Suitable for this Best Researcher Award
Dr. Safia Drissi’s exceptional contributions to renewable energy research, materials engineering, and thin-film technology make her a strong candidate for a Best Researcher Award. Her strong publication record, active participation in international conferences, and innovative research on thin-film solar cells position her as a leading scientist in her field. Given her commitment to scientific advancement, sustainability, and academic mentorship, she is well-deserving of recognition for her impactful research contributions.
Education
- 2024-2025: 5th year Ph.D. in Physical Sciences and Engineering, Laboratory of Materials, Energy, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia Marrakech (FSSM). Specialization: Materials Engineering & Renewable Energy.
- 2012-2013: Teaching Diploma, Regional Education Center, Rabat.
- 2009-2011: Master’s in Physico-Chemistry and Material Analysis, Faculty of Science and Technology, Mohammedia. Thesis: Modeling a classification system at Youssoufia processing plant.
- 2008-2009: Professional Bachelor’s in Materials Engineering and Quality, Faculty of Sciences Ben M’sik, Casablanca. Thesis: Microbiology lab accreditation under NM ISO 17025:2005.
- 2006-2008: DUT in Process Engineering, Higher School of Technology, Casablanca. Thesis: Mass balance study of a calcination unit.
- 2004-2005: Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences, Lycée Kachkat, Youssoufia.
Professional Experience
- 2016-2024: Secondary School Teacher, Physics & Chemistry, Lycée Tasltante Marrakech.
- Spring 2024: Adjunct Lecturer, Thermodynamics Lab, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, University Cadi Ayyad, Marrakech.
- Research Experience:
- Expertise in material synthesis (Sol-gel, Electrodeposition, Sputtering).
- Characterization techniques: XRD, FTIR, RAMAN, SEM, UV-Vis, I-V electrical measurements.
- Participation in major research projects focused on solar cells and sustainable energy.
- Scientific Event Organization:
- Co-organizer: 1st International Conference on Energy & Water (E-WAV 2024).
- Presenter at multiple international conferences on material science and renewable energy.
Awards and Recognition
- MSCA4Ukraine Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023).
- Stipend of the President of Morocco for Young Scientists (2020).
- FEBS Excellence Award (2019).
- Recognition for Outstanding Research Contributions at EMCMRE-7 Conference (2024).
- Best Oral Presentation Award at AMPSECA Conference (2023).
- Scholarship for Advanced Research in Renewable Energy, Moroccan Research Council.
- Multiple publications in high-impact factor journals in materials science and renewable energy.
- Reviewer for international scientific journals in energy and materials science.
- Recipient of competitive research grants for thin-film solar cell development.
- Invited speaker at global conferences on sustainable energy and materials science.
- Expertise in materials engineering, focusing on thin-film solar cells.
- Advanced skills in synthesis techniques: Sol-gel, Electrodeposition, and Sputtering.
- Characterization techniques: XRD, FTIR, RAMAN, SEM, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and I-V electrical measurements.
- Computational modeling for material classification and energy efficiency optimization.
- Hands-on experience with high-resolution microscopy and spectroscopy techniques.
- Strong background in quality control and accreditation standards for laboratory analysis.
- Experience in academic publishing and peer reviewing for high-impact journals.
- Conference presentations on renewable energy and materials science.
- Collaboration on international research projects in sustainable energy and nanotechnology.
- Expertise in the development of next-generation photovoltaic materials.
Publications
Effect of Rotational Speed on Properties of Sol–Gel Spin Coated Cu₂Fe₀.₅Co₀.₅SnS₄ Thin Films for Solar Cell
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Year: 2024
- Authors: Safia Drissi, Abdelkader El Kissani, Abdelaziz Abali, Dris Ait Elhaj, Said El Massi, Melaid Tair, Lahcen Nkhaili, Kassem El Assali, Abdelkader Outzourhit, Malika M. Baaddi, L. H. Omari, E. K. Hlil, Mohammed M. Chafi