Impact of incorporating inorganic additives in processed meat production. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 510, p. 01037).
10. Mohichehra, S., Rifky, M., Dissanayake, K., Farmonov, J., Boynazarova, Y., Meyliyev, A., Hunupolagama, D. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Production of spread cheese by incorporating micro-encapsulated pepper oil with corn oil. In BIO Web of Conferences (Vol. 95, p. 01046).
11. Mohichehra, S., Rifky, M., Dissanayake, K., Farmonov, J., Boynazarova, Y., Meyliyev, A., Samadiy, S. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Technology Development to incorporate Onion (Allium cepa L) oil as a functional ingredient in Cheese spread. In BIO Web of Conferences (Vol. 95, p. 01039).
12. Abdusalomova, D., Azizov, O., Dissanayake, K. and Rifky, M., 2024. Antimicrobials in dairy products: Scopus based bibliometric analysis for the period of 2013-2022. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 563, p. 03051).
13. Maksumova, D., Tairova, K., Shosalimova, S., Akramova, R. and Rifky, M., 2024. Production of yoghurts by incorporating stevia powder as a functional ingredient. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 548, p. 04014).
14. Rаhmatov, K., Fayzullaev, N., Buronov, F., Matmuratov, S., Takhirov, Y., Rifky, M., Dissanayake, K. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Aromatization patterns of hexane in high silicon zeolite. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 524, p. 03018).
15. Umarkulovna, U.H., Atkhamova, S., Sadiqjonovna, Z.M., Aabekovna, M.Z., Dissanayake, K. and Rifky, M., 2024. Physico-chemical Indicators of food color pigments derived from Ocimum basilicum (Rahon) vegetation. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 539, p. 02005).
16. Yuldashev, L., Djumakulov, T., Turdibaev, Z. and Rifky, M., 2024. Application of Pheromone trap against the melon fly (Miopardalis pardalina Big.) in Agriculture. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 537, p. 08023).
17. Kozinskaya, L., Mirkhamitova, D., Atakulova, N., Juraev, V., Kuchkarova, N. and Rifky, M., 2024. Synthesis of carbonyl compounds dibenzo-18-crown-6 by the Grinard reaction. In BIO Web of Conferences (Vol. 126, p. 01002). 
18. Rifky, M., Abdusalomova, D., Dissanayake, K., Zokirov, K., Harris, J.M., Jesfar, M., Esonboyev, F. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Seaweed as a functional ingredient and emulsifier in dairy processing. In BIO Web of Conferences (Vol. 108, p. 18001).
19. Rifky, M., Dissanayake, K., Maksumova, D., Shosalimova, S., Shokirov, A., Jesfar, M., Zokirov, K. and Samadiy, M., 2024. Incorporation of barley and corn flour as a functional ingredients in bakery products. In E3S Web of Conferences (Vol. 537, p. 10024).
20. Tursunova, D., Mamatkulova, S., Sarikulov, M., Abdisattorov, D., Atakhanova, D., Kurbanbayeva, S., Otakuziyeva, V. and Rifky, M., 2024. Intensification of mixing and heat exchange in polymerizes. In BIO Web of Conferences (Vol. 145, p. 03037).
21. Urinova, Z., Karimov, M., Babaev, T., Kambarov, A., Rifky, M. and Abrolov, A., 2024. Study of immobilization of bolaform ions on polymethacrylic acid. In BIO Web of Conferences (Vol. 145, p. 03040).
22. Khusan Niyozov, Qo’chqor Dodayev, Akhmedova Zahro Rakhmatovna, Dilrabo Maksumova, Kasun Dissanayake, and Mohamed Rifky (2025), Increase  in  protein  content  by  cultivation of fungi  "Aspergillus  oryzae"  and  "Pleurotus ostreatus" in fish feeding environment, BIO Web of Conferences Vol- 160, 01003 
23. Muhammad Zaxiriddin Zaynobiddinov, Qo’chqor Dodayev, Suvonqul Ravshanov, Dilrabo Maksumova, Kasun Dissanayake and Mohamed Rifky (2025), Analysis of the effect of hydrothermal processing on the technological properties of "Vakhshskaya-116" rye grown in a dry climate, BIO Web of Conferences Vol- 160, 01002 

