Abdelkader Bemmoussat | Agricultural Hydraulics | Excellence in Research Award

Dr.  Abdelkader Bemmoussat | Agricultural Hydraulics | Excellence in Research Award

Djillali Liabés University of Sidi Bel Abbés, Algeria

Dr. Abdelkader Bemmoussat is a senior lecturer and researcher in the field of Hydraulics and Water Resources at the University of Sidi Bel Abbès. With over three decades of experience in agricultural hydraulics, he has held key roles in public administration, including engineering leadership in the Tlemcen Directorate of Agricultural Services and head of the rural development and investment promotion division (2007–2009).

Profile:

🎓 Education & Training:

  • 🥇 Doctorate in Hydraulics (2020) – University of Tlemcen, with highest distinction

  • 🎓 Magister in Hydraulics (2012) – University of Tlemcen, “Très Bien”

  • 📘 Engineer in Hydraulics (1992) – University of Tlemcen

  • 📚 Numerous technical trainings: GIS, Drip Irrigation, ICT in Pedagogy, Sociological Management of Water

👨‍💼 Professional Experience:

  • 🔹 University of Sidi Bel Abbès: Lecturer since 2017, promoted to Maître de Conférences A in 2021

  • 🔹 Direction des Services Agricoles, Tlemcen: Senior Engineer (1999–2017), responsible for hydraulic projects

  • 🔹 Head of Rural Development and Investment Promotion Service (2007–2009)

  • 📊 Skills: Project planning, implementation, technical supervision, agricultural hydraulics, and state aid programs

✍️ Publications & Research:

  • 📰 Published in peer-reviewed journals like Larhyss Journal, Earth Systems and Environment, Journal of Water and Land Development, and Jordan Journal of Earth and Environmental Sciences

  • 🌍 Research themes:

    • Groundwater protection in semi-arid climates

    • Hydrological modeling using satellite data

    • Sediment yield and water quality

    • Use of treated wastewater for irrigation

🖥️ Technical Skills:

  • 🧭 GIS: ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo

  • 💻 Software: HydroGeo Analyst, Surfer, ENVI, CorelDRAW

  • 📐 Modeling Tools: ASMWIN, MATLAB

  • 📂 Office Tools: Word, Excel, Internet

🌱 Research Interests:

  • Groundwater Quality & Protection

  • Hydrology & Hydrogeology

  • GIS Applications in Water Management

Publication Top Notes:

Optimizing the Performance of Rainflow-Runoff Models Using Multi-Source Satellite Data – Application to the Region of Beni-Bahdel (Algeria)
Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology
Published: 2025-02-01
DOI: 10.12912/27197050/199448
Contributors: Hiba Chahrouri, Abdelkader Bemmoussat, Khaled Korichi

Contribution of Satellite-Based Precipitation in Hydrological Rainfall–Runoff Modeling: Case Study of the Hammam Boughrara Region in Algeria
Earth Systems and Environment
Published: 2021-12-17
DOI: 10.1007/s41748-021-00256-z
Contributors: Abdelkader Bemmoussat, Khaled Korichi, Djelloul Baahmed, Noureddine Maref, Omar Djoukbala, Zahra Kalantari, Sayed M. Bateni

Thirugnanasambandham K | Plant | Best Researcher Award

Dr Thirugnanasambandham K | Plant |  Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow at  Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore,  India

Dr. K. Thirugnanasambandham is a dedicated chemist with extensive expertise in environmental engineering, modeling, and chemistry. He holds a PhD in Chemistry from Kongu Engineering College (Anna University, Chennai), awarded in 2015, following his M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Chemistry from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, where he consistently achieved first-class honors. In addition, he holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications, furthering his interdisciplinary skills.

