Rachid BEN AAKAME | Analytical chemical toxicology | Best Scholar Award

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Dr. Rachid BEN AAKAME | Analytical chemical toxicology | Best Scholar Award

Doctor at Gono National Institute of Hygiene in Morocco.

Rachid Ben Aakame (🇲🇦) is a distinguished forensic analytical chemist, serving as the Head of the Chemical Analysis Laboratory in Forensic Medicine 🏥🔬. With a Doctorate in Physical Chemistry, Toxicology, and Environment from Mohammed V University, Rabat 🎓, he specializes in trace element analysis, environmental monitoring, and forensic toxicology ⚗️🌱. With extensive experience in risk assessment, research, and laboratory management, he has contributed to multiple international studies 📚. Fluent in Arabic and French, he actively mentors students and advances analytical methodologies 👨‍🏫. His expertise is widely recognized in toxicology, environmental science, and forensic investigations 🚔⚖️.

Professional Profile

Suitability for the Best  Scholar Award 🏆

Rachid Ben Aakame is a highly accomplished researcher in forensic toxicology, environmental chemistry, and trace element analysis 🔬⚗️. With a Doctorate in Physical Chemistry, Toxicology, and Environment, he has significantly contributed to scientific advancements through research, mentorship, and laboratory innovations. His extensive experience in risk assessment, contamination control, and forensic investigations makes him a leading expert in his field.

Education 🎓

  • Doctorate in Physical Chemistry, Toxicology, and Environment – Mohammed V University, Rabat 🇲🇦 🧪
  • Diplôme des Études Supérieures Approfondies (DESA) in Physical Chemistry and Environment – Faculty of Sciences, Rabat 📚
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Organic Chemistry – Faculty of Sciences, Meknès 🏛️
  • DEUG in Physics and Chemistry – Faculty of Sciences, Meknès 🔬
  • Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences – Lycée Ibn Taher, Errachidia 🏫

Professional Experience 🏥🔬

  • Head of the Chemical Analysis Laboratory in Forensic Medicine – Expert in forensic toxicology and trace element analysis ⚖️🧪
  • 2023: Work visit on risk assessment of contaminants in the agri-food sector, Madrid 🇪🇸 🌾
  • 2019: Training in forensic toxicology laboratory, Berlin 🇩🇪 🧬
  • 2015: NRBC first responder training, scientific colloquium on metal trace element toxicity 🚑🦠
  • 2012-2015: Implementation of LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) at INH 🖥️📊
  • 2010: Mission to Geneva for Codex Alimentarius meeting & toxicology workshop in Settat 🇨🇭📝
  • 2008: Internship at IAEA Laboratory, Monaco – Research on metal trace elements 🌊🔍
  • 2005: One-month internship at INRA Chemistry Department, Tonnons-les-Bains, France 🏞️⚗️
  • 2002: Assignment to the Ministry of Health at the National Institute of Hygiene, Rabat 🏛️💉
  • 2000-2001: Internships in toxicology, pharmaceuticals, and transfusion medicine laboratories in Rabat 🏥💊

His vast experience spans forensic science, environmental monitoring, and risk assessment, making him a leading expert in analytical and forensic chemistry. 🚔⚖️

Professional Development 🚀📖

Rachid Ben Aakame has continuously advanced his expertise in forensic toxicology, environmental chemistry, and risk assessment 🌱⚖️. He has undergone specialized training in forensic toxicology laboratories in Berlin 🇩🇪 and risk assessment in Madrid 🇪🇸. His professional journey includes implementing LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) 📊, participating in Codex Alimentarius meetings in Geneva 🇨🇭, and conducting field investigations on waterborne diseases 💧🦠. With hands-on experience in toxicology, analytical chemistry, and contamination control, he actively mentors students 🎓 and contributes to international research 🌍. His expertise is widely recognized in forensic and environmental science. 🚔🧪