Non-indexed journal

1. Shabry MH, Rifky AL, Mubarak AJ. Development of black pepper incorporated processed Cheese spread for the local market. International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR). May 2018, Vol. 2 Issue 4, P. 6-20.
2. Rifky, A., Shabry, M. and Mubarak, A., 2018. Development of black pepper incorporated processed cheese spread for the local market. Development, 2(4), pp.6-10.
3. Rifky, A., Irfeey, A. and Althaf, M., 2018. Ecotourism development and impacts on rural communities: A study in Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research Publications, 10, pp.1-12.
4. Jesfar, A.B.M., Rifky, A.L.M., Rinos, M.H.M. and Ijeais, I., 2018. Study on the feasibility of chickpea cultivation in Ampara area in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR), 2(3).
5. Irfeey, A.M.M., Husna, A.B.F. and Rifky, A.L.M., 2019. Effect of Far Infra-Red radiation on paddy parboiling and milling qualities. nternational Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR), 3(3); 12-18
6. ALM Rifky, AJH Mubarak, Gap Analysis, Corrective Actions to Reduce the Wastage of Potatoes Returned From Lanka Sathosa Limited Sales Outlets,  International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR), 2019
7. Mohamed Rifky, Kamar Serkaev, Murodjon Samadiy. Essential oils incorporation technology to improve shelflife and stability of yoghurt //Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. 2022, №4, Р. 45-51.
8. Mohamed Rifky, Kamar Serkaev, Dilbar Ramazonova, Samadiy Murodjon. Development of technology to incorporate dehydrated murunga leaf powder in paneer cheese //Scientific and Technical Journal of Namangan Institute of Engineering and Technology. 2023, № 2(8), P. 42-50.
9. Rifky M, Serkaev K, Samadiy M. Incorporation Technology to Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller) Juice as a Functional Ingredients in Yoghurt. International Journal of Academic Health and Medical Research (IJAHMR). January - 2023, Vol. 7 Issue 1, P. 1-3.
10. Rifky AL, Irfeey AM. Influence of different fried spice mix (Cumin, Mustard and Curry Leaves) level and coagulants on chemical and sensory qualities of hard Paneer. International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR). March – 2019, Vol. 3 Issue 3, P. 25-30.
11. MAM, M.S., Rifky, A.L.M., Marsook, M.F.M. and Assam, S.M.B.M., 2020. The Impact of Information Systems on Organizational Performance In Sri Lanka. International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR), 4(11), pp.107-109.
12. Karunakaran, K.E., Marsook, M.F.M. and Rifky, A.L.M., 2021. Factors Contribute to Misbehaviors of Students in State Universities of Sri Lanka-A Case Study of Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
13. Jesfar, A.B.M., Irshath, M.P.M. and Rifky, A.L.M., 2021. Screening of a local “HABANERO” Chilli variety (NAI MIRIS) for the export market in Sri Lanka. KALAM – International Journal Faculty of Arts and Culture, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka. 14(4), 2021: pp.1-7.

Non indexed conferences

1. Ataxodjayeva, I.D., Akramova, R.R., Rifky, M. and Dissanayake, K., 2023. study of mineral substances in easily degistible rabbit meat. In Uz-Conferences (Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 90-93).
2. Kumara, K., Rifky, M. and Samadiy, M., 2023. Application and regulation of nitrate and nitrite in manufacturing of chicken sausage. Theoretical and experimental chemistry and modern problems of chemical technology, 1(01).
3. Rifky, A.L.M., Irfeey, M. and Mohamed, M.S.I., 2018. A case study: investigation of goat farming systems in Gampola area in Kandy district.
4. D Kasun, R Mohamed, KS Nurmukhamedov, S Murodjon, The impact of myoglobin levels on the color of chicken sausage, the scientific and practical conference of the republic - Bukhara, Uzbekistan
5. A Inoyat, R Mohamed, D Kasun, A Rano, Study of mineral substances in easily digestible rabbit meat, the scientific and practical conference of the republic - Bukhara
6. Kumara, K., Rifky, M. and Samadiy, M., 2023. Application and regulation of nitrate and nitrite in manufacturing of chicken sausage. Theoretical and experimental chemistry and modern problems of chemical technology, 1(01).

Research Presentations

1. Ibrahim Imrana Farhan, Mohamed Rifky, Kamar Serkayev, Murodjon Samadiy. Seaweed: a potential functional ingredient in yoghurt production. Collection of papers of the international scientific and technical conference "Paradigms in modern chemical and physical technologies: interaction of traditions and innovative approaches". October 9-10, 2022.
2. Mohamed Rifky, Kamar Serkaev, Murodjon Samadiy. Post-harvest technology to utilize excess milk for paneer cheese at home.Collection of papers of the international scientific and technical conference "Paradigms in modern chemical and physical technologies: interaction of traditions and innovative approaches". October 9-10, 2022. P. 191-193.
3. Mohamed Rifky, Kamar Serkaev, Murodjon Samadiy. Development of technology to incorporate pineapple, ash gourd pulp as functional ingredients in yoghurt. Collection of papers of the international scientific and technical conference "Paradigms in modern chemical and physical technologies: interaction of traditions and innovative approaches". October 9-10, 2022. P. 204-206.
4. Fathima Sumaiya, Mohamed Irfeey Mohamed Rifky, Kamar Serkaev and Murodjon, Samadiy.  Effective utilization of solar drying method in food preservation to prevent the loss of functional ingredients. Collection of papers of the international scientific and technical conference "Paradigms in modern chemical and physical technologies: interaction of traditions and innovative approaches". October 9-10, 2022. P. 207-210.
5. A.L.M Rifky and A.M.M Irfeey. Microbial production of rennet enzyme used in dairy industry applications. International scientific-practical on-line confe-rence on the theme: «Actual problems and innovative technologies in the field of natural sciences». November 20-21, 2020 year, Tashkent, Uzbekistan. P. 30-31.
6. Mohamed Rifky, Ibrahim Imrana Farhan, Kamar Serkaev, Murodjon Samadiy. Pepper as a potential ingredient in functional yoghurt production. International scientific and scientific-technical conference on the topic "The role of innovative techniques and technologies in ensuring ecological sustainability". Tashkent, November 9-10, 2022. 63 p.
7. Rifky M., Serkayev K., Samadiy M. Food laws and regulations for production of functional yoghurt in Sri Lanka. Collection of articles of the republican scientific-practical conference on the topic "Problems, solutions and prospects for the practical implementation of innovative developments in the field of chemistry and chemical technology". Karshi. April 26-27, 2023. pp. 431-433

Research projects

• Functional food and Dairy Technology
• Food Science and Technology

Research interests:

• Food Processing and Preservation
• Dairy Technology
• Functional Foods
• Essential oils

• Food Preservation
• Dairy Products Technology
• Food Protection Systems
• Meat Processing

• Chinese Government Scholarship - PhD 2019

• Academic carrier Guidance Advisor of Faculty of Technology, at Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2018,2019,2021,2022)
• Student Counsellor for Faculty of Technology, at Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Academic Sub warden for Faculty of Technology, at Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Member of Sports Advisory Committee member of Eastern University.
• Member of Disciplinary Inquiry Committee member of Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Member of Bid Opening Committee member of Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Member of Canteen Vigilant Committee member of Eastern University, Sri Lanka.