Mr Mohammed Amine ZITOUNI | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mohammed Amine Zitouni has a strong academic foundation in chemistry and life sciences . He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Natural and Life Sciences in June 2003 . He then pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry from the University of Tlemcen in September 2007 . In December 2010, he obtained a Magister’s degree specializing in Macromolecular Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry . Currently, he is working toward a Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry at the University of Tlemcen, focusing on advanced polymeric materials for biomedical applications . His education reflects a clear commitment to scientific advancement.

Scientific Activities

Mr. Mohammed Amine Zitouni has actively participated in national and international scientific forums . He presented at the 10th International Conference of the European Chitin Society in Russia and major Algerian conferences like the CIMPC’17 in Tlemcen and the National Seminar on Polymers in Bejaïa . With one year in the university tutoring program and four years of teaching LMD ST practical work, he contributes to student development . His research led to international publications on chitosan/PVA hydrogels in Advanced Materials Research and Annales pharmaceutiques françaises, focusing on novel drug delivery systems .

Skills

Mr. Mohammed Amine Zitouni is a multilingual researcher with strong communication and technical skills . He is a native Arabic speaker, and is proficient in reading and writing in French and English, including technical scientific English for academic and research purposes . His language skills allow him to effectively engage with international research communities and contribute to global scientific discourse . In addition, he possesses excellent computer skills, demonstrating a perfect command of software tools and digital platforms essential for scientific research, data analysis, and academic publishing .

Research Focus

Mr. Mohammed Amine Zitouni’s research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of biopolymer-based hydrogels for pharmaceutical applications . He develops advanced drug delivery systems using crosslinked chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), aiming to enhance controlled release of antibiotics such as chlorotetracycline hydrochloride . His work explores the physicochemical interactions within hydrogels to optimize stability, biocompatibility, and drug release efficiency . This research holds significant promise for medical treatments requiring sustained delivery mechanisms and aligns with sustainable, biodegradable material innovation . His expertise contributes to the intersection of polymer science and biomedical engineering .