Prof. Ahmed Kettab - water - Best Researcher Award

National Polytechnic School-Algiers - Algeria

Author Profile

🎓 Early academic pursuits

Professor Kettab Ahmed began his academic journey at the national agronomic school of algiers (1972–1977), where he specialized in rural engineering with a focus on water treatment. his dedication to the water sector continued through a doctorate in engineering from the national polytechnic institute of lorraine, nancy, france (1979–1981). further strengthening his academic profile, he completed a research thesis at the national polytechnic institute of toulouse (1986–1990), followed by a postdoctoral position as an associated guest researcher at the same institute (1995–1996). his multidisciplinary foundation paved the way for a career that seamlessly bridged engineering sciences with real-world challenges, particularly integrating power electronics into water treatment technologies.

🧑‍🏫 Professional endeavors

Professor Ahmed currently serves as professor and director of research at the national polytechnic school, algiers. over four decades, he has held influential positions across national and international platforms. he has served as vice-president of the mediterranean network of engineering schools in france, coordinated the water mediterranean group (rmei), and founded the arab water council. at the national level, he has been instrumental in shaping water research through his leadership in the water sciences and research laboratory (lrs-eau), participation in the national academic commission (cun), and involvement in various national scientific councils and commissions. in his many roles, he consistently advocates for integrated approaches that combine traditional hydraulics with modern innovations, including power electronics for sustainable water infrastructure.

🔬 Contributions and research focus

Professor Kettab has dedicated over 40 years to advancing water science and technology. his research spans technical, scientific, economic, institutional, and strategic dimensions of water water governance. he has contributed significantly to the development and implementation of strategies that ensure access to water in both quality and quantity. among his most notable initiatives is his coordination of the european eranetmed project "irrigation", which focuses on the reuse of treated wastewater in the mediterranean. his multidisciplinary approach often combines water systems with smart technologies, a field where power electronics is crucial for automation, energy efficiency, and control systems in modern water treatment plants.

🌍 Impact and influence

Professor Ahmed’s influence extends from algeria to the broader mediterranean, arab, and islamic countries. he is recognized as a global water expert and has worked with leading institutions water such as the global water council, the french academy of water, and the mediterranean water institute. he has also played a major role in organizing international conferences, symposiums, and collaborative research initiatives. his scientific insight and leadership have made him a key contributor to water policy, legal frameworks, and institutional reform across regions.

📚 Academic cites

His extensive work is reflected in contributions to scientific committees of renowned journals and participation in academic councils like the crstra and the national research program on water resources and environment. as a research professor, he has supervised numerous studies and mentored future water scientists. his presence in international scientific associations such as water aghtm, iwa, and iahs underlines his scholarly commitment and recognition by the global academic community.

🏆 Legacy and future contributions

Professor Kettab’s legacy lies in his unwavering dedication to the sustainable development of the water sector. he has inspired generations of researchers through his teaching, leadership, and vision. his future efforts are centered on fostering innovation, especially in the integration of cross-disciplinary approaches that merge science, policy, and engineering. with an enduring water passion for research and a strategic outlook, he continues to drive impactful initiatives that promise long-term benefits for water resource management and education.

Notable Publications

Title: Optimization and Validation of a Method Based on QuEChERS Extraction and Gas Chromatographic-Mass Spectrometric Analysis for the Determination of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Polychlorinated Biphenyls in Olive Fruits Irrigated with Treated Wastewaters
Author(s): Maria Concetta Bruzzoniti, Luca Rivoira, Michele Castiglioni, Donatella Fibbi, Massimo Del Bubba
Journal: Separations, 2022
Title: Mesoporous Materials for Adsorption of Heavy Metals from Wastewater
Author(s): Nabila Bensacia, Ioana Fechete, Khalida Boutemak, Ahmed Kettab
Journal: Book Chapter
Title: Removal of organic and nitrogen compounds from landfill leachates by coagulation, fenton, and adsorption coupling processes
Author(s): Nesrine Turki, Nesrine Boujelben, Zaineb Bakari, Ahmed Kettab, Jalel Bouzid
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment, 2021
Title: Desalination Battery
Author(s): Zahra Pezeshki, Ahmed Kettab
Journal: Book Chapter
Title: The assessment and optimization of agricultural reuse of wastewater treatment by-products
Author(s): Hanane Bouanani, Ahmed Kettab, Nabila Bensacia, Youcef Djillali, Amina Lisaneddine
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment, 2020

🌱 Early academic pursuits

Haitao Chen embarked on his academic journey in environmental sciences at fujian normal university, where he pursued a degree in resource environment and urban and rural planning management from 2012 to 2016. with a keen interest in the intersection of environmental challenges and urban planning, he gained foundational knowledge that laid the groundwork for his future research. during this time, his enthusiasm for understanding pollution control and sustainable planning blossomed, leading him to explore more specialized areas of environmental science.