Research Focus 🔍🤖

Rachid Ben Aakame’s research primarily focuses on forensic toxicology, environmental chemistry, and trace element analysis ⚗️🌍. He investigates heavy metal contamination in food, water, soil, and biological samples 🍃💧, contributing to public health and environmental safety. His studies explore toxicological risks, metal bioaccumulation, and analytical techniques for contamination detection 🧪⚖️. Additionally, he works on multi-element analysis in spices, medicinal plants, and marine species 🌿🐚. His research integrates geochemical modeling, epidemiological investigations, and laboratory method development 🔍📊, ensuring advancements in forensic and environmental sciences for risk mitigation and policy enhancement. 🚔🌱

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

  • Recognized Expert in Forensic Toxicology & Environmental Chemistry ⚗️🌍
  • Contributor to International Research on Heavy Metal Contamination & Risk Assessment 🏅📚
  • Invited Speaker at Scientific Colloquiums & International Conferences 🎤🌎
  • Key Participant in Codex Alimentarius Meeting, Geneva 🇨🇭📝
  • Acknowledged for Implementing Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) at INH 🖥️🔬
  • Recognized for Training & Mentorship in Analytical & Forensic Science 🎓👨‍🏫
  • Lead Researcher in Government & International Studies on Contaminant Risk in Food & Water 🌱💧

 

Publication Top Notes:

1️⃣ “The relationships between metal (Pb, Cu, Cd, and Cr) levels and the size of the Moroccan Atlantic Coast gastropod species (Patella rustica)” 📖 – 2023 | Cited by: 🔍 (Data not available)

2️⃣ “Integration of multivariate statistical analysis, geochemical modeling, and irrigation water quality assessment in the aquifers of the South-Atlas Tinghir-Errachidia-Boudenib basin (Pre-African Trough, Morocco)” 🌍💧 – 2024 | Cited by: 🔍 (Data not available)

3️⃣ “Monitoring and Health Risk Assessment of Lead and Cadmium in Date Palm Fruit Cultivars Growing in Morocco” 🌴🧪 – 2024 | Cited by: 🔍 (Data not available)

4️⃣ “Phytochemical Analysis, Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activities, Minerals Element Profiling, and Identification of Bioactive Compounds by UPLC-HRMS Orbitrap in Four Aromatic and Medicinal Plants” 🌿⚗️ – 2025 | Cited by: 🔍 (Data not available)

5️⃣ “Multi-element analysis of spices by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry and human risk assessment in the Rabat-Salé-Témara area (Morocco)” 🌶️🔬 – 2025 | Cited by: 🔍 (Data not available)

6️⃣ “The Evaluation of The Antioxidant Activity and The Antibacterial Potential Against Nosocomial Pathogens of Dittrichia viscosa (L.)” 🦠⚕️ – 2025 | Cited by: 🔍 (Data not available)

📌 Conclusion:

Given his extensive research, scientific contributions, and dedication to forensic and environmental sciences, Rachid Ben Aakame is a strong candidate for the Best Scholar Award 🏆. His work not only advances scientific knowledge but also has a direct impact on public health, forensic investigations, and environmental sustainability, making him highly deserving of this recognition. 🚔🌍

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoltán Juvancz | Chromatography | Lifetime Achievement Award

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Prof. Dr. Zoltán Juvancz | Chromatography | Lifetime Achievement Award

Prof. Emeritus at Obuda University at Hungary.

Prof. Dr. Zoltán Juvancz is a distinguished professor emeritus at Óbuda University in Hungary, renowned for his expertise in chromatography. With a career spanning several decades, he has made significant contributions to the field, particularly in chromatographic techniques and their applications in various scientific disciplines. His pioneering research and innovations have earned him widespread recognition, culminating in the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in Chromatography. Prof. Juvancz’s work has had a profound impact on both academia and industry, and he continues to be a respected figure in the scientific community.

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Prof. Dr. Zoltán Juvancz completed his diploma (M.S.) in Chemistry from Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest in 1975. He earned his Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the same institution in 1981 with a thesis on Gas chromatographic Analysis of Polycyclic Prostaglandins. Prof. Juvancz pursued further advanced studies and received his Doctoral Thesis (Russian type) in 1992, focusing on the Separation of Isomeric Compounds with Capillary Chromatographic Techniques. He attained his D.Sc. degree in 2003, specializing in the Separation of Enantiomers with Capillary Techniques. In 2007, he completed his Habilitation at Eötvös Loránd University, and in 2008, he was nominated Professor.

