Salma Fatnassi | Soil | Soil Health Advocate Award

Dr. Salma Fatnassi | Soil | Soil Health Advocate Award

National Institute of Research in Rural Eaux and Forets | Tunisia

Salma Fatnassi is a researcher in soil science and environmental geochemistry whose work focuses on understanding the behavior of micronutrients and trace metals in agricultural systems irrigated with treated wastewater, generating important knowledge on soil–water–plant interactions and contaminant mobility. Her research involves designing and managing collaborative studies that assess soil contamination risks, nutrient cycling, and the environmental sustainability of wastewater reuse in agriculture. She is skilled in soil and water sampling, geochemical laboratory techniques, environmental monitoring, and the application of statistical and spatial tools for interpreting complex environmental datasets. With strong expertise in data analysis using R, Excel, ArcGIS, and SPSS, she evaluates metal bioavailability, transport pathways, and ecological impacts with high analytical rigor. Her scientific contributions include 4 published documents, 24 citations, and an h-index of 3, reflecting her growing influence in the field. Salma Fatnassi has also strengthened her methodological foundation through training in bibliographic research, pedagogy, statistical analysis, and innovative water treatment technologies, enabling her to support interdisciplinary and international research collaborations. Overall, her work advances sustainable soil and water management, improves understanding of trace element dynamics, and supports evidence-based environmental protection strategies in agricultural ecosystems.

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Featured Publications

Fatnassi, S., Hörmann, G., Fohrer, N., Navarro-Pedreño, J., & Hachicha, M. (2025). Boron in soil, drainage water and groundwater in long-term irrigated area by treated wastewater in Northeast Tunisia. Soil Systems.

Gaesenngwe Gaesenngwe | Soil Morphology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Gaesenngwe Gaesenngwe | Soil Morphology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Gaesenngwe Gaesenngwe | Botswana International University of Science and Technology | Botswana

Gaesenngwe has established himself as a dedicated researcher in chemical, materials, and metallurgical engineering, focusing on innovation, optimization, and sustainable industrial development. His work integrates advanced computer-aided process engineering and artificial intelligence techniques to improve process efficiency and product design. His research areas encompass coal structure evaluation and its industrial applications, comparative analysis of the comminution behavior of diorite rocks, and the assessment of efficiency in ore size reduction plants. With three published documents, five citations, and an h-index of 2, he has demonstrated growing recognition and influence in his field. His studies exhibit strong analytical depth, applying tools such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and nanotechnology concepts to enhance material properties and manufacturing performance. Through his innovative research, he continues to address key challenges in the chemical and metallurgical sectors, contributing to the development of sustainable, high-performance industrial materials and processes. His commitment to research excellence and technological advancement reflects a clear vision toward improving energy efficiency, resource utilization, and industrial productivity through scientific innovation and practical engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

Gaesenngwe, G., Mamvura, T., Danha, G., & Sibanda, V. (2021). A comparative study on the comminution behavior of diorite rocks. Heliyon.