💼 Professional endeavors

After completing his undergraduate studies, haitao worked at jiangsu yiyu jing environmental technology co., ltd., contributing to various environmental planning and design research projects. from 2016 to 2018, he played a pivotal role in developing environmental education programs and applying mathematical models in watershed management. he also interned at the nanjing university rural surface pollution remediation centre and nanjing smartwater environmental technology co., ltd., further expanding his expertise in tackling non-point source pollution.

🔬 Contributions and research focus

Haitao Chen's research has focused on a diverse range of environmental challenges. his work on phosphorus pollution dynamics and regulation in the poyang lake basin and his studies on source-sink processes in river basins have provided critical insights into pollution prevention and water management. chen also contributed significantly to the study of long-term water quality dynamics and pollution source analysis under the ecological compensation mechanism in the xin'an river basin. Numerical modelling of river basin water environment his research blends numerical simulation, watershed modeling, and pollution control techniques, making notable contributions to understanding and managing water environments.

🏅 Accolades and recognition

Throughout his academic and professional career, haitao chen has been recognized for his commitment to environmental sciences. he earned the title of outstanding volunteer at the international horticultural exposition and was an active member of the conference group for the tianjin university-nankai university doctoral Numerical modelling of river basin water environment academic forum. these recognitions reflect his dedication to environmental stewardship and his proactive approach to academic engagement.

🌍 Impact and influence

Haitao Chen's work has had a significant impact on the field of environmental management, particularly in the areas of watershed water quality, pollution source tracing, and ecological compensation mechanisms. his research in the haihe river basin, for example, has provided valuable tools for identifying pollution sources, Numerical modelling of river basin water environment while his work on water environment risks in the miyun reservoir has enhanced our understanding of aquatic ecology in critical water bodies. his contributions have influenced both academic research and practical applications in environmental planning and management.

🔧 Legacy and future contributions

Looking ahead, haitao chen is poised to make further contributions to the fields of watershed management, water quality dynamics, and pollution control. with his proficiency in python, r, and matlab, as well as his experience with sophisticated environmental models like swat and gwlf, chen is well-equipped to tackle emerging environmental challenges. his future work will likely continue to address the complex issues surrounding non-point source pollution, water resource management, and ecological sustainability, further cementing his legacy in environmental science.

Notable Publications

Exploring the relationship between land use/land cover and apparent temperature in China (1996–2020): implications for urban planning
- Authors: Ding, H., Ren, Q., Wang, C., Chen, H., Wang, Y.
- Journal: Scientific Reports, 2024, 14(1), 3214.
A novel framework reveals anthropogenic stressors of phosphorus polluted river-lake connection water system in Poyang lake basin of China
- Authors: Yang, Z., Chen, H., Ma, C., Sun, W., Wang, Y.
- Journal: Journal of Environmental Management, 2024, 370, 122794.
Rain Pattern Deeply Reshaped Total Phosphorus Load Pattern in Watershed: A Case Study from Northern China
- Authors: Ding, H., Ren, Q., Wang, C., Wang, Y., Li, Z.
- Journal: Water (Switzerland), 2023, 15(16), 2910.
The evaluation of N/P fate using the SPARROW model: a case study in an arid and semi-arid region, northern China
- Authors: Chen, H., Yin, J., Song, M., Song, S., Wang, Y.
- Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023, 30(19), pp. 55662–55677.
Methane emission characteristics and emission reduction potential analysis of urban domestic wastewater treatment system based on system dynamics model | 基于系统动力学模型的城市生活污水处理系统的甲烷排放特征及减排潜力分析
- Authors: Ren, J., Cheng, H., Meng, D., Ma, Z., Gao, Q.
- Journal: Chinese Journal of Environmental Engineering, 2022, 16(11), pp. 3655–3663.