Professional Experience 💼

Prof. Juvancz has held several prominent positions throughout his career. Since 2006, he has served as a Professor at Obuda University, Hungary. Previously, he worked as a senior scientist at VITUKI, Institute for Water Pollution Control (1996-2006), and as a Senior Scientist at EGIS Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (1995-1996). His international experience includes serving as a Visiting Scientist at the University of Uppsala (1994), L.A.B. GmbH & Co. (1992-1994), Ciba-Geigy (1991-1992), and Universität Tübingen (1990), as well as a Post Doctoral Fellow at Brigham Young University (1988-1990). He started his research career as a Senior Researcher at the Central Research Institute for Chemistry of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (1979-1995) and worked as a Researcher at Chinoin (1975-1979).

Research Focus 🧪🔬

Prof. Juvancz’s research focuses on advanced chromatographic methods, particularly in the analysis of environmental protection, biological matrices, and the detection of endocrine-disrupting compounds and pharmaceuticals. His work includes studies on drug metabolites, synthetic pheromones, and the analysis of persistent organic pollutants (PAHs), herbicides, and other environmental contaminants. He is particularly known for his expertise in chiral separation and the development of novel separation techniques for complex chemical mixtures.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Prof. Juvancz’s work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in Chromatography. His significant contributions to the fields of analytical chemistry and chromatography have earned him international recognition.

Skills 🛠️

Prof. Juvancz possesses extensive expertise in various chromatographic techniques such as GC, GC-MS/MS, HPLC, SFC, SFE, and CE. He specializes in chiral separations using these techniques and has a deep understanding of environmental protection analysis, drug metabolite studies, and endocrine-disrupting compounds. His proficiency in capillary fabrication for GC, SFC, and CE complements his research capabilities. He is also adept in supervising students at various academic levels.

