El Mokhtar El Hafidi | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. El Mokhtar El Hafidi | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. El Mokhtar El Hafidi | Chouaïb Doukkali University | Morocco

Dr. El Mokhtar El Hafidi is a Civil Protection Captain and researcher at the Laboratory of Engineering Sciences for Energy (LabSIPE), Chouaïb Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco, specializing in renewable energy applications for wastewater recovery, sustainable materials, and environmental risk management. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Physics and Energy Engineering and has led and contributed to six major research projects focused on renewable energy integration, eco-efficient wastewater treatment, and the valorization of industrial by-products for civil engineering. Dr. El Hafidi has published 18 peer-reviewed scientific papers in indexed journals and delivered 12 oral communications at international conferences, reflecting his active engagement in the scientific community. His research impact is evidenced by 236+ Google Scholar citations and an h-index of 8, supported by collaborations with Moroccan academic institutions and the Jorf Lasfar thermal power plant. He has developed innovative processes using fly ash, metallic slags, and sludge to produce eco-efficient construction materials, advancing circular economy and low-carbon development strategies. His solar-powered desalination and sustainable distillation systems contribute to improving water recovery efficiency in resource-constrained environments. He holds patent filings on wastewater reuse using metallurgical by-products (N°70757–14/02/2025) and their application in marine civil engineering structures. Dr. El Hafidi serves as a reviewer for leading journals including Desalination, MDPI journals, International Journal of Environmental Research, Journal of Water Process Engineering, Sustainable Chemistry – One World, and Water, Air & Soil Pollution. A member of the Moroccan Association of Environmental Engineering, he actively promotes scientific innovation aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly clean water, affordable energy, responsible resource use, and climate adaptation. His work demonstrates a strong link between laboratory research and practical field solutions to support Morocco’s ecological transition and environmental sustainability.

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Featured Publications

El Hafidi, E. M., Mortadi, A., Chahid, E. G., & Laasri, S. (2025). Effect of trichloroisocyanuric acid concentration on the electrical properties of swimming pool water. Scientific Reports, 15, Article 80521.

Mortadi, A., Tabbai, Y., El Hafidi, E., Nasrellah, H., Chahid, E., Monkade, M., & El Moznine, R. (2025). Investigating temperature effects on perovskite solar cell performance via SCAPS-1D and impedance spectroscopy. Cleaner Engineering and Technology, 17, 100876.

Mortadi, A., El Hafidi, E., Labjar, N., Nasrellah, H., Chahid, E., Monkade, M., & El Moznine, R. (2025). Monitoring the coagulation mechanism and aluminum sulfate impact on textile wastewater treatment: Insights from impedance spectroscopy. Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 102, 101501.

Mortadi, A., El Hafidi, E. M., Sadiqi, A., Nasrellah, H., Laasri, S., Chahid, E. G., & El Moznine, R. (2025). Thickness-dependent performance optimization of lead-free FASnI₃ perovskite solar cells: Interplay between optical absorption and charge recombination. Hybrid Advances, 2, 100528.

Mghaiouini, R., Mortadi, A., El Hafidi, E. M., Chahid, E. G., El Bouayadi, R., Benaissa, M., & Labrim, H. (2025, October). Optimizing diammonium phosphate solubility in fertigation using magnetized water: A Taguchi approach. Next Materials, 4, 101193.

El Hafidi, E. M., Mortadi, A., Lizoul, B., Chahid, E. G., & Laasri, S. (2025, October 15). Valorization of industrial wastewater treatment sludge in eco-friendly mortars: Enhancing thermal insulation and sustainability. Recycling, 10(5), 192.

El Hafidi, E. M., Mortadi, A., Lizoul, B., Chahid, E. G., & Laasri, S. (2025, October 2). Valorization of industrial wastewater treatment sludge in eco-friendly mortars: Enhancing thermal insulation and sustainability (Preprint). Preprints.org.

Saralara Marquez-Gallardo | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Saralara Marquez-Gallardo | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of De Montfort University, Leicester, United Kingdom

Dr. Sara Lara Marquez-Gallardo is a dedicated researcher and Senior Lecturer in Fashion Studies at De Montfort University, Leicester, UK. With a passion for strategic management and digital innovation, her research delves into the impact of disruptive digital technologies on organizations, particularly in the fashion industry 🎓✨. Since 2020, she has been leading the Fashion Management with Marketing MA programme, fostering research collaborations, and advancing curriculum development 📚🌍. Dr. Marquez-Gallardo holds a PhD in Management from Bayes Business School and has a rich academic background that includes teaching stints at various prestigious institutions across Europe 🎓🏫. Her work is characterized by a deep commitment to understanding and shaping the future of fashion through innovative research and strategic leadership 📖🧵.

