Dr. Nawel Khitouni , Faculty of Sciences of Monastir, Tunisia
👩🔬 Dr. Nawel Achour Khitouni is an Assistant Professor in Inorganic Chemistry at the Faculty of Sciences of Monastir, Tunisia. She earned her Ph.D. from the Faculty of Sciences of Sfax (2015–2020) through a collaboration with the University of Girona, Spain. Her research focuses on the mechanosynthesis, structural, magnetic, and thermal properties of nanostructured alloys. Dr. Khitouni has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Girona, Spain, and the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She has authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles and is an expert in XRD, SEM, TEM, DSC, and VSM analysis. 🌍🔬📚
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Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Nawel Achour Khitouni is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her innovative research in inorganic chemistry and nanostructured alloys. Her multidisciplinary expertise in mechanosynthesis, structural and magnetic analysis, and advanced material characterization underscores her significant contributions to the field. Her international collaborations and impactful publications further strengthen her candidacy for this prestigious recognition.
🎓 Education
- Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry (2015–2020) – Faculty of Sciences of Sfax, Tunisia & University of Girona, Spain 🌍
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry – Faculty of Sciences of Sfax, Tunisia 🎯
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry – Faculty of Sciences of Sfax, Tunisia 🏆
💼 Experience
- Assistant Professor – Faculty of Sciences of Monastir, Tunisia (Current) 👩🏫
- Postdoctoral Researcher – Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania (2023) 🧪
- Postdoctoral Researcher – University of Girona, Spain (2021) 🔬
- Visiting Researcher – University of Girona, Spain 🏅
🚀 Professional Development
Dr. Khitouni has established a strong international research network, collaborating with leading institutions in Spain and Romania. 🌍 Her expertise spans mechanosynthesis, structural and microstructural analysis using XRD, morphology analysis with SEM and TEM, thermal analysis via DSC, and magnetic property evaluation using VSM. 🧲 She teaches courses on phase diagrams, chemical kinetics, metallurgy, and solid-state structures at the Faculty of Sciences of Monastir. 👩🏫 Dr. Khitouni has published over 10 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals, contributing to advancements in nanocrystalline alloys and inorganic chemistry. 🏆
🔍 Research Focus
Dr. Khitouni specializes in the mechanosynthesis of nanostructured alloys, focusing on the structural, magnetic, and thermal properties of Fe-Co-Ni-based compounds. 🧲 Her research also explores ternary compounds, such as Nd₂Fe₁₇₋ₓCoₓ and Mn₁.₂Co₀.₀₅Fe₀.₇P₀.₄₅Si₀.₅B₀.₀₅, prepared by high-energy mechanical milling. 🔬 She investigates the effects of B and Si metalloids on these materials, aiming to enhance their magnetic and thermal performance. 🌍 Her work integrates advanced material characterization methods like XRD, SEM, TEM, DSC, and VSM, driving innovation in nanostructured materials. 🚀
🏅 Awards and Honors
- Research Fellowship – Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania 🏆
- Research Fellowship – University of Girona, Spain 🌍
- Numerous Peer-Reviewed Publications – High-impact journals like Journal of Applied Physics and Journal of Superconductivity and Novel Magnetism 📖
- Recognition for Contributions – Nanocrystalline alloys and inorganic chemistry 🔬
Publication Top Notes:
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Effect of phosphorus additions and milling time on the mechanosynthesis of Ni₅₀Cu₄₀₋ₓ(Fe₂B)₁₀Pₓ alloys
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Microstructural and Magnetic Characteristics of High-Entropy FeCoNiMnTi Alloy Produced via Mechanical Alloying
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Effect of High-Energy Ball Milling on the Structural and Magnetic Behavior of Fe₆₀Al₄₀ Alloy
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Characterization of the microstructural, magnetic, and thermal behaviors of boron-doped Fe–Co–Ni alloys produced via mechanical alloying
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Advancing in Cesium Retention: Application of Magnesium Phosphate Cement Composites