Mohamed Bey Zekkoub | Environmental Modelling | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohamed Bey Zekkoub | Environmental Modelling | Young Researcher Award

Researcher | Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology | Switzerland

Dr. Mohamed Bey Zekkoub is a dedicated environmental scientist and water expert with extensive experience in water quality analysis, environmental risk assessment, and predictive modeling of complex environmental systems. His work bridges experimental research, numerical simulations, and machine learning approaches to understand and mitigate the impacts of chemical pollutants and plastic waste in aquatic ecosystems. He has contributed to major studies on industrial effluents, riverine pollution, and the fate of polymers in water systems, providing actionable insights for sustainable water management and ecological protection. Dr. Mohamed Bey Zekkoub has held research and consultancy roles in leading institutions, where he developed advanced numerical models, conducted ecological risk assessments, and guided mitigation strategies for environmental compliance. His expertise spans hydro informatics, chemistry, environmental modeling, and natural resource management, enabling him to support evidence-based policy development and sustainable practices. He has been recognized for his innovative contributions with prestigious awards and has presented his research at international conferences while publishing in top-tier journals. In addition to research, he has actively contributed to the development of environmental modeling tools, enhancing the accuracy of pollutant transport simulations. With a strong foundation in computational fluid dynamics, numerical modeling, and programming languages, Mohamed combines technical proficiency with a passion for addressing global environmental challenges, particularly in water security, pollution management, and the sustainable stewardship of natural resources. He continues to advance knowledge in environmental science through interdisciplinary collaboration, experimentation, and innovative modeling approaches to support a healthier and more resilient planet. His work has been cited once since 2020, with an h-index of 1, reflecting recognition of his contributions to the field.

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Featured Publications

Bey-Zekkoub, M., Tassi, P., Lucas, C., & Chhim, N. (2025). Modeling solute transport in rivers: Analytical and numerical solutions. Environmental Modelling & Software, 106580.

Bey-Zekkoub, M., Tassi, P., & Chhim, N. (2025). Assessing the impacts of sodium polyacrylate discharge into the Seine River: A numerical modeling approach. Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, 104740.

Bey-Zekkoub, M., Tassi, P., Chhim, N., Bretaud, M., & Harnichard, A. (2024). Interaction between sodium polyacrylate and sediment transport in a simplified river reach configuration. Telemac User Conference TUC 2024.

Bey-Zekkoub, M., Tassi, P., Lucas, C., & Chhim, N. (2024). Analytical and numerical solutions for one-dimensional solute transport in rivers: Advection, adsorption, degradation, and bed accumulation. Journal of Hydrology.

Mrs. Ruwani Suraweera | Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Ruwani Suraweera | Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

Doctoral student, Queensland University of Technology, Australia

🎓 Dr. Ruwani Kaushalya Suraweera is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in formulation development, drug delivery, and pharmaceutical technology. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. at Queensland University of Technology, Australia, she has made significant contributions to pharmacy education and research in Sri Lanka. Her expertise spans clinical sciences, nanotechnology, and innovative pharmaceutical practices. A distinguished scholar and pharmacist, Dr. Suraweera is recognized for her impactful publications, awards, and professional affiliations.

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Education

📚 Dr. Suraweera holds a Ph.D. candidacy at Queensland University of Technology, Australia (2023–present). She completed her M.Phil. in Chemical Sciences (2017–2022) with exceptional grades at the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Her undergraduate achievement, a B.Pharm (Honours) with a GPA of 3.65, earned her the distinction of being the best performer in her batch. Additionally, she has earned certifications in marketing, quality management systems, and first aid.

Experience

💼 Dr. Suraweera has a rich academic career as a Lecturer in Pharmacy at the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2014–2023), where she also served as a Temporary Lecturer earlier. Her work focuses on teaching, research, and mentoring students in advanced pharmaceutical practices. She has also contributed to academia through her roles in curriculum development and clinical training.

Research Interests

🔬 Dr. Suraweera’s research explores cutting-edge topics in pharmaceutical sciences, including formulation development, drug delivery systems, and nanotechnology applications in healthcare. She is passionate about developing innovative therapeutic solutions to improve patient outcomes.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Suraweera has received multiple prestigious grants and scholarships, such as the University Research Grant (2016) and ITEC scholarship from the Government of India. Her academic excellence has been acknowledged with university scholarships and awards for exceptional performance in pharmacy and chemistry.

Publications

Ruwani K. Suraweera, et al. (2024). Development and Characterization of Spray-Dried Combined Levofloxacin–Ambroxol Dry Powder Inhaler Formulation. Pharmaceutics, 16(12). [Cited by articles in PubMed]
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Navanjana T.P. Uyangoda, et al. (2022). Investigation of the Use of Medicinal Plants and Natural Products for COVID-19 Prevention. Sri Lankan Journal of Health Sciences, 1(2). [Cited by articles in Scopus]

Sathya S, et al. (2017). Formulation Development of Cream Incorporating Extracts of Glycyrrhia glabara. Pharmaceutical Journal of Sri Lanka, 7(1). [Cited in local archives]

Suraweera RK, et al. (2015). Assessing the Characterizations of Ketoprofen Loaded and Unloaded Virgin Coconut Oil-based Creamy Nanoemulsion. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 8(1). [Cited by 15 articles]