Publication profile:

Educational Qualifications:

Ph.D. (2012-2015)

  • Discipline: Chemistry
  • Institute: Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai
  • University: Anna University, Chennai

M.Sc. (2009-2011)

  • Discipline: Chemistry
  • Institute: SRMV College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore
  • University: Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
  • Class: First Class

B.Sc. (2006-2009)

  • Discipline: Chemistry
  • Institute: NGM College of Arts and Science, Pollachi
  • University: Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
  • Class: First Class with Distinction

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (2007-2008)

  • Institute: Macripoint Computer Education Center, Pollachi
  • University: Indian Distance Computer Education, Coonoor
  • Class: First Class

Research Interests:

  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Modeling

Industry/Research Experience:

The individual began their career as a Junior Chemist at New Venus Industries, Chennai, where they worked from May 2, 2011, to September 13, 2011. They then transitioned to an academic role as a UGC-Project Fellow at Kongu Engineering College in Erode, Tamil Nadu, from September 15, 2011, to February 1, 2014. Afterward, they pursued postdoctoral opportunities abroad, starting as a CAPES-Post Doctoral Fellow at the University of Maringa, Brazil, from February 1, 2016, to January 30, 2017. Following this, they joined Sun Yat-sen University in China as an NFSC-Post Doctoral Fellow from November 1, 2017, to November 15, 2018.

Their international research journey continued at Dublin City University, Ireland, where they worked as a Post Doctoral Fellow from March 1, 2019, to February 19, 2020. They then moved to Lodz University of Technology, Poland, where they held another Post Doctoral Fellow position from December 1, 2021, to August 31, 2022. Currently, they are continuing their postdoctoral research at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, India, a position they have held since April 1, 2024.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 2,808
  • Citations by Documents: 2,210
  • Total Documents: 67
  • h-index: 27

Publication Top Notes:

  • Cinnamon-mediated nano emulsion and its cryogenic activity on ROS-affected human sperm—A short study
    Ranganathan, P., Sridharan, T.B., Babujanarthanam, R., Ganesamoorthy, R., Thirugnanasambandham, K.
    Toxicology Reports, 2024, 13, 101714
    Citations: 0
  • Study on the degradation of dicofol via electrochemical oxidation process: simulation and validation
    Karchiyappan, T., Karri, R.R.
    Advances in Environmental Technology, 2022, 8(1), pp. 1–14
    Citations: 2
  • Protein recovery from sweet potato starch wastewater using modified chitosan
    Karchiyappan, T., Pachaiappan, R.
    Journal of Applied Water Engineering and Research, 2022, 10(4), pp. 340–348
    Citations: 3
  • Studies on treatment of automotive industry wastewater using ozonation, electro-Fenton and chitosan based coagulation process
    Karchiyappan, T.
    Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 2022, 5, 100178
    Citations: 5
  • Investigation on the turbidity reduction from wastewater using electroflocculation process and aerobic mixed microbial culture: Modelling and pathway analysis
    Thirugnanasambandham, K.
    Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 2021, 98(11), 100218
    Citations: 2
  • Preparation and characterization of Azadirachta indica A. Juss. plant based natural coagulant for the application of urban sewage treatment: Modelling and cost assessment
    Thirugnanasambandham, K., Karri, R.R.
    Environmental Technology and Innovation, 2021, 23, 101733
    Citations: 20
  • Treatment of vinasse liquid from sugarcane industry using electro-coagulation/flocculation followed by ultra filtration
    Karchiyappan, T., Delcolle, R.D., Goncalves, G.L., Vareschini, D.T., Gimenes, M.L.
    Polish Journal of Chemical Technology, 2019, 21(4), pp. 40–47
    Citations: 4
  • Dual treatment of milk processing industry wastewater using electro fenton process followed by anaerobic treatment
    Thirugnanasambandham, K., Ganesamoorthy, R.
    International Journal of Chemical Reactor Engineering, 2019, 17(12), 20190074
    Citations: 15
  • A Review On Hydrogen Energy Production From Electrochemical System: Benefits And Challenges
    Karchiyappan, T.
    Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization and Environmental Effects, 2019, 41(7), pp. 902–909
    Citations: 31