Professional Profile:

Education🎓 

Dr. Sara Lara Marquez-Gallardo has an impressive academic background, beginning with a BSc in Management (with Distinction) from Pompeu Fabra University, complemented by an exchange program at BI Norwegian School of Business 🎓🇪🇸. She then earned a Master of Arts in Culture, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship (with Distinction) from the University of Leeds 🎨📚. Dr. Marquez-Gallardo furthered her studies with a Master of Research (with Distinction) from Bayes Business School 🌟📊. She culminated her academic journey with a PhD in Management from Bayes Business School, where her thesis focused on disruptive technologies and institutional processes in the creative industries 🎓📖. Her PhD committee included renowned professors from UCL, Bayes, and Cambridge Business School 🌟🏫.

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Sara Lara Marquez-Gallardo is a distinguished academic with a rich professional background in fashion studies and creative industries 🎓✨. She is a Senior Lecturer at De Montfort University’s School of Fashion & Textiles (2020–present) and previously at Leicester Castle Business School (2018–2020) 🏫👗. She leads the Fashion Management with Marketing MA program, supervises adjunct lecturers, and guides 70 students 📚👩‍🏫. Her past roles include teaching at ESCP London, University of Barcelona, and Pompeu Fabra University, as well as being a Research Assistant at IESE Business School 🌍📊. Her work is marked by a commitment to innovation and excellence in education 🌟📈.

Research interest🔍

Dr. Sara Lara Marquez-Gallardo’s research interests lie at the intersection of strategic management and digital innovation, focusing on the fashion industry 👗💡. She explores the impact of disruptive digital technologies on organizations, emphasizing value creation and transformation 🌐📈. Her work delves into digital culture, queer theory, and the evolving landscape of fashion studies 📚🏳️‍🌈. Through her research, she aims to uncover how digital advancements reshape industry practices and consumer behaviors, contributing to a deeper understanding of modern organizational dynamics and the future of the fashion world 🌟🛍️.

Award and Honor🏅

Dr. Sara Lara Marquez-Gallardo has received numerous awards and honors 🎖️🏆. She was awarded a prestigious grant for her innovative research on digital disruption in the fashion industry 👗💡. Her excellence in teaching was recognized with the ‘Outstanding Lecturer Award’ at De Montfort University 🏅📚. Additionally, she earned the ‘Best Paper Award’ at the Academy of Management Annual Meeting for her impactful research on digital innovation 🌐📜. These accolades highlight her dedication and significant contributions to the fields of fashion studies and strategic management ✨🎓.

 

Research Skill🔍

Dr. Sara Lara Marquez-Gallardo possesses advanced research skills that encompass qualitative methods 📊, strategic analysis 🌐, and interdisciplinary approaches 📚. Her expertise extends to exploring the impacts of disruptive digital technologies in organizations, particularly within the fashion industry 👗💻. She employs robust theoretical frameworks and methodological rigor to investigate topics such as digital culture and innovation 🎨💡. Her research prowess is evidenced by multiple publications in high-impact journals and presentations at prestigious international conferences 🌍📝. Dr. Marquez-Gallardo’s proficiency in synthesizing complex data and her innovative approach to scholarly inquiry underscore her standing as a respected researcher in her field 🌟.

 

Achievements🏆

  • Outstanding Researcher: Published extensively on disruptive digital technologies in fashion 📚💡
  • Award-Winning Scholar: Recognized for contributions to strategic management and digital innovation 🏆🌐
  • Leadership in Academia: Senior Lecturer at De Montfort University, leading curriculum development and research projects 🎓🔬
  • International Conference Speaker: Presented research at renowned venues including EGOS and Academy of Management 🌍🎤
  • Research Grants: Secured funding for collaborative projects enhancing fashion management knowledge 💰👗
  • Innovative Curriculum Development: Implemented new strategies in branding and marketing education 📊🎓

Publications📜

📘 Marquez, S., Furnari, S. and Krabbe, A.D., 2020. Everything Must Change so that Everything Can Stay the Same: Open Access in UK Academic Publishing.

  • Author: Marquez, S., Furnari, S., Krabbe, A.D.
  • Year: 2020
  • Citation: Academy of Management Proceedings, Vol. 2020, No. 1, p. 21207

📘 Marquez, S., Furnari, S. and Krabbe, A.D., 2017. Fields in flux: institutional bricolage during a technological shock.

  • Author: Marquez, S., Furnari, S., Krabbe, A.D.
  • Year: 2017
  • Citation: Academy of Management Proceedings, Vol. 2017, No. 1, p. 16048

📘 (2014) ‘The emergent role of the community in innovation-oriented practices in the book publishing industry in Spain’.

  • Year: 2014
  • Citation: In: Eduard Aibar, Olivia Gassol, Teresa Irribarren (Eds.), Culture and technology. The challenges of cultural production in the digital paradigm. Barcelona: Punctum. (Publication in Catalan).