Mrs. lilyan alsaka | water purification | Best Researcher Award
phD student at, UTS university, Australia.
πΏ Lilyan Alsaka is a highly skilled environmental engineer and researcher with over 20 years of experience in water quality, wastewater treatment, and pollution control. ππ¬ She is currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), focusing on heavy metal contamination, solid waste management, and transboundary water issues. ππ Lilyan has published multiple research papers and actively participates in international conferences and symposiums. πβοΈ A dedicated educator, she has also worked as a lecturer and researcher in Iraq. Passionate about sustainability, she aims to create cleaner and safer environmental solutions for the future. π±π§
Suitability for the Researcher Award
Lilyan Alsaka is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to her exceptional contributions to environmental engineering and sustainability. ππ§ With over 20 years of research experience, she has significantly impacted water quality, wastewater treatment, and pollution control. Her work has led to multiple high-impact publications, focusing on hydrogel applications, landfill leachate treatment, and electrokinetic remediation. π¬π
EducationΒ π
- π PhD Student (Current) β University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia
- π M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering (2000) β Technology University, Baghdad, Iraq
- ποΈ B.Sc. in Building and Construction Engineering (1995) β Technology University, Baghdad, Iraq
- βοΈ Diploma in Chemistry Techniques (2022) β TAFE NSW, Granville, Australia
- π§ͺ Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (2021) β Granville TAFE, Australia
- π₯ Certificate in Psychosocial Case Management (2022) β University of Utah, Jordan
- ποΈ SIR20216 Certificate II in Retail Services (2021) β Australian Retailers Association
Experience πΌ
- π©βπ« TAFE Teacher Assistant in the Lab (2021 β Present) β NSW, Australia
- π Lecturer & Researcher (2012 β 2016) β Environmental Engineering, Environmental College, Mosul, Iraq
- ποΈ Lecturer & Researcher (2000 β 2012) β Environmental & Pollution Research Center, Mosul University, Iraq
- π Lecturer (1995 β 2000) β Technology Institute, Technology University, Baghdad, Iraq
Professional Development ππ
Lilyan Alsaka has actively contributed to the field of environmental engineering through continuous research, training, and academic participation. ππ¬ She has published multiple research papers in reputable journals and collaborated on groundbreaking studies in wastewater treatment and pollution control. ππ§ She regularly attends conferences, symposiums, and workshops, sharing insights on water quality, solid waste management, and transboundary water issues. πβ¨ She also completed specialized training programs, including the International Training Program in Transboundary Water Management (Jordan & Sweden). ππ Dedicated to lifelong learning, Lilyan stays updated with the latest advancements to drive sustainable environmental solutions. π±β
Research Focus ππ€
Lilyan Alsaka’s research primarily focuses on environmental engineering, specializing in water quality, wastewater treatment, and pollution control. π§π Her work explores heavy metal contamination, solid waste management, and transboundary water issues, aiming to develop innovative and sustainable solutions. π±π She has conducted extensive studies on hydrogel applications for wastewater purification, landfill leachate treatment, and electrokinetic remediation. βοΈπ Her research contributes to advancing eco-friendly technologies for cleaner water and environmental conservation. πΏποΈ With a passion for sustainability, she collaborates internationally to improve water treatment methodologies and reduce industrial pollution. ππ
π Awards & Honors:
- π TWOWS Award for Young Women Scientists in Chemistry (2010) β Recognized for contributions to chemistry in the Arab region
- π Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship β Awarded by the Government of Australia for outstanding research contributions
- π International Training Program in Transboundary Water Management (2009β2010) β Completed prestigious training in Jordan & Sweden
- π Active Participation in Scientific Conferences & Symposiums β Recognized for contributions to environmental pollution, water quality, and wastewater treatment
Publication Top Notes:
- π Kappa carrageenan-vanillin composite hydrogel for landfill leachate wastewater treatment β I Ibrar, L Alsaka, S Yadav, A Altaee, JL Zhou, HK Shon β π Desalination (2023) β π Cited by: 9
- β‘ Iron slag permeable reactive barrier for PFOA removal by the electrokinetic process β N Ganbat, FM Hamdi, I Ibrar, A Altaee, L Alsaka, AK Samal, J Zhou β π Journal of Hazardous Materials (2023) β π Cited by: 7
- π§ Fabrication of carbon-based hydrogel membrane for landfill leachate wastewater treatment β E Karbassiyazdi, A Altaee, I Ibrar, A Razmjou, L Alsaka, N Ganbat β π Desalination (2023) β π Cited by: 5
- βοΈ Iron slag/activated carbon-electrokinetic system with anolyte recycling for single and mixture heavy metals remediation β FM Hamdi, A Altaee, L Alsaka, I Ibrar, ALE Maryam, J Zhou, AK Samal β π Science of The Total Environment (2024) β π Cited by: 4
- π Performance and analysis of kappa-carrageenan hydrogel for PFOA-contaminated soil remediation wastewater treatment β L Alsaka, I Ibrar, A Altaee, J Zhou, MH Chowdhury, ALE Maryam β π Chemosphere (2024) β π Cited by: 1
- π Sodium metasilicate sol-gel draw solution for seawater desalination and supplementing nutrients to soil β T Kazwini, A Altaee, I Ibrar, F Alkadour, AH Hawari, J Zhou, L Alsaka β π Desalination (2025) β π Cited by: N/A
- π¬ A Review of Hydrogel Application in Wastewater Purification β L Alsaka, L Alsaka, A Altaee, SJ Zaidi, J Zhou, T Kazwini β π Separations (2025) β π Cited by: N/A
- β Black tea waste/iron slag reactive filter media-electrokinetic for mixed heavy metals treatment from contaminated site β FM Hamdi, A Altaee, Y Aedan, J Zhou, SJ Zaidi, L Alsaka, R Almalki β π Journal of Contaminant Hydrology (2025) β π Cited by: N/A
π Conclusion:
ilyan Alsakaβs dedication to sustainable environmental solutions, cutting-edge research, and global scientific contributions makes her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. π ποΈ Her work not only advances academic knowledge but also provides real-world solutions for environmental challenges. πΏβ