Publications 📚

  • The role of cyclodextrins in chiral selective chromatography
    Authors: Z Juvancz, J Szejtli
    Journal: TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, 21 (5), 379-388
    Citations: 185
    Year: 2002
  • The role of cyclodextrins in chiral capillary electrophoresis
    Authors: Z Juvancz, RB Kendrovics, R Iványi, L Szente
    Journal: Electrophoresis, 29 (8), 1701-1712
    Citations: 151
    Year: 2008
  • Permethylated β‐cyclodextrin as stationary phase in capillary gas chromatography
    Authors: Z Juvancz, G Alexander, J Szejtli
    Journal: Journal of High Resolution Chromatography, 10 (2), 105-107
    Citations: 146
    Year: 1987
  • Separation of enantiomers on immobilized polysiloxane‐anchored permethyl‐β‐cyclodextrin (CHIRASIL‐DEX) by supercritical fluid chromatography
    Authors: V Schurig, Z Juvancz, GJ Nicholson, D Schmalzing
    Journal: Journal of High Resolution Chromatography, 14 (1), 58-62
    Citations: 91
    Year: 1991
  • Enantioselective gas chromatography
    Authors: Z Juvancz, P Petersson
    Journal: Journal of Microcolumn Separations, 8 (2), 99-114
    Citations: 62
    Year: 1996
  • Optical resolution of racemic alcohols via diastereoisomeric supramolecular compound formation with O, O′-dibenzoyl-(2R, 3R)-tartaric acid
    Authors: C Kassai, Z Juvancz, J Bálint, E Fogassy, D Kozma
    Journal: Tetrahedron, 56 (42), 8355-8359
    Citations: 57
    Year: 2000
  • Influence of (hydroxy) alkylamino substituents on enantioseparation ability of single‐isomer amino‐β‐cyclodextrin derivatives in chiral capillary electrophoresis
    Authors: R Iványi, L Jicsinszky, Z Juvancz, N Roos, K Otta, J Szejtli
    Journal: Electrophoresis, 25 (16), 2675-2686
    Citations: 52
    Year: 2004
  • Cyclodextrins and their derivatives as stationary phases in GC capillary columns
    Authors: G Alexander, Z Juvancz, J Szejtli
    Journal: Journal of High Resolution Chromatography, 11 (1), 110-113
    Citations: 50
    Year: 1988
  • Unusual phenomena during the resolution of 6-fluoro-2-methyl-1, 2, 3, 4-tetrahydroquinoline (FTHQ): thermodynamic-kinetic control
    Authors: J Bálint, G Egri, V Kiss, A Gajáry, Z Juvancz, E Fogassy
    Journal: Tetrahedron: Asymmetry, 12 (24), 3435-3439
    Citations: 39
    Year: 2002
  • Diastereomer salt formation of ibuprofen in supercritical carbon dioxide
    Authors: G Bánsághi, E Székely, DM Sevillano, Z Juvancz, B Simándi
    Journal: The Journal of Supercritical Fluids, 69, 113-116
    Citations: 34
    Year: 2012
  • Phosphated cyclodextrins as new acidic chiral additives for capillary electrophoresis
    Authors: Z Juvancz, L Jicsinszky, KE Markides
    Journal: Journal of Microcolumn Separations, 9 (8), 581-589
    Citations: 34
    Year: 1997
  • Lipase-catalyzed enantioselective acylation of 3-benzyloxypropane-1, 2-diol in supercritical carbon dioxide
    Authors: I Kmecz, B Simándi, L Poppe, Z Juvancz, K Renner, V Bódai, ER Tőke, et al.
    Journal: Biochemical Engineering Journal, 28 (3), 275-280
    Citations: 31
    Year: 2006
  • Resolution of α-phenylethylamine by its acidic derivatives
    Authors: J Bálint, G Egri, M Czugler, J Schindler, V Kiss, Z Juvancz, E Fogassy
    Journal: Tetrahedron: Asymmetry, 12 (10), 1511-1518
    Citations: 30
    Year: 2001
  • Enantiomer separation using supercritical fluid chromatography
    Authors: Z Juvancz, KE Markides
    Journal: LC GC International, 5 (4), 44-56
    Citations: 30
    Year: 1992
  • Pharmaceutical applications of a bonded cyclodextrin stationary phase
    Authors: Z Juvancz, K Grolimund, V Schurig
    Journal: Journal of Microcolumn Separations, 5 (5), 459-468
    Citations: 28
    Year: 1993
  • Multidimensional packed capillary coupled to open tubular column supercritical fluid chromatography using a valve-switching interface
    Authors: Z Juvancz, KM Payne, KE Markides, ML Lee
    Journal: Analytical Chemistry, 62 (14), 1384-1388
    Citations: 26
    Year: 1990
  • Chiral separation of pyrethroic acids with single isomer permethyl monoamino β‐cyclodextrin selector
    Authors: R Iványi, L Jicsinszky, Z Juvancz
    Journal: Electrophoresis, 22 (15), 3232-3236
    Citations: 24
    Year: 2001
  • Permethyl monoamino β-cyclodextrin a new chiral selective agent for capillary electrophoresis
    Authors: R Iványi, L Jicsinszky, Z Juvancz
    Journal: Chromatographia, 53, 166-172
    Citations: 24
    Year: 2000
  • Enantiomer separation of disopyramide with capillary electrophoresis using various cyclodextrins
    Authors: Z Juvancz, KE Markides, L Jicsinszky
    Journal: Electrophoresis, 18 (6), 1002-1006
    Citations: 23
    Year: 1997
  • Use of cellulose‐based stationary phases for chiral separation in open tubular column chromatography
    Authors: Z Juvancz, K Grolimund, E Francotte
    Journal: Chirality, 4 (7), 459-461
    Citations: 20
    Year: 1992

Conclusion ✨ 

Prof. Juvancz stands as a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his extensive experience, global research collaborations, and outstanding contributions to chiral separation and environmental analysis. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in public engagement and interdisciplinary outreach, his work has already made a profound impact in his fields of expertise. His academic and research trajectory suggests a continued capacity to shape and innovate in the world of analytical chemistry and environmental protection.