Dr. Hadjer FENNOUH, Advanced Separation Techniques, Young Scientist Award
Doctorate at USTHB, Algeria
Profiles
Summary
Passionate PhD student specializing in Environmental Engineering with a focus on eliminating organic pollutants in wastewater through innovative processes. Committed to environmental preservation, I strive to develop sustainable and effective solutions to mitigate the impact of human activities on aquatic ecosystems. My multidisciplinary research explores and applies new technologies to tackle the complex challenges of water remediation.
Education
PhD in Environmental Engineering
USTHB, Algiers (Apr 2022 - Present)
Master's Degree in Pharmaceutical Process Engineering
USTHB, Algiers (2015 - 2017)
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Process Engineering
USTHB, Algiers (2012 - 2015)
Baccalaureate in Experimental Science Series
Lycée El Achour, Algiers (Sept 2012 - June 2012)
Professional Experience
Doctoral Researcher
USTHB, Algiers (2022 - Present)
Eliminating pollutants in wastewater using advanced oxidation processes.
Preparing activated carbon.
Encapsulating adsorbents and semiconductors.
Intern
Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul (Dec 2023)
Focused on membrane techniques for eliminating pharmaceutical pollutants in wastewater.
Explored methods like membrane distillation, reverse osmosis, and nanofiltration under the guidance of experienced researchers.
Part-time Teacher
USTHB, Algiers (2021 - Present)
Conducted practical sessions in chemical kinetics and electrochemistry.
Intern
Physical Methods of Analysis Laboratory, USTHB, Algiers (March 2017 - June 2017)
Evaluated the antioxidant potential of parsley and coriander.
Extracted essential oils by hydrodistillation and performed physicochemical analyses.
Intern
SAIDAL Biotic, Algiers (March 2015 - April 2015)
Monitored tablet production and performed physicochemical analysis.
Research Interests
Wastewater Treatment: Advanced oxidation processes, adsorption, and photocatalysis.
Pollutant Elimination: Techniques for removing pharmaceutical pollutants, such as membrane distillation, reverse osmosis, and nanofiltration.
Environmental Preservation: Developing sustainable solutions for water remediation.
Skills
Origin: Excellent
Design Expert: Excellent
JMP8: Excellent
Office Automation (Word, Excel, PowerPoint): Excellent
Adsorption Process: Excellent
Photocatalysis Process: Excellent
Fenton Process: Excellent
Interests
Technology: Software, Internet
Sports: Active participation
Publication
Development of a sustainable adsorption system based on alginate-encapsulated clay for pharmaceutical pollutant capture in aqueous solution using Box–Behnken methodology
Authors: Hadjer Fennouh, Zohra Bensaadi, Nacera Yeddou Mezenner, Meriem Kheloui, Abdeldjalil Sahnine, Fatiha Atmani
Journal: Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology
Year: 2024