Houda Oueriemmi | Soil Scientist | Best Researcher Award

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 Dr. Houda Oueriemmi | Soil Scientist | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Houda Oueriemmi, Arid Region Institute, Tunisia

Dr. Houda Oueriemmi is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Arid Region Institute of Medenine, Tunisia. Her research focuses on soil fertility, desertification control, and sustainable land management in arid and semi-arid regions. She holds a Ph.D. in Water and Earth Sciences from the Higher Institute of Water Sciences and Techniques of Gabès, specializing in organic soil amendments and their role in improving degraded soils. Dr. Oueriemmi has collaborated on international projects, including the European ISFERALDA initiative, and has published extensively on composted organic waste, biochar applications, and soil health.

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Summary:

Dr. Houda Oueriemmi has demonstrated remarkable expertise in soil fertility enhancement and sustainable land management, particularly in arid regions. Her work is internationally recognized, and she actively contributes to high-impact research projects. Her publications and collaborations underscore her scientific excellence. Strengthening her research impact through increased citations, mentorship, and funding acquisition could further elevate her standing in the global scientific community.

 

🎓 Education

Houda Oueriemmi holds a Ph.D. in Water and Earth Sciences from the Higher Institute of Water Sciences and Techniques of Gabès, completed in 2021 at the Laboratory of Eremology and Combating Desertification, Arid Regions Institute (IRA) of Médenine. She earned a Master’s degree in Geology of Sedimentary Basins in 2015 and another Master’s in Valorization of Geomaterials in 2012, both from the Faculty of Sciences of Gabès. She also obtained a Licence degree in Natural Sciences and Applications in 2010 from the same institution and completed her Scientific Baccalaureate at Ibn Roched High School, Zarzis, in 2007.

💼Experience

Currently, she is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Arid Region Institute of Medenine, contributing to the European project ISFERALDA, which focuses on improving soil fertility in arid and semi-arid regions using local organic date palm residues. Her research experience includes multiple internships, notably at the Institute of Agrobiological Research of Galicia (IIAG-CSIC) in Spain in 2018 and 2019, under the supervision of Dr. Petra Susan Kidd, Dr. Ángeles Prieto-Fernández, and Dr. Carmen Trasar-Cepeda. She has also conducted extensive Ph.D. research at the Laboratory of Eremology and Combating Desertification at IRA Médenine and completed Master’s and technician internships at institutions such as ECUMED Petroleum, the Cement Company of Gabès, and COTUSAL of Zarzis.

🔬Research Focus

Her research primarily revolves around soil fertility, desertification control, organic soil amendments, and sustainable land management in arid and semi-arid regions. She has worked extensively on evaluating composted organic wastes, biochar applications, and farmyard manure to improve soil fertility in sandy and degraded lands.

Awards

Houda Oueriemmi has been actively involved in international collaborations and research projects, receiving recognition for her contributions to soil fertility improvement and sustainable agricultural practices in arid environments.

Skills

Her technical skills include proficiency in office software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and remote sensing tools like ArcGIS and ArcView. She also has experience with CorelDRAW. She is multilingual, with fluency in Arabic and French, strong proficiency in English, and basic knowledge of German.

Publications

 

  • Publication: Assessment of Earthworm Viability and Soil Health after Two Years of Raw and Composted De-Inking Paper Sludge Amendment
    Journal: Agriculture (Switzerland)
    Authors: Rahma Inès Zoghlami, Wael Toukabri, Khaoula Boudabbous, Mohamed Moussa, Haithem Bahri, et al.
    Year: 2023

 

Conclusion:

Dr. Oueriemmi is a deserving candidate for a Best Researcher Award due to her valuable contributions to soil science and environmental sustainability. With continued efforts in research expansion, funding acquisition, and mentorship, she has the potential to become a leading figure in her field.

Mingxin Zhou | Soil Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mingxin Zhou | Soil Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. MIngxin Zhou, Heilongjiang Institute of Construction Technology, China

Dr. Mingxin Zhou is a researcher at the Heilongjiang Institute of Construction Technology, China. She holds a doctoral degree and has completed post-doctoral research. Her work focuses on nitrogen deposition, root system traits, and ecological slope stability, with applications in environmental engineering and bioengineered slope reinforcement. She has published over ten academic papers, including high-impact SCI and EI-indexed articles, and has contributed as a chief editor for two textbooks. Dr. Zhou has also participated in multiple provincial-level teaching and research projects, demonstrating expertise in soil stability, root biomechanics, and sustainable construction practices.

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Summary:

Dr. Mingxin Zhou’s research excellence in soil science and ecological slope stability makes her a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. Her publication record, leadership in academic writing, and innovative contributions position her among top researchers in her field.

 

🎓 Education

Mingxin Zhou holds a Doctoral degree and has completed post-doctoral research.

 

💼Experience

She has participated in three provincial-level teaching and research projects and has been actively involved in academic publishing and textbook compilation.

 

🔬Research Focus

Her research primarily revolves around nitrogen deposition, root biomass, root morphological traits, and their implications for soil stability and ecological slope reinforcement. She has explored the mechanical properties of shrub species and their role in environmental engineering and sustainability.

 

Awards

Mingxin Zhou has compiled two textbooks as a chief editor and has published over ten academic papers, including six high-level papers. Among these, three are indexed in SCI Zone 2, one in SCI Zone 4, and two in EI. Her work has contributed significantly to understanding soil anti-scouring resistance and bioengineered slope stability.

 

Skills

Mingxin Zhou possesses expertise in environmental science, root system analysis, and ecological slope stability. She has strong research, writing, and academic publishing skills, along with experience in project management and curriculum development.

 

Publications

Publication: Root Biomass and Root Morphological Traits of Three Shrub Species: Implications for the Soil Anti-scouring Resistance of the Ecological Slope

Authors: Mingxin Zhou, Guoyong Yan, Yibo Li, Qinggui Wang, Yajuan Xing

Journal: PLoS ONE

Year: 2023

Citations: 1

Conclusion:

 Dr. Mingxin Zhou is well-suited for the Best Researcher Award. With expanded collaborations and increased community impact, she could further solidify her standing as a leading scientist in